Caleb Odanga, a 7-year-old Grade One pupil at Greens Angels Academy, has tragically passed away. Caleb’s life was cut short after an accident during a school trip.
The incident occurred at Destiny Gardens in Ruiru, where Caleb fell from a merry-go-round swing. Following the accident, Caleb was admitted to the ICU at Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral and Research Hospital. He suffered a traumatic brain injury.
Caleb Odanga. Photo| Courtesy
Despite the continued efforts of the medical team, they were compelled to break news to the family that their beloved son had no realistic chance of recovery. The medics confirmed that no medical intervention could stabilize his condition.
As a result, the doctors advised Caleb’s family to withdraw life support. However, up to a week go, the family held onto hope, exploring multiple hospitals and even considering the possibility of flying Caleb to India for further opinions.
The family’s grief has now been made worse by a staggering hospital bill that exceeds Ksh.1.5 million. Thus, the family are making an appeal to the community and well-wishers for support in settling the financial burden. This is in addition to them being amidst burial arrangements for their son.
Prior to this tragic loss, the family had raised concerns about the school administration’s response to the accident. They believed that the school had turned its back on them during their time of need.
However, the school’s director has since dismissed these claims. The director stated that the institution was committed to assisting the family in every possible way.
