Raphael S. Ndingi Mwana a’Nzeki Bio, Death

Archbishop Raphael Ndingi Mwana a’Nzeki

Archbishop Raphael Ndingi Mwana a’Nzeki was a retired Archdiocese of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Nairobi in Kenya. Nzeki had also served as the bishop of Nakuru Machakos.

Raphael Ndingi Mwana a’Nzeki Age

Raphael S. Ndingi Mwana a’Nzeki was born on 25th December 1931 in Mwala. Machakos, Kenya. He died on 30th March 2020 at 88 years and 3months old.

Archbishop Ndingi Mwana a’Nzeki

Raphael Ndingi Mwana a’Nzeki Death

Ndingi Mwana’a Nzeki died on Monday night of 30th March 2020. His successor Cardinal John Njue announced his passing via a Facebook post saying “Let us pray for the repose of his soul,” He is remembered for actively advocating for multi-party democracy in Kenya. Various leaders eulogized him as one of the greatest religious leaders in Kenya.

Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga is one of the leaders who led Kenyans in mourning of the retired Archbishop saying

“Kenyans knew they could always count on him to stand and speak out for truth and justice whatever the threat that posed to his life,”

Ndingi was one of the brightest lights to have graced our nation in our time. Kenyans knew they could always count on him to stand and speak out for truth and justice whatever the threat that posed to his life. 1/2 pic.twitter.com/bzVm0gIyQs

— Raila Odinga (@RailaOdinga) March 31, 2020

A moral enthusiast, focussed and selfless leader with enduring love for everyone, Mwana a’Nzeki was humble, persuasive and prolific; he will be fondly remembered for working for the greater good of the people of Kenya.

— William Samoei Ruto, PhD (@WilliamsRuto) March 31, 2020

Raphael Ndingi Mwana a’Nzeki Archbishop

After completing his primary education, Raphael joined Kiserian Seminary. In 1961, Nzeki was ordained as a priest where he served under Archbishop JJ McCarthy who was the Archbishop of the Nairobi Diocese at that time. In 1969, he was then ordained as a bishop and served in the dioceses of Nakuru and Machakos. He was appointed as Coadjutor Archbishop of Nairobi as an assistant to then-Cardinal Maurice Michael Otunga in 1996 after which he succeeded him as the Archbishop of Nairobi 0n 21st April 1997.

When Nzeki attained 75 years old, he was retired by Pope Benedict XVI on 6th October 2007 and succeeded by the current Archbishop Cardinal John Njue who was his assistant while he served in Nakuru.

Summary

1961 – Ordained as a priest
1961 – Ordained as a bishop and served in the dioceses of Machakos and Nakuru
1996 – Appointed as Coadjutor Archbishop of Nairobi in 1996 as an assistant to then-Cardinal Maurice Michael Otunga.
1997 – Succeeded Cardinal Otunga as the Archbishop of Nairobi.
2007 – Retired by Pope Benedict XVI and succeeded by Cardinal John Njue

Raphael Ndingi Mwana a’Nzeki Multi-Party

Raphael was one of the religious leaders in Kenya who actively advocated for the reintroduction of multiparty democracy in Kenya. He used his wisdom by trying to avoid to incite the public against the government, late Daniel Arap Moi’s regime and the authorities in power. He fearlessly confronted the provincial administration and the police for their role in political conflicts of 1992 where 2000 people are reported to have died.

Raphael Ndingi Mwana a’Nzeki Wife

Mwana a’Nzeki liked to keep his personal life private hence information about his dating life was not available. It is therefore not known whether he was married or has any children. However, this information will be updated as soon as it is available.

Raphael Ndingi Mwana a’Nzeki Family

After doing our research, details about his parents are not available and it is also not known if he has any siblings.

Facts and Body Measurements

Here are some interesting facts you don’t want to miss about a’Nzeki

Full Name: Raphael Ndingi Mwana a’Nzeki
Age/ How Old?: 88 years 3 months old
Date of Birth: 25th December 1931
Place of Birth: Mwala. Machakos, Kenya
Education‎: Kiserian Seminary
Date of death: 3oth March 2020
Nationality: Kenyan
Profession: Retired Archbishop
Net worth: To be updated

Archbishop Ndingi Mwana a’Nzeki

Frequently Asked Questions About Raphael Ndingi Mwana a’Nzeki

Who is Raphael Ndingi Mwana a’Nzeki?

Raphael Ndingi Mwana a’Nzeki was a retired Archdiocese of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Nairobi in Kenya.

How old is Raphael Ndingi Mwana a’Nzeki?

Raphael Ndingi Mwana a’Nzeki was 88 years 3months when he died. He was born on 35th December 1931 in Mwala Machakos and died on Monday night on 30th March 2020.

How tall is Raphael Ndingi Mwana a’Nzeki?

Ndingi had not shared his height with the public.

How much is Raphael Ndingi Mwana a’Nzeki worth?

Ndingi has not yet revealed his net worth. We will update this section when we get and verify information about the wealth and properties under his name.

Where does Mwana a’Nzeki live?

Ndingi lived in Kenya.

Is Ndingi Mwana a’Nzeki dead or alive?

Ndingi Mwana a’Nzeki died on 30th March 2020 on a Monday night after a long illness. He is remembered for actively routing for the reintroduction of multiparty democracy in Kenya around 2002.