Popular Nairobi businesswoman Shiquo Wa Hiistyles has opened up about a deeply emotional and ongoing search for her mother’s final resting place, revealing that she has been unable to locate the grave for years.
Speaking on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, after visiting a cemetery where she believes her mother was buried in 2011, Shiquo said the search has become a repeated and painful journey. She explained that she has returned to the burial site several times over the years in an effort to identify the exact gravesite.
According to her, the latest visit marked roughly her sixth or seventh attempt, yet the outcome remained the same.
“We have been here at this cemetery searching for my mother’s grave, and this is not the first time… today we came inside to look properly,” she said.
Despite walking through the cemetery once again with her companions, Shiquo said they were still unable to find the grave.
“She was buried here in 2011, but we have not been able to find the grave,” she added.
A painful search for closure
Shiquo described the experience as emotionally draining, noting that each visit brings a mix of hope and disappointment. The inability to locate her mother’s resting place, even after multiple attempts, has made it difficult for her to find closure.
Reflections on life and perspective
During the visit, she also took time to reflect on life, drawing a contrast between the struggles of the living and the stillness of those laid to rest. She observed that those buried are free from everyday pressures such as illness, financial strain, and stress.
“When I was here, I reflected on life and how those who are buried here are at peace. They do not know anything about the cost of living, fuel prices, sickness, or stress,” she said.
Shiquo also used the moment to encourage gratitude and resilience, urging people to recognise the support systems around them. She noted that individuals often overlook available help—from family members to personal strength—while focusing too much on hardships.
“I also thought about how we often ask for peace and calm, but it is already here in abundance… we have more options than we think, instead of just complaining,” she said.
