Winnie Bwire, known for her role as Dida on the popular TV show *Sultana*, tragically passed away on September 5 while undergoing treatment in Istanbul, Turkey. Her death deeply affected her family, friends, colleagues, and fans. On September 8, her body was flown back to Kenya, and she was laid to rest in her hometown of Mumias, Kakamega County, on September 20.
The emotional burial on September 21 drew hundreds of mourners who gathered to pay their final respects to the talented actress. CHECK OUT: During the service, Winnie’s mother delivered a heartfelt tribute, sharing personal stories about her daughter’s life and legacy. She revealed that she, too, is a breast cancer survivor, having fought the disease since 2015.
She recalled being Winnie’s caregiver and described her daughter’s childhood as smart, peaceful, and exceptionally organized. Winnie had started acting as early as kindergarten. However, her mother shared that Winnie had faced bullying as a child due to her dark complexion, often being called names like “Sudanese” or “cheusi.
” To help her embrace her identity, Winnie’s parents bought her a black doll from Germany, which helped her build confidence in her appearance. Growing up among five brothers, Winnie learned resilience and how to stand up for herself. In addition to her acting talent, Winnie was a successful businesswoman.
She designed gift and thank-you cards to earn money, made furniture, worked as an interior designer, and even sewed .