Humanitarian and social media personality Dora Moono Fucks died at the age of 32.
“It is with a heavy heart that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved Dora,” said a statement issued on Friday, December 27, through Nyambe. Instagram to read “She will be remembered as a loving mother, a hero, a peace philanthropist and an extraordinary woman.”
Nyambe worked primarily as a humanitarian and educator in the village, helping to provide food and shelter to the youth population. She also documented her work through YouTube, Instagram and TikTok, gaining over 4 million followers.
A teacher working with the Nyambe organization confirmed her death in a TikTok video shared earlier this week.
“I'm official announcing the loss The CEO, principal, leader and founder of my beloved school, Footprints of Hope, who passed away on Wednesday, December 25, 2024,” she said. “Our sister will be buried here in Mapapa at the Footprints of Hope school. … Thank you very much for everything. “
Nyambe's funeral will take place on Monday, December 30 in Mapapa village in Mukushi, Zambia.
A statement on Saturday, December 28 said that “the funeral of the late Dora Moono Nyambe, which was originally scheduled earlier, has been postponed to Monday afternoon due to some unforeseen challenges”. to read. “We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding during this difficult time.”
The note continued: “We would like to express our sincere thanks to everyone who has come forward to support us financially or otherwise. Your kindness and generosity have been a great source of comfort and strength to the family during this time.
Nyambe's cause of death has not been made public.
Nyambe previously moved to Zambia to start a boarding school her non-profit organization Footprints of Hope.
“I arrived in Mapapa village waiting for my visa to be approved. I had to renew my visa to visit. This is (my friend's) village,” she said in October Instagram video. “When I came here, I saw a lot of kids getting (sexually assaulted), there were a lot of kids who have kids; just a lot of bad things happen. … I decided to stay.
God built four schools accommodate more than 500 children.
“That's why I keep having more kids,” she added. “I know it's very confusing to say, 'Let me reject this child' or 'I can't accommodate you' or 'I can't do this.'” It's very difficult for me because there are many children in the village but I don't have the means to do it.