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<blockquote><div class="quotetitle">Quote from <a class="profile-link highlight-moderator" href="https://lawguide.co.ke/understanding-law/legal-forum/profile/lawyer/">Lawyer</a> on April 21, 2025, 9:58 am</div><div id="pl-4864" class="panel-layout">
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<p dir="ltr">The late General Francis Ogolla’s will, revealed a year after the tragic KAF 1501 crash, offers a profound lesson in love, duty, and foresight. In Kenya, wills filed in court become public record, and General Ogolla’s document, drafted in 2012, speaks volumes about planning for the inevitable. He didn’t write it expecting death soon—he wrote it to live well and leave well.</p>
<p dir="ltr">As a trust and estate planning attorney, I often hear clients fear that drafting a will invites death. General Ogolla’s legacy refutes this. A will isn’t a death sentence; it’s an act of wisdom that softens the burden for those left behind. His estate plan ensured his funeral reflected his wishes, gave his family clarity amid public grief, and let his values endure.</p>

<h4 dir="ltr"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Key Takeaways for Your Estate Planning</strong></span></h4>
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<p dir="ltr"><strong>Estate Planning is for Everyone, Not Just the Wealthy</strong>
General Ogolla’s will included thoughtful decisions, like bequeathing his grandmother’s Bible and directing the handling of personal items. These choices reflect love and legacy, not just property division.</p>
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<p dir="ltr"><strong>Clarity Prevents Conflict</strong>
By naming his children as joint executors and assigning clear percentages, he safeguarded his family from disputes. A clear will is one of the kindest gifts you can leave.</p>
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<p dir="ltr"><strong>Wills Are Public—Plan Accordingly</strong>
Once filed, a will is accessible to the public. If privacy is a priority, consider a family trust to keep your wishes confidential.</p>
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<p dir="ltr"><strong>Legacy Reflects Leadership</strong>
Whether you’re a public figure or a private individual, preparing for the inevitable is an act of courage and care.</p>
Adapted from: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/posts/winnie-m-32521463_estateplanning-legacyleadership-kenya-activity-7318532445924999168-ur4O?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=member_desktop&amp;rcm=ACoAAEqxS24Bwe1__3Wpiz4er65tKCWwJTwl-3Q">Winnie M</a>.</li>
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