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MWONGELA FAMILY MOURNS.

The Catholic Diocese of Kitui is in mourning following the passing of Maurice Mwongela, father of Bishop Joseph Mwongela, on February 8, 2026.

MWONGELA FAMILY MOURNS.
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The Catholic Diocese of Kitui is in mourning following the passing of Maurice Mwongela, father of Bishop Joseph Mwongela, on February 8, 2026. The late Mwongela, who was undergoing treatment at Mater Hospital, will be laid to rest on Monday, February 16, 2026, at 10:00 AM at his home in Kakumi station, Mulutu Parish.

Bishop Joseph Mwongela, the Coadjutor Bishop-Elect of Machakos, has received condolences from clergy and parishioners across Kitui and Machakos. The bishop, known for his spiritual leadership in Kenya's Catholic community, had recently been appointed Coadjutor Bishop of Machakos on January 4, 2026.

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