Process and Cost of Burying Loved One at Lang’ata Cemetery

Lang’ata Cemetery is one of the largest public burial sites in Nairobi, Kenya.

It is located along Lang’ata Road, about seven kilometres west of the Nairobi Central Business District. The cemetery covers approximately 120 acres and has been in use for years.

This cemetery serves as the final resting place for both prominent figures and ordinary individuals. Some notable people buried there include veteran broadcaster Leonard Mambo Mbotela, a media personality, and women’s health advocate Jahmby Koikai, legendary Vitimbi comedian Mzee Ojwang, and volleyball icon Janet Wanja.

Losing a loved one is never easy and arranging a burial can often feel overwhelming.

Understanding the process and costs associated with securing a burial space at Lang’ata Cemetery can help families plan and navigate this difficult time more effectively. This article outlines the steps required and the expenses involved in burials at Lang’ata Cemetery.

Process of Burying a Loved One at Langata

1.Permits and Documentation

A burial permit is required and is issued after the cause of death has been established and registration of the death. 

2. Choosing a Grave

Families must decide between a temporary or permanent grave, depending on their budget and preferences regarding the longevity of the grave site.

3. Payment

The required fees must be paid to the Nairobi City Council, which manages the cemetery. Charges vary depending on whether the grave is temporary or permanent and the age of the deceased.

4.Burial

Once payment is made, the grave is either prepared in advance or dug on the day of the burial. The exact location within the cemetery is assigned based on available space.

5. Post-Burial Considerations

For permanent graves, families often choose to place markers or headstones. In contrast, temporary graves provide limited opportunities for personalization due to the absence of long-term maintenance.

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Cost of Burying a Loved One at Langata

The cost of burial at Lang’ata Cemetery varies depending on whether the grave is permanent or temporary. Permanent graves are maintained indefinitely, while temporary graves may be reused over time. Below is a breakdown of burial fees based on residency and age:

1. Permanent Graves

Permanent graves offer families a long-term burial site where they can place headstones or memorial plaques. These graves require a higher fee due to the guarantee that the site will not be disturbed in the future.

Adults (within Nairobi County) – Ksh 30,500: This rate applies to deceased individuals who were residents of Nairobi at the time of their passing.

Adults (outside Nairobi County) – Ksh 40,000: Those who lived outside Nairobi but are being buried at Lang’ata Cemetery are charged a higher rate compared to Nairobi residents.

Non-citizens Adults – Ksh 50,000: Foreign nationals who wish to be buried at Lang’ata Cemetery are required to pay a premium fee.

Children (ages 1 -15) Ksh 22, 500

Non-citizens (infants): Sh27,500

Infants – Ksh 15,500: The burial cost for infants is the lowest among the permanent grave options.

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2. Temporary Graves

Temporary graves are an option for families who may not wish to purchase a permanent plot. These graves are often used for a set period before being repurposed, and personalization options such as headstones may be limited.

Adults – Ksh 7,000: This fee applies to any adult buried in a temporary grave.

Children – Ksh 4,000: A lower fee is charged for the burial of children in temporary graves.

Infants – Ksh 2,000: The burial cost for infants is the lowest among the temporary grave options.

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