A Kenyan pastor, Pastor David Melavi of Bukholi Baptist Church and his wife, Rebecca Melavi, have died following a road accident at Khalumuli Junction in Sitikho.
Reports indicate the couple were travelling on a motorcycle when it collided with a tractor transporting sugarcane. The impact occurred while they were returning to Matisi after attending a child dedication ceremony.
A statement shared by members of their ministry described the incident.
“On Wednesday evening, the couple was involved in a fatal accident at Khalumuli Junction in Sitikho when their motorcycle collided with a tractor transporting sugarcane.
They were on their way back after attending a child dedication ceremony,” the statement said.
Images from the scene have circulated on social media, prompting tributes from members of the public, church colleagues, and community members.
Pastor Melavi served at Bukholi Baptist Church, where he and his wife were noted for their involvement in ministry work.
