Kenya Rugby Fans Mourn the Painful Death of Impala Player Richard Sidindi

The rugby fraternity have taken to social media to mourn the untimely demise of Impala RFC fullback Richard Sidindi.

Popularly known as Real Jhadah Power, the former Kisumu RFC player was pronounced dead at the Nairobi Women’s Hospital while receiving treatment following the incident at Impala’s pool.

“It appears that there was some swimming pool incident where Sidindi was alone but we are still gathering information on what really happened,” Impala Saracens Director of Rugby, Fred Ollows, told reporters.

These are some of the tributes on Twitter:

Impala RFC Fullback Richard Sidindi Akoth has died after he tragically drowned while swimming at the Club’s Grounds this morning. So devastating. May his soul rest in peace. #TheScoreKE pic.twitter.com/eM71n9tRGj— Carol Radull (@CarolRadull) February 25, 2019

Impala RFC have today morning lost a member of their playing unit, fullback Richard Sidindi Akoth, who drowned while swimming at the club’s swimming pool.
We at Bamba Sport wish to express our sincere condolences to Impala Saracens RFC and the family of Akoth. #BambaSport pic.twitter.com/3FuV4pa2XB— Bamba Sport (@BambaSports) February 25, 2019

Resolution Impala has today morning lost utility back Richard Sidindi “Jadhaa” to the cruel hand of death. According to reports from the club, he drowned while on a solo session! Our heartfelt condolences to his family & friends, & the Impala fraternity. #RIPJadhaa pic.twitter.com/cv8B1dN88A— TopFry Nakuru RFC (Wanyore) (@NakuruRFC) February 25, 2019

Rest In Peace Richard Sidindi Otieno aka “Jadhah”. Our heartfelt condolences to his Family,loved ones and the whole @impalasaracens fraternity… 🙏🏾 pic.twitter.com/jF6fNFRBa3— KCB Rugby Club (@kcbrugby) February 25, 2019

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