Wednesday, January
07, 2025 - Kenyan filmmaker, Nick Wambugu, celebrated for his role in the
production of the BBC documentary Blood Parliament, has passed away
after a prolonged illness.
His family confirmed the news on Wednesday, January 7th,
marking the end of a courageous fight against Hypo‑cellular Myelodysplastic
Syndrome (MDS), a rare bone marrow disorder.
MDS severely affects the body’s ability to produce healthy
blood cells, leaving patients vulnerable to anemia, infections and bleeding
complications.
In Wambugu’s case, the condition required a life‑saving bone
marrow transplant in India, with his family disclosing that Ksh 9 million was
needed to facilitate the procedure.
As his health deteriorated, they issued an emotional appeal
for platelet donations and financial support.
“Nick, a beloved member of our film family, is currently admitted
in hospital and fighting a serious health challenge… He urgently needs platelet
donations (Blood Group A+), as well as financial support to sustain his current
treatment and travel to India,” the family shared at the time.
Following his death, tributes poured in from colleagues and
friends who admired his artistry and resilience.
Human rights activist, Hanifa Adan, expressed heartbreak,
writing:
“Very tragic news. I’m so heartbroken Mahn. Nick has left us. Go
easy champ. You fought well. History will remember your name.”
The Blood Parliament
documentary by BBC Africa Eye investigated the fatal police shootings during
Kenya’s June 25th, 2024 anti‑tax protests.
Nick Wambugu and three fellow filmmakers were briefly arrested in May 2025 over alleged links to the film, questioned overnight, and later released.
The Kenyan DAILY POST
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