Bishop Allan Kiuna, the co-founder of Jubilee Christian Church (JCC) in Nairobi, passed away on Tuesday, July 9.
According to reports, the preacher succumbed to multiple myeloma which he had been battling for a while, and had even over Ksh 460 million on medication.
However, as fate would have it, Kiuna died of cancer some six months after declaring that he was cancer-free after the treatment which he underwent in the United States.
But who was Kiuna and how did he get to the top? Here is what WoK has managed to dig about the same.
Kiuna was born on April 17, 1967 in Nairobi.
After finishing secondary school, he enrolled at the Nairobi Pentecostal Bible College to further his theology education.
Kiuna began working as a pastor in the early 1990s, and founded JCC in 1999 alongside his wife, Reverend Kathy Kiuna.
The church began with only a few members but developed swiftly owing to their dedication and hard work, and it has now grown to have many branches in Kenya.
Kiuna was also a successful novelist having written several books about faith, leadership and personal development.
His books inspire and guide many people on their spiritual journeys.
In addition to his work at JCC, Kiuna participated in a variety of social and charity initiatives.
He supported activities that benefit the impoverished, with a focus on education and healthcare, initiatives that have had a profound impact on many lives.
Kiuna’s achievement is reflected in the growth and influence of JCC which has a large following and is highly regarded by many in the Christian world.
Until his death, Kiuna led JCC with love and dedication, and his life’s work has influenced numerous others, and his impact goes beyond the church.
Even in death, he remains a significant presence in the religious and social worlds.
In terms of his personal life, Kiuna had one wife, Kathy and three children, namely Vanessa, Stephanie and Jeremy.
Cancer
Kiuna announced his cancer diagnosis in 2019.
He continued ministering in church, but he later visited the United States in December 2022 to receive advanced cancer therapy.
His treatment cost roughly Ksh 460 million but he noted that he did not have to pay for the therapy himself because he believed divine providence would cover the costs.
After a year of treatment, Kiuna returned to Kenya and declared himself cancer-free.
He made the declaration during a Thanksgiving ceremony attended by many notable personalities, including First Lady Rachel Ruto and Pastor Dorcas Rigathi.
Kiuna was battling multiple myeloma.
It is caused by abnormal plasma cells that multiply uncontrollably and crowd out healthy blood cells in the bone marrow.
This leads to complications like bone damage, kidney problems, and increased risk of infections.
Risk factors include older age, being male, being African American, having a family history of multiple myeloma, and exposure to certain chemicals or radiation.
Common symptoms include bone pain, weakness, fatigue, frequent infections and kidney issues. However, some people may have no symptoms early on.
There is no cure for multiple myeloma, but treatments can help control the disease and manage symptoms.
Treatment options include chemotherapy, targeted therapies, stem cell transplants and supportive care.
The outlook for multiple myeloma varies widely depending on the stage and risk factors. With treatment, many patients can achieve remission and live for years with the disease.
