A Kenyan pastor and her two children are facing deportation from Canada after fleeing persecution from a powerful church leader in Kenya. Rosalind Wanyeki and her two young children, daughter Joylene Mundia (10) and son Pearl Mundia (6), are at risk as they are scheduled for deportation in August 2025.
“I have a deportation for August 7th, and I am appealing to the public to sign the petition and help stop the deportation,” she said.
She decried to the Canadian authorities, arguing that she was already established with her own Church and business.
Wanyeki stated that it is better for them to be killed in Canada than to be deported back to Kenya.
“I was already established, I had the church, and I had my own business, I have my two kids. I wouldn’t have come all this way and then asking me to go back …it’s as good as saying if you want me to go back to Kenya, honestly, kill me here,” says Wanyeki.
As of 6:30 am (EAT), 2,076 individuals had signed the petition posted by change.org to stop their deportation.
Besides, 1555 supporters had also signed through the Migrant Workers Alliance for Change portal.
In the matter, the petitioners argued that Wanyeki is a valued member of the Kenyan and wider African community in Canada.
Reverend Rosalind Wanyeki Roles in Canada
They stated that the pastor has become a foundational pillar for many immigrants after fleeing religious persecution that threatened her life and the lives of her young children.
Change.org revealed that Wanyeki has played a crucial role in the support system for families facing challenges in Canada.
Besides, the petitioners pleaded with the Canadian government to consider the future of Joylene and Pearl.
They stated that the two children came to Canada at very young ages and it is the only home they know.
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“They have grown up in Canadian schools, formed friendships here, and adopted the Canadian way of life. They have no connection to Kenya — culturally, socially, or emotionally — and removing them from Canada would not only traumatize them but expose them to significant danger and instability,” reads part of the petition.
Additionally, the petitioners explained that deportation will endanger Wanyeki and move the children to a country and environment they are not used to.
The petitioners also mentioned Wanyeki’s contribution to organizations like Sauti Yetu, Kenya Canadian Association and Prayer Reign International Church.
Change.org stated that her deportation will leave a painful gap in a community that deeply relies on her presence.
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Public Asked to Sign the Petition
The petitioners have urged Canadian authorities to act with compassion and justice.
“The right to live in safety is a basic human right — one that Rosalind and her children deserve. Deporting this family is not only cruel but would be a tragic failure of the humanitarian values Canada stands for,” reads another part of the petition.
Change.org has asked the public to rally for justice, compassion, and the protection of Joylene and Pearl.
“Please sign this petition and raise your voice for Rosalind Wanyeki and her children’s right to remain in Canada — their true home,” the Organization said.
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