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The family of celebrated gospel singer Betty Bayo has shared heartbreaking details about her illness and the final days leading to her death.
Known for her uplifting hit 11th Hour, Bayo passed away at Kenyatta National Hospital after a short but fierce battle with blood cancer.
According to the family, Betty’s health had deteriorated rapidly over the past week despite receiving specialized care.
Her death has left a deep void in Kenya’s gospel community and among fans who admired her faith and resilience.
Family Shares Details About Betty Bayo’s Last Moments
In a press briefing held on Monday, November 10, the family confirmed that Betty Bayo had been undergoing treatment for acute mild leukaemia at Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH).
The family spokesperson described her death as a heavy blow, both to her loved ones and to the gospel fraternity that cherished her powerful voice and uplifting lyrics.“
We want to tell the public that today at 1:03 pm, we lost Betty Bayo. It is no longer a rumour; it is the truth,” the family spokesperson said during the announcement.
Betty had reportedly been hospitalized for most of November, with her condition worsening rapidly in the final week.
According to the family, her illness, which initially seemed manageable, became aggressive in a short period.“
She was diagnosed with acute mild cancer leukemia and transferred to KNH on Friday due to excessive bleeding,” the statement read.
“The doctors tried their best, but the will of God has prevailed.”Her final hours were described as peaceful, surrounded by close family members and loved ones who prayed and sang hymns by her bedside.
Loved Ones Gathered to Mourn Betty Bayo
Among those present at the hospital during the announcement was Pastor Victor Kanyari, Betty Bayo’s ex-husband and father of her two children.Kanyari expressed his sorrow on social media, describing the mother of his children as a woman of strong faith who inspired many through her music and life story.
“Rest well, servant of God. You fought your battle faithfully,” he wrote.Following her passing, the family began making arrangements to transfer her body from Kenyatta National Hospital to Kenyatta University Referral Mortuary.
The burial date, they said, will be communicated in due course.Friends and fellow gospel artists have also paid emotional tributes, calling her death a major loss to the music industry.
Many described her as humble, prayerful, and a source of encouragement to those facing challenges.
Her Last Moments Reflected on Faith and Courage
Despite her illness, Betty Bayo never lost hope or her passion for sharing faith-based messages. In recent years, she had embraced content creation, often posting motivational videos and testimonies about healing and resilience.
Her openness about personal struggles made her a relatable figure to many fans, who admired her honesty and strength.
Beyond her musical career, Betty was known for encouraging women to stay strong through hardship and to hold on to faith, even when life felt unbearable.
Family members said she spent her last week praying and expressing gratitude for her life, even while her health continued to decline.
“She kept saying God has been good to her,” one relative shared.Her hit song 11th Hour remains a testimony of her faith, reminding many that miracles can happen even at life’s toughest moments.
A Nation Mourns a Gospel Icon
Betty Bayo’s death has sent shockwaves through Kenya’s music scene. Many fans have taken to social media to share clips of her performances, quotes from her messages, and heartfelt condolences to her family.
Her colleagues in the gospel industry are organizing a joint memorial concert to honor her legacy and raise funds for her children.
For years, Betty used her voice not only to sing but to heal broken spirits. Even in her sickness, she continued to inspire others through prayer and worship.
Her final days, though filled with pain, reflected the faith and hope she sang about throughout her career.
Betty Bayo’s journey ended too soon, but her message of perseverance and belief in God’s timing will live on.
