Nicola Amanda Wasonga Oduol

June NYAWIRA Muhoro My Good Good Sis... the hardest thing I’ve ever had to do in my entire life was saying my last goodbye to you... you said “Nya please protect our baby from this wild world and always tell him good things about me, don’t ever dare forget me!” I never took such statements seriously because I knew it would all come to pass and you’d get better... .. I’m glad I got to meet you and grow up with you.. 14yrs of top amazing friendship and I must say it was more than a blessing having you in my life and of-course the last few month in our Sons life... From Baby Kai -I am too young to understand what’s going on but momma always takes pictures and videos and says she’s sending to my other Mommy Amanda in hospital because my milestones makes her so so happy... momma also says that now you’re my guardian angel and you’ll always protect me in this life and in the next.... it’s time for my nap now but I want you to know that I‘ll miss and I Love you so so so much... Rest well Mama

Kagonya Awori There are only two people who could get me to do an updo hairstyle, my mum and Amanda.  Though I grieve, I smile because I am honoured to have had such beautiful times with Amanda, especially through her health journey. She was strong, beautiful in and out, particular, graceful and very wise. She also taught me and lived out the mantra 'Live my best life'!  Amanda, thank you for teaching me so much. Till we meet again in heaven! Much love. Rest in power.

Teclar Hodza From now on you shall be living vicariously through me my guardian angel❤️ Don’t hesitate to visit and pull my ear when I leave wrongly😆 But for the time I had you with me I truly will treasure those moments all the time. Rest up forever in eternal peace my Souly missing you will be lifelong disease💋❤️

Didi Kangara I met Amanda through Nyambe and instantly I could understand just how they got along. Her levels of bubbliness and good vibes were off the charts. She had a vast understanding of music and her love of Tupac was incredible. `You would actually think she knew him personally from the way she talked about him. And just like me she understood that a little wine is good for the heart and really knew how to have fun and make the best of any situation. She was and will always be loved.

Alice Ogada Amanda brought so much joy to my life and for that, I will be forever grateful. Not only was she fun, kind and funny, but she was intelligent too. She taught me so much and gave me new perspectives on a variety of things. When I think about all the qualities of a good friend, Amanda had all of those and more. Through the years, we shared endless laughs and memories that I will cherish forever. Although Amanda is not on this Earth anymore, I know that she is in a better place. I still feel her presence and it is so hard for me to let go but I know that our dear Amanda is with our Father now. Amanda taught us all so much! Her strength was absolutely amazing and I truly admired that about her. My heart is filled with countless good memories. From dancing, to sharing meals, to laughing so hard until we cried, we had a friendship that turned into a sisterhood. I love you forever Amanda ❤ Rest in Peace.

Vida Njau The first time I met Amanda back in Ruimsig I knew that I would love for us to be friends she was so genuine and full of life that I looked forward to the next time we'd invite each other. Fast foward our friendship grew to visiting each other between Johannesburg and Durban, spending Christmas and New year's together. She treated me like family that's why it's hard for me to answer when people ask if she was my friend because I considered her a sister. To the journey we were taking growing spiritual; sending each other devotionals every morning and praying till when we lived together we had worship and bible study in the evening, I wish she knew how it uplifted my spirit to conquer whatever I was facing . She was such a strong and supportive sister always there for me when I hit rock bottom she'd encourage me to stay strong and that God has a plan for me, she was always there no matter the time. When she wasn't well she didn't want me to feel pity for her, she wanted to know all the details of what happened with my day and so. Even when she'd breakdown she'll get back on her feet the next day and say it's the battle of the mind and that she won't give in. I will never forget the advice she'll give me, she never sugarcoated things and that's what I loved about her, her honesty. She never made me feel out of place even once, always considered my emotions and loved me just as I was and her random compliments meant so much without her even noticing. I will miss a friend that I could confide in, random adventures, long talks and mostly someone that I knew will always be there for me. Though we planned so many things after her recovery I am so blessed that I got to share a fragment of her time on earth. All the love she gave and the memories we made will last me a lifetime and so am forever grateful❤

Neremy Amally Amanda, What can I say about a decade of friendship....When I met you in LCVR we hit it off immediately. When we both wanted to transfer schools we weren’t sure where we wanted to go, all we were sure of was that we wanted to be together... so we transferred to Makini together. At the time our friendship was a key part of my existence, that’s why when you decided to go to university in South Africa I was so sad but also so happy for you and proud of you. We always dreamt of going to flying school together so when I went without you it wasn’t ideal, but you encouraged me every step of the way. My first long distance friendship... we talked a lot on Snapchat, Instagram, Whatsapp, Twitter... and we talked about anything and everything. We laughed, cried, gossiped (lol), fellowshipped and confided in each other. In 2018 when I was diagnosed with PCOS & Anemia you know how dramatic I am, I told you my days were numbered and you laughed and said it wasn’t my time. When you told me you were sick, I told you the same... only difference is that God had another plan. I’m glad your relationship with God grew by each day, it gives me peace knowing that you are probably in heaven. I have only one more favor to ask you... say hallo to my dad when you get to heaven. I love you and will cherish you forever. Neremy Babu 💛

Ivy Kui Dear Sweet Mandykins aka Nico aka Amash aka Bezzy aka Lovie aka Travel Partner for life , I want you to know that I loved you beyond measures. I loved you from the minute you set foot into my life. Actually, I can't believe it's been only 7 years of our friendship. I feel like I've known you way longer than that Amash! We've created so many memories together that it feels like I've known you for a lifetime. Lord knows I was hoping we'd grow old together. I was hoping we would continue traveling the world together. Our next destination was Zanzibar or Watamu this month, remember? I miss you Amanda. I know you are dancing with the Angels. I know you are.. At peace. And happy. Yes, you are ecstatic! No more pain... No more suffering. I'm going to miss you so much. But God needed you back home. God needed you to sit back, relax and watch over us. Thank you for the beautiful memories. Thank you for being an amazing friend. Thank you for trusting me and giving me strength. I am a witness of your true bravery because such battles are only given to the strongest warriors. And you are our warrior. Our General. Because of you, our faith became stronger. I thank God for bumping into you 7 years ago on our residence staircase (Honey Park). I will remember you for your generosity, abundant love and resilience. Keep shining on us Angel. I love you forever my Mandykins! Until we meet again ❤️ Yours Forever, Kui

Nandipa Dube My dearest Amanda, Baby gurl, my Tallie, my gorgie, my platuna (I never actually knew what that was😅) We will never know why things happen the way they happen but I believe God put you in our lives for a very strong reason. Your friendship was priceless, it was my blessing and I want you to know that I think of you every day. I miss you more than anything, and I would give anything to talk to you one last time. You fought for us, you deserve rest now. May your spirit live on forever within us and around us. I loved you in this lifetime and i always will in the next. I’m going to need someone to talk to from time to time so stay giving me the signs, you were always good at that... Till we meet again my Angel❤️❤️❤️

Diana Mavunga I remember we met in 2013 at Monash . You were one of the first few East Africans l interacted with.You were ever smiling and super friendly. As time went by,we got to hang out quite often as we had mutual friends that brought us together when we chilled. You loved travelling and always lived by the statement "Live Your Best Life." Im so glad we got to travel together and create memories with you.You were so in love with the beach, a selfie lover,taught me how to take pictures with great angles lol and of course loved potatoes with a passion,something we both shared in common.I remember the long deep conversations we would have by Teclar's place everytime we would meet up with the girls.You were very opinionated and stood firm in what you believed in. Having you as an older sister and a friend was truly a blessing Amanda. You remained very strong til the very end.I remember how supportive you were and how you would encourage us to pray all the time and trust Gods timing and his faithfulness.The Steven Furtick sermons kept us going and of course the beautiful Hillsong and Elevation Worship was top of it all.Not for a second did you ever self pity yourself.I remember the days we started doing devotions,you said "My problem is no different from any of you is facing.Mine is health,yours is something else,its still hectic,but we will all fight and win." You believed that you were a Miracle and the power of God was meant to manifest through your life so that He may be glorified through you. And that was fufilled. Through you, we drew STRENGTH and HOPE that no matter what life brings,as long as God is with us,the battle will forever be His! You focused so much on feeding your spirit and ignored what the flesh was saying as you always said that we are spiritual beings so its important to feed the spirit.You pushed yourself everyday not to focus on the physical pain and discomfort and focused on your eternity.And you won!Your soul lives on.Heaven is rejoicing. You ran your race and you are now in a better place.Heaven Gained and we are all so blessed to have the sweetest angel. Rest in peace baby girl. You conquered You fought the battle AND You finished your race! FOREVER IN MY HEART : AMANDA NICOLA WASONGA ODUOL

Nyambe Lubinda Hello my sweet Angel... I'm finally coming to terms with your demise and the Lords will over your life especially with regards to how your healing was done in a different way. I dreamt of you again two days ago and funny enough it was me, you, Brenda and Ute. All three of you were so chatty and cheerful so I played along... Every time I almost broke down into tears you would instantly stop me and crack a few jokes and just dance around and make me laugh just as you did when you were here with us. I know that meant you don't want me to be sad anymore so I promise not to be. It gives me great joy to know that you are free from any pain and that you are happy and in a good place with our Father in heaven who you loved so much. I remember always calling you my Wonder Woman and now more than ever it makes even more sense because you truly embodied and were a symbol of truth, justice and equality to people everywhere. Seeing the vast impact that you left behind just goes to show how much of an incredibly amazing Human being you were. To think that I got to be loved by you, got to share our home with you (Sagewood Gardens number 6) , got to meet your family in Durban (Mama Tom, Julie and Tom) as well as the ever so gracious mama Brenda, got to have the best prayer warrior and the greatest spiritual partner/influencer ever as a sister, got to go on our travelling adventures to the beach in capetown as well as Durban and experience a whole lot more around South Africa makes me realise how much God loves me and how blessed I am to have been allowed the privilege and honor to have bonded with you as much as we did. I am a little bummed that we can't experience how much more we had planned to on this earth but we sure will catch up when we do meet again. There will always be so much good to say about you but for now I will end here and I will never get tired of saying how much I love you and how much I will miss you. My future kids will hear all about the coolest and most beautiful Aunt they could have ever had from Kenya and they can rest be assured that you will always watch over us. Rest in eternal peace my dear Amanda. Always and forever your Zambian sister Nyambe. I LOVE YOU!!!

Sam Kezzie Weya Amanda, I want to start by saying thank you. Thank you for teaching me what legacy looks like at our age. Your faith so inspiring I can see it’s reflection in your absence from this earth. You have transitioned and your spirit remains strong. Next is sorry, sorry we never got a chance to catch up after the hols as we’d wanted; another lesson you’ve taught me, lean more into the now. The memories we share I am grateful for, from the support you gave me when I sang at my parents’ wedding to the way you made me feel a part of the you and Najo duo when we were kids. From the days spent filled with fun and games to the fact that you are the only friend that has genuinely set me up even though I keep asking this of friends and family - perhaps I wouldn’t be so single (to my mother and sisters’ detriment) if our closeness had seen us through young adulthood. For now it’s farewell, I know we shall meet again - belting songs of praise and worship as we dance with our God. As for your legacy, we will ensure it prevails. Rest in peace sis. Love you Amanda Kez

Janice O Hey sis. It's surreal we won't be saying that to each other any more. Well I hope we do when you pop up in my sleep every now and then. Pls do stop by cos all the gist I piled up for when you got back online since January is still waiting for you o. What began as 'a friend of a friend' quickly blossomed into a sisterhood, with your cheerful smile and warm heart. I love you Amanda and I miss you dearly but I find comfort in the fact that you're at peace and free of pain. You have left us with a legacy of love and strength and you live forever in my heart. Rest in eternal peace sis, till we meet again.

Nora Kithaka You left us too soon Mandy. I can't help but relieve our memories of youth and care-free days from honeypark until even as recently as December last year. You lived your life to the fullest since I met you in Char's room. I felt like your big sister in uni and you always felt comfortable to tell me anything and everything despite how clueless I was about the going ons outside my room and the mall. I will always remember your strength in adversity, standing up for your friends in hardships and not relenting one bit even when you yourself were on the receiving end. But nothing in all those carefree days comes close to the strength and bravery you showed in the face of cancer. How you were determined to live life on your own terms, and even say goodbye to friends who were so far away from you. I will always remember your confident beauty. How you transformed from a shy teen in baggy black outfits to an indomitable Q.U.E.E.N!! I watched you grow to love yourself and love those around you. Your greatest talent however wasn't slaying a beat, it was bringing your friends together to form a wider circle of companions. Even though I hadn't met them before the day after you passed, everyone at your memorial seemed like a neighbor, a childhood friend, a cousin, a sister. Rest in heaven in peace. Rest knowing you touched the lives of everyone you met. Rest knowing you are now an angel in the arms of your maker. Rest well, sweet Venus. ♥️♥️♥️ Norikins