Social media personality Mbote Njogu is among the many voices paying tribute to Monica Waithera Chege, the entrepreneur behind the beloved Wakalucy Fish Palace brand, who passed away in September 2026 at the age of 46 following a battle with cervical cancer.
Njogu, posting from his verified Facebook account on Tuesday, September 15, revealed that while he never met Wakalucy in person, the two had spoken over the phone.
How did Mbote mourn Wakalucy?
The news of her death reached him through social media, and he could not let the moment pass without acknowledging her legacy.
“I never met her, but we had conversations over the phone. I’ve just received the sad news through social media. Your legacy will live forever… your fish can’t be compared to anyone else’s,” he wrote, signing off with a heartfelt farewell to her many locations: “Wakalucy Kamakis, Wakalucy Mirema, Wakalucy SNL, Wakalucy Burudani, Wakalucy Kasarani, Wakalucy Kiambu Road, Wakalucy etc.”
Monica built one of Nairobi’s most recognisable fish restaurant brands from the ground up.
At its peak, Wakalucy Fish Palace had branches spread across Mirema Drive, Eastern Bypass, Kamakis, Ruiru, Juja and Kasarani, collectively serving as many as 2,000 customers every day.
The business grew to employ more than 32 people, drawing in loyal regulars and Kenyan celebrities alike, who frequently promoted her food on social media.
Her restaurants became known for flavourful, traditionally prepared Kenyan fish dishes that kept customers coming back.
The brand was widely regarded as one of Nairobi’s standout entrepreneurship success stories in the hospitality sector.
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Kenyans mourn Wakalucy
The news of her death triggered an emotional wave of tributes from people whose lives she had touched, often in quiet but meaningful ways.
Kuriah Tonny wrote:
“I honestly don’t know what to say. I will forever carry the memory of that evening when we visited Burudani Branch with my pregnant wife. The way you encouraged my wife, handled her with such kindness, and took care of her is something I can never forget. Rest peacefully, Wakalucy. You may have left this world, but the memories of your kindness will live on in the hearts of those you touched.”
Grace Njama added:
“Wah, may she rest in peace. Wakalucy hapo bypass fish ni tamu, she was so kind.”
Magdalene Mwikali, who supplied her business, wrote:
“Woooii rip, she was my client. I used to supply her fresh potatoes.”
Regina Kamau recalled:
“She used to come to our spa once in a while at Thika.”
Pam Shiku Gikuuri reflected:
“And when money stops being a problem for us, may our health never become a problem. May we experience a longer life. RIP.”
