Ohangla musician Tony Ndiema dies while undergoing treatment

The Ohangla community is mourning the loss of celebrated artist Anton Okoth Ochieng, popularly known as Tony Ndiema, following his death on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. His family confirmed the sad news just one day after issuing an urgent appeal for financial assistance to cover his escalating medical bills.

Ndiema’s health had taken a sharp downturn in recent weeks. On June 29, his relatives disclosed that his condition had deteriorated significantly, necessitating an emergency transfer to Oasis Hospital in Kisii for treatment. At that point, the musician had reportedly lost the ability to walk and speak, plunging his loved ones into distress.

Prior to the transfer to Kisii, Ndiema had collapsed in Rongo and was initially taken to Doctor’s Plaza Hospital before being relocated to Mediforte Hospital in Kisii. According to family members, the musician remained unconscious and unresponsive while medical teams conducted various tests, including a CT scan, lung function assessments and blood work. Physicians had also recommended an MRI scan, but the family disclosed that financial limitations had prevented the procedure from being carried out.