Oldest Red Cross Philanthropist Dies, Her Legacy Lives

The longest serving member of the Kenya Red Cross Society Khairoonisa Molu has died.

The society confirmed her passing in a statement on Wednesday, March 13, celebrating her for her work and sacrifices during her tenure as the Secretary of the organization. 

Further, the statement indicated that Molu had served at the society for over seventy years since it was known as the Kenya Branch of the British Red Cross.

Also, she received the Head of State Recommendation (HSC) from the late former President Daniel Arap Moi for her humanitarian service. 

Khairoonisa Molu passed away at the age of 93, leaving behind a profound legacy of service and compassion.

“Mrs. Molu’s contributions were vast and impactful. She served as a secretary at the Kenya Red Cross Mombasa branch, volunteering her time and skills for many years before retiring.

“She was widely known for her philanthropic services, earning her the HSC from former President Daniel Arap Moi,” the statement read in part.

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Oldest Red Cross Philanthropist’s Legacy

Khairoonisa Molu will be remembered for her selfless work including providing food to prisoners at Shimo La Tewa Prison in Mombasa. 

She also offered Tracing Services and Restoration of Family Links while she was volunteering with the Kenya Red Cross.

“Every World Red Cross Day on May 8, Molu organized a party for children, the poor, including orphans and those with disabilities. She also catered to the elderly in Mombasa’s nursing homes,

“Some of these services included catering to and providing food to prisoners at Shimo La Tewa Prison in Mombasa, along with offering Tracing Services and Restoration of Family Links, all as a dedicated volunteer of the Kenya Red Cross,” added the statement.

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Mentoring Other Members

At the same time, Molu was revered for her mentorship, guiding many other volunteers including the former Kenya Red Cross Secretary General Dr. Abbas Gullet.

In addition, she fundraised to build the property of the Kenya Red Cross Mombasa branch in the 1970s despite breaking her leg in the process. Her commitment and dedication as a Red Cross member were unmatched.

“Together with her husband, she fundraised to build the property of the Kenya Red Cross Mombasa branch in the 1970s,

“Despite the unfortunate incident of breaking her leg during fundraising activities while traveling across the country for this noble cause,” the society said. 

The Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) was founded in 1965 under the Kenya Red Cross Society Act (Chapter 256 Laws of Kenya) and officially acknowledged by the Kenyan government as a voluntary aid society working alongside public authorities.