Influencer Dora Moono Nyambe has died at the age of 32
Humanitarian and social media Dora Moono Nyambe he died at the age of 32.
“It is with a heavy heart that we announce the sudden departure of our beloved Dora,” a statement on Friday, December 27, written by Nyambe on Instagram. “She will be remembered as a loving mother, a hero, a philanthropist for peace and an extraordinary woman.”
Nyambe worked as a helper and teacher in the area, helping to provide food and shelter for young people. He has also posted his work on YouTube, Instagram and TikTok, amassing over 4 million followers.
A teacher who worked with Nyambe’s organization confirmed his death in a signed TikTok video earlier this week.
“I officially announce the loss of my beloved CEO, director, manager and founder of Footprints of Hope School, who passed away on Wednesday, December 25, 2024,” he said. “My sister will be buried here at Mapapas at Footprints of Hope school. … Thank you so much for everything.”
Nyambe’s funeral will be held at Mapapa Village in Mukushi, Zambia, on Monday, December 30.
“The burial of Dora Moono Nyambe, which was supposed to be today, has been postponed to Monday afternoon due to unforeseen problems,” read the statement on Saturday, December 28. “We deeply apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding at this difficult time.”
The paper went on to say, “We would like to express our gratitude to everyone who has come forward to support us, be it financially or in other ways. Your kindness and generosity have been a source of comfort and strength to the family during this time.”
The cause of Nyambe’s death has not been disclosed.
Nyambe previously moved to Zambia to start a boarding school through his non-profit organization Footprints of Hope.
“I arrived at Mapapa Village while waiting for my entry permit. I needed to renew my visa to visit. This [my friend’s] village,” she said in an October Instagram video. “When I came here, I saw that there are many children being adopted [sexually assaulted]there were many children who had children; there are just too many bad things happening. … I decided to stay.”
Nyambe built four schools that will accommodate more than 500 children.
“That’s why I keep having more children,” she added. “I know it’s confusing to say, ‘Let me turn this baby around’ or ‘I can’t sit you down’ or ‘I can’t do this.’ It is very difficult for me because there are many children from here in the village but I don’t have the resources for that.”