“Our condolences go out to the family and friends of our top fan, Isaac Juma following his disturbing death yesterday night.His passion for the game was unmatched. Juma featured in most of Harambee Stars matches at Nyayo and Kasarani stadiums, with the national team describing him as unmatched super fan. “On behalf of the leadership of our club we send our condolences to the family and friends of one of the country's most enthusiastic football fans, Isaac Juma, after his death that happened tonight. “On behalf of Sofapaka management, we convey our sincere condolences to the family of ardent soccer fan Isaac Juma who passed away last night. Several Soccer clubs including Sofapaka and Bandari FC also remembered Juma as an enthusiastic person who passionately loved the game. May his soul rest in power!” Echesa eulogised. Our prayers are with his family, relatives and friends during this trying moment of grief. “I will personally remember him as my constituent and a personal friend who used to visit me making lots of fun and hilarious jokes. The Late Isaac Juma was a devoted and entertaining football fan both locally and internationally. Kenya has lost a fantastic and most admired ultras zany in the football fraternity. “It's with profound sorrow to be informed about the death of Mr. On behalf of my family and the people of Kakamega, I express my heartfelt condolences to his family and friends,” Malala's social media post read.įormer Sports Cabinet Secretary Rashid Echesa remembered Juma as a person who added flavour to football in the country and that he would be dearly missed. A dominant figure in each of my annual Cleo Malalah super cups. “Saddened to have woken up to the news that soccer has lost one of its most loyal fans, Juma. On his part, Kakamega Senator Cleophas Malala described the late Juma as a dominant figure in the country's football landscape. May the soul of Juma rest in eternal peace.” “At this hour of sorrow, I pray to God to grant his family fortitude and comfort to bear the loss. Kakamega Governor Wycliffe Oparanya also sent his message of condolence. He was the number one fan of Harambee Stars and AFC Leopards." Juma was a devoted and entertaining football enthusiast who graced many sporting activities in the County and entire Country. The DP added, “I have learnt with profound shock and sadness the sudden death of Mr Isaac Juma.
Rest In Peace, Juma,” Deputy President William Ruto stated.
Our thoughts are with the family and soccer fraternity during this painful time. He was a friendly, ever jovial and passionate soccer supporter. “We are heartbroken by the loss of the ever-present AFC Leopards and Harambee Stars long standing fan Isaac Juma.
The presence of Juma in each football game was obvious as he dyed his hair to resemble the colours of a specific team he supported.ĭuring games, Juma had his own secluded stand where he would cheer the team from, catching the attention of match officials, players and the general public.Ī cross section of leaders have come out to condole with the family as they expressed their sympathies and dismay at the news of his departure. His wife Farida Juma confirmed his death, linking the attack to a protracted land dispute. It was reported that the ever-present football fan especially during Harambee Stars and AFC Leopards matches was hacked to death by unknown attackers at his home in Mumias, Kakamega County on the night of Wednesday night, January 26. On January 26, wife to Kenya's veteran football diehard Isaac Juma confirmed the death of the staunch soccer fan, which has left many people in shock.
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