TUM Students' Bus Overturns En Route to Former Leader's Funeral

Students from Technical University of Mombasa were traveling to Awasi for the funeral of Elvis Otieno, known as 'Beast,' a former student association president who died in July from an epileptic attack.

The bus crashed Friday on the Awasi-Ahero highway, rolling over and leaving it heavily damaged with shattered windows and a crushed front.

Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Sheriff Nassir confirmed two deaths and multiple injuries, while social media reports suggested up to six fatalities; rescue teams rushed the injured to hospitals as officials work to confirm the toll.

Siaya Governor James Orengo mourned the loss, calling it a heartbreaking end to the students' journey of unity.