Requiem mass for 17 pilgrims killed in Salama crash set for Thursday
A requiem mass is scheduled for 17 Catholic pilgrims who died in a tragic road accident near Salama, Kenya. The victims were traveling to a national prayer event when their van crashed.
Why it matters
The tragedy has deeply affected the local community in Mombasa, prompting national attention to road safety and mourning rituals.
Family members and worshippers gather at St Mathias Mulumba Catholic Church in Mikindani, Mombasa, on October 3, 2026. Photo/JOHN CHESOLI
A requiem mass for the 17 Catholic pilgrims from St Mathias Mulumba Catholic Parish in Mikindani, Mombasa County, who died in a road accident while travelling to Subukia for the National Prayer Day, will be held on Thursday as families prepare to lay their loved ones to rest.
The Mass is scheduled to begin at 10am at the parish, with relatives, friends and fellow worshippers expected to gather to honour the deceased and pray for the souls of those who lost their lives in the tragedy.
Parish priest Father Patrick Maingi confirmed the arrangements on Wednesday morning, saying the church would come together to remember the departed parishioners.
“We will be having the requiem Mass for our departed brothers and sisters from 10am,” said Father Maingi.
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