KNH releases bodies of unclaimed Muslims for burial
The mosque pledged its commitment to ensuring that the deceased are accorded dignified burial rites in accordance with Shariah and all legal requirements.
Kenyatta National Hospital has released four unclaimed Muslim bodies for burial. The bodies were interred today, Friday 17, April in accordance with Islamic rites at the Lang’ata Muslim Cemetery.
The deceased, who included an adult male and three infants, were handed over to Al Ameen Mosque, which organized the burials.
Following a public notice on the disposal of 480 unclaimed bodies, Al Ameen Mosque reached out to the hospital requesting that the Muslim bodies be released for dignified burial in line with Islamic practices.
In a compassionate and commendable gesture, the national referral hospital waived over Sh2 million in accumulated medical and mortuary fees, easing the burden of the burials.
“We wish to acknowledge that the total outstanding bill, amounting to Sh2,178,825, has been graciously waived by Kenyatta National Hospital. This remarkable act of compassion and goodwill has made it possible to ensure that the deceased are accorded the dignity and respect they deserve,” said CEO Ali Khalid.
“We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the office of Chief Executive Officer, the Imam’s office, at Kenyatta National Hospital, and all other departments and individuals who played a key role in facilitating this process. Your cooperation and humanitarian consideration have greatly impacted the Muslim community and upheld the dignity of the deceased,” he added.
The Al Ameen Janaza team conducting the burials at the Lang'ata Muslim cemetery
The mosque pledged its commitment to ensuring that the deceased are accorded dignified burial rites in accordance with Shariah and all legal requirements.
At the cemetery, the four bodies were accorded Islamic burial rites, including ghusl—the ritual washing of the bodies—followed by shrouding, funeral prayers, and burial.
In Islam, the burial of a deceased Muslim is a communal obligation (fardh kifayah), meaning that if some members of the community fulfill the duty, the responsibility is lifted from the rest. However, if it is neglected, the entire community is held accountable.