Bob Collymore: Being diagnosed with cancer for me wasn't a big deal

Bob Collymore: Being diagnosed with cancer for me wasn't a big deal #JKLive
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[@falanqeeye5106]

Who is here after hearing the sad news that this big man has just passed away. Rip to the boss

[@roblemaer4834]

RIP a hero. Condolences to his family and friends.

[@alexnganga3252]

RIP BOB COLLYMORE

[@rosechebii5719]

Rest in eternal peace Bob (ex CEO Safaricom). Life gone to soon. May God comfort and give peace to his family.

[@sirlmoursirlmour8858]

Me 😢😢😢

[@colonelterry]

Yep, that is why I am reading and listening to this interview. SO lighthearted then and unknowingly that it would take a turn for the worst so quickly. May his soul rest in peace. So sadd.

[@moiben663]

Despite the experience, its amazing to see how Bob handled it with a positive attitude. Optimism goes a long way in the path to recovery and generally in life.

[@shelawruth]

R.I.P BOB..Really very sad to lose such great brains.but the good thing is that..you have left a perfect legacy.safiri salama ,tutaonana baadaye

[@lemzywonder]

After watching this, i forgive anybody i have beef with, and you with beef, shauri yako... enjoy every moment u r on earth be happy be generous, live free. Rip Bob collymore

[@fantasiamole5548]

Nice thoughts

[@titusirungu3950]

wise man

[@catherinewanjirumungai3941]

Good thing to do

[@kelbaleo9003]

You've nailed it

[@estherjuliana3957]

who else just discovered that most comments show love and appreciation after Bob's demise,,, let's love and appreciation people more when they still live and their legacies will always live in our hearts when they demise,,,, smile on your way sir

[@rachealkibaiya7593]

Esther Juliana what has been lucking in Kenya for the longest

[@Bayla55]

Watched this interview when it was first aired and I have watched it fully again after u are gone. Shine on your way bro Bob till that morning when we will meet again.

[@kevongobiro3459]

Bobs sense of humour is Gold standard...raw and direct

[@geofrey9667]

Kevo Ngobiro I second you 200%

[@thatmaestro7562]

Ngobi!!!!!

[@catem8752]

It flows so well, he must have been a joy to talk to.

[@larrywary4991]

RIP Bob Collymore😭😭😭.. This interview was just 10 months ago! 🎶This world is not my home I'm just passing through. If heaven is not my home the God what would I do...🎶

[@emmyschannel2957]

🎶The Angels becon me from heavens open door....and I can't feel at home in this world,anymore..🎶 indeed life is short

[@jabriladan4407]

This world is a place of exam where the the here after is the place of reward Always remember that if you get up in the morning you might not reach afternoon and if you go to the bed in the night you might not wake up the morning

[@janetluseno5855]

Sure, last year August, this year August he is no more, May he Rest In Peace

[@ITSWESH254]

Who is watching this after his death.......😭😭😭😭😭😭😭...RIP

[@y1521t21b5]

@Joseph Waweru Tuko hapa, twahuzunika nawe...

[@faitahmartins3843]

It's so sad he didn't know he would not reach the same month the following year😭😭😭

[@suzysuzie3882]

We're here shading tears

[@janetmwaura2648]

How sad. The foreshadowing ☹️ he is now the ex ceo. Rip,

[@sinllocable]

RIP Bob! I just came here to watch you after the news. Condolescence to the family and friends in this trying time. Rest easy. You left your mark in this world, so you'll live forever in our hearts.

[@lizgichora6472]

Thank you Jeff; for this amazing interview, he ( BOB ) will be terribly missed. R.I.P Robert Collymore.💜

[@rachelnjeri9296]

i loved his voice and the British accent...rest in peace bob

[@margaret8940]

I still remember watching this JKL Show. Many people felt encouraged to fight on. It was hard to know Bob was also fighting on because of his positive attitude and the fact that he has been working tirelessly as the Safaricom C.E.O despite being unwell. Your legacy will live on. Rest in Eternal Peace Bob.

[@benjaminngumba2756]

Continue resting in peace bob

[@hairbeautyweightloss]

Who here also just learned of his passing and will probably check all his interviews??? R i.p though will surely miss you

[@PstJMOfficial]

I admire this man. His determination and focus just amazes me. No much to say. God did his perfect will. We'll live to remember you legend. Rest in eternal peace.

[@bonfacemwangi8558]

If another 10 big companies in kenya do just half of what Bob Collymore and safaricom does..this economy of ours can be the best in Africa

[@junemuchiri609]

I thought Jeff is a classic smart dresser until this interview with Bob,he has vanished in the background 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂,collymore looked so young,stylish,smart and intelligent speaker.may he rip

[@mohaz612]

Rip hero

[@St-ds1dc]

RIP. The swagger on both is on😃

[@rachealkibaiya7593]

Mjune Olive Jeff never serious

[@Minister-Delina.]

i wish u lived to 80. it felt good to have you. im so heart broken but God gives and God takes. Rest well.

[@annwambui9155]

Faith Delina Yea he was a good man

[@mpendamuziki]

I've really learned a lot from this interview. First thing's first.. putting my wife on all manner of insurance. Then, regular checkups..breast screenings, bloodwork,etc.. taking no chances. Most importantly food.. no more buying ready made food. Cook everything and eat it all. no leftovers. Then gym or just regular fitness.

[@deborahmusau4601]

Mpenda Muziki very impressive.

[@mpendamuziki]

Deborah Musau no taking chances u know?

[@Blackiezz]

Mpenda Muziki Wow! This is great.

[@mpendamuziki]

Diane Wangeci ikr?

[@omaoma704]

Mpenda Muziki tell that to a regular Kenyan

[@megejoshua]

I like the Giant Spirit Mr. CEO. This is an inspiring attitude.

[@monicahmwangi2775]

Why can't they build a cancer treatment center in Nairobi. It will benefit mr Bob and many other kenyans. My best wishes sir, get well soon

[@bellaj6088]

Monicah Mwangi there is a cancer treatment center in Nairobi. And they do treatment of lot's of different kinds of cancer.

[@monicahmwangi2775]

I know but not as good as it should be, if it was then this guys should not be traveling out of the country to get cancer treatment. It's a shame that a president, politicians and the millionaires like Bob are flying out for medical treatment when they have all the resources they need to build or bring the expertise in so that don't have to travel that much, would that be nice? I think it would really help even growing the economy that's alot of money being taken out of the country

[@georgek685]

Monicah Mwangi. You have a valid point here. Our medical care is way too crappy for most of these people. And they know it; reason as to why they fly out to get better care.

[@monicahmwangi2775]

george kiana that's for sure, and it's a shame! I wonder what it will take to change things in this country.

[@ciruwiru]

True. We have cancer centres but we need an overall good health care system not just for cancer treatment but all ailments.

[@nyevukarisa1567]

And just like that he is no more. May you Rest in Peace Bob!

[@MegaPolyps]

Your attitude towards life and how you have overcome the sickness is everything!!! i pray that you get a clean bill of health!!!

[@naomichep1299]

Yani this awesome guy is no more 😭😭😭I'm here just to revisit the Interview though had watched..RIP KING 😓😓 ♥️

[@mosesmuchemi6305]

Bob Collymore was such a sport...LIVE LOVE LAUGH..! You never know your time to exit the stage forever..! RIP Bobby

[@vutsbaibe254]

I am here to rewatch the interview...very heartbreaking# RIP bob

[@milkawatson6830]

Me too,so sad

[@beautifulew3008]

Very sad

[@saidgwanda428]

Very sad indeed

[@timothykibuthi9876]

Very sad

[@catherinewanjirumungai3941]

Me too sad indeed

[@mgqcoco1640]

Support really has a huge effect on someone regardless of what they're going through and some little privacy inshaallah you will get better

[@esthernjuguna_mungai9736]

Rest well Bob, your impact on the Kenyan society has been amazing...

[@naomiwanjiru5902]

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[@gladwelltailor]

I am here,after the sad news rip Bob Collymore

[@njorogegladys7274]

I never met you in person, but there is this feeling of you that is so inspiring.... I miss you king BOB

[@linetatieno4594]

I don't want to keep watching this coz my heart breaks everytime I watch anything to do with Sir.Bob,I wish he lived up to 80 something and over.

[@faithmugo4848]

Its soo hurting to hear you talk very consistently and positive and again to hear you are no more..rip Bob you have left a legacy

[@jaymemelord2607]

Who is here 2019/1/7 watching Let cry here😭😭😭😭😭😭😭Rip Bob collymore

[@mosessikuku7052]

Thee Jay's may u rip

[@coltunga9494]

May Bob RIP. Power to him and may God provide comfort to his family.

[@charlesgitau217]

Safaricom with all the kind of profit it makes needs to build just a one billion cancer center that would cater for common mwananchi..i think they make much they can be able to maintain that hospita. Im sorry..maoni yangu tu

[@iamthatiam3652]

charles gitau maoni legit. Especially with him having gone through it first hand.

[@hesbonbwire5477]

Hakuna dawa ya Cancer my son went to be with the Lord. This is one of the biggest scandal in the world in the name of treating Cancer.

[@samutykuntathebantu8402]

true

[@samutykuntathebantu8402]

he is dead now

[@mweusimrembo890]

@@hesbonbwire5477 sorry for your loss

[@Babygirl_S]

Honestly one of the best interviews I have watched; the message, chemistry between them. Just incredible

[@patrickmugambi1176]

Strong... Welcome back Bob... By public demand...

[@anngichuhi1232]

Optimistic,Hopeful ,Happy , Full of passion for life,work and Family .# legend # Rest well

[@shrowsmart2897]

Rest with the angels Collymore,peace and strength to your family

[@adventureseekerKe..]

I love the way Bob Collymore was so positive and humble. May his soul rest in peace. God bless him.

[@edithandisi6977]

Great man. It's so sad to see he's gone. I loved his approach towards his whole diagnosis and life

[@gracebutali6008]

Watched the 1st interview repeated today and just thought that this world isn't our home. RIP Bob

[@josephmburu6793]

Kenya has just lost one of it's economic lions. Rest in Peace Bob

[@wanjirunyambura2708]

Rip bob

[@jamesgathuita3451]

Bob, Bob, Bob you were on my mind today. May you regret your earthly stay in heavenly bliss!

[@milkahachar1794]

That courage! Am already in love with this man.I love what he said about post-diagnosis reaction....people should not be going on depression, because it is there and nothing you do will change the fact.That was so encouraging . Quick Recovery.

[@christinegakure882]

A great man. May the Lord rest his soul in eternal happiness.

[@estherwambuinjoroge7038]

I always loved how Bob rolled his eyes....love you Bob

[@johnchege7131]

Thanks for being candid Bob. I am amazed by your character. Thank you

[@kikimutugi]

U know, safaricom has a human side. I always perceived it as a mechanical system with a robot behind it. Especially when ur bundles n airtime go faster than you bought them. The other month there was a back n forth with buygoods numbers being suspended. Itslike termsans conditions is allu interact with as a Customer. But here i see a human being with human struggle but who is stronger than his challenges. Its actually inspiring. .. And oh that book.. ...Lies ive come to fall in love with? .. Ive come to learn that overcomers are readers of meaningful books. This is Inspiring.

[@mercyauma1202]

This Man is a Classic act he ensured his employees are getting treated for cancer and are covered !Respect

[@marywangechi254]

What a loss?....Bob, you have fought your battle, dance with the Angels....😢

[@cathythuo8606]

Get well soon Bob. I love how positive you are and yes you do look good for 60. God bless!

[@berylemeldabe]

Besides the seriousness of the conversation, I can't help admire the sarcasm in Bob's responses!

[@meshackdrake3762]

RIP Bob Collymore No more suffering, go dance with the Angels! We will always love you.

[@jackiemutanu7821]

Meshack Drake oooh drake he will have fun in perfect peace!! May our almighty God give Wambui peace as she mourns Bob!! I wish her and pray so much for her haki.

[@meshackdrake3762]

@@jackiemutanu7821 Amen

[@petermacharia7565]

watching this after Bob passing on. R.I.P.

[@annkimani6797]

It's so good to see you back and looking healthy!

[@karendikitchen8439]

Oooh Lord where did this monster cancer came from😢😢😢😢 we rebuke it in Jesus name. Get well sir bob

[@MadameButterfly800]

isabella evans , where did cancer came from? mostly from poor lifestyle. Too much artificial food, too much plastic too much of junk food and too much pollution . All that together with lack of physical exercise together with Vitamin D deficiency are all combustible fuel for cancer. If you can, don’t eat in plastics, stay in the countryside and avoid meat at all cost.

[@karendikitchen8439]

Hannah Smirnoff thanks n noted

[@christineakhangwa8954]

We love you Bob❤❤❤💯💯💯!!!

[@nashion026]

Everyone has cancer cells including me and you and if you provide a perfect environment for cancer cells to grow (Junk foods especially processed foods), cancer cells will manifest. Alternatively, eating plant-based foods especially fruits that have seeds (watermelon, oranges, lemons, beetroot e.tc.) we give the body enough essentials to fight cancer cells. And God said, Behold, I have given you every herb bearing seed, which is upon the face of all the earth, and every tree, in which is the fruit of a tree yielding seed; to you it shall be for meat. (Genesis 1:29). The problem we have today no one will tell you about this things. Hosea 4:6 says, "My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge; because you have rejected knowledge." Doctors know that chemotherapy spreads cancer but they wont tell you. They know that nutritional therapy has a 82% of lowering the spread of cancer cells but they wont tell you. Instead, they will subject you to chemotherapy which is another money making scheme in this century. But i wont blame them. To me, cancer is a deficiency disease. Change your diet, save your life.

[@harrisonmurbi8145]

Jesus has no power to heal

[@blessedsuccessful]

I hope the medicine will really be available for everyone going through such ...Glad you are healed

[@nashion026]

There is only one way we can lower cells and that is nutritional therapy.

[@jmkimuyu1905]

Can cancer screening be made free in this country please...

[@marthamwangangi6707]

I think it's high time the government should forget this thing aids n focus on this high killing disaster. ...early screening can make one if diagnosed be cured. .....let cancer screening machines be amadatory thing in all County clinic. .trust me we will safe many lives more at this century when cancer is on high rate. .RIP COLLY MR CEO

[@carolm4691]

Now him he wents for tests and was diagnosed with vitam d deficiency...ours is a failed state.

[@esthero789]

Does anyone know Dr. Silverstein Bob is referring to????...I have similar symptoms and would like to get extensive screening.

[@erich8787]

Get well Bob ! Keep making kenya great! We appreciate you! Praying for your good health !!🙏🏾

[@princessimmah9869]

Rest in paradise Bob😭😭😭😭 Your sense of humor was great Such a good man gone 😢😢

[@peninahwanjikumwangi4480]

We pray for your health to come back to normal in Jesus name

[@PaulOteche]

Am re-watching and I hear Bob say...''but curable....'' and am like God, wish it was cured. RIP Bob

[@franciscandunge3928]

It was diagnosed at advanced stage

[@PaulOteche]

@@franciscandunge3928 OK....too bad

[@treza2421]

Bob we love and prayed for you although. Glad God answered our prayers. May He grant you full divine healing. Blessings

[@veronicamacharia115]

Watching him laugh about the fact that he would have been an Ex-CEO by December 2018.......and now 6 months down the line from that 'December' joke....that he is indeed an Ex-CEO really drives the loss down my gut and soul....And from what he describes, he must have had a severe relapse......Rest In Internal Bliss, Bob.....You will be truly missed........Still unbelievable

[@puritywangari1336]

This is the saddest thing av ever experienced, I feel like I know bob in person. He was truly a good man

[@gloriawafula3807]

Just listen to his keen words. So sad to lose such a leader, mentor and composed man

[@bridgyttekellessy99]

Everything is possible in Christ...Jesus can heal anything

[@faithmwangi8162]

You were a great man; a great thinker indeed; you were special; a unique personality; many will remember you for a long time; your legacy has a permanent place in this great nation - Kenya. Rest in Peace Bob, Rest in Power.

[@nimuyreemu3723]

My gooood God!! This guy's got the most pleasant attitude.He realises that he has no time to feel sorry for himself....and he is totally selfless..to be sitting there suffering from cancer and speak about the Safaricom company...My dear God!!! My God heal him.And so that people may see His attitude...and learn from him.. You ain't done yet Sir,please give me your attitude

[@liliannehaddassah6362]

Elizabeth Wairimu p

[@wambui4590]

Amen

[@dikoenterprises9849]

We don’t think much when we are told time is short , but when something like this happens it puts it into perspective. Let’s use the time allotted to us wisely, we never know when it runs out. RIP Bob- you completed your journey with dignity ...

[@rebeccaachieng2915]

So bold and Joyous man Bob you were so positive that you Were going to Survive this Worse Nightmare of a Cancer, it surely hurts😭😭😭😭😭 My Heartfelt condolences to the family. RIP Bob Collymore🙏🙏

[@lucycoleman.M]

Unbelievably painful reality of this great guy's demise. RIP General Collymore..

[@asasas625]

I really admire the connection between bob and jef am just here to listen to his sweet voice you will truly be missed bob rip

[@puritymwendwah165]

Power of money ...if it's a poor person angekufa kama hajajua ni ugonjwa gani

[@davidlubanga5527]

And it would be 'God's will'. LOL!

[@modesterongachi]

Juu hawaendagi check up. 'self-diagnosis' is what kills them!

[@hellenmuthoni3627]

Purity Mwendwah is 1

[@kap849]

Aseka Ongachi painfully true but also for someone living from hand to mouth, I highly doubt that their priority would be a medical check up.

[@emmahemmah4505]

yes power of money and he worked hard for it and God was in graceful

[@julietmoraa5106]

Amazing soul! May God watch over you! Rest well!

[@janeviveishilingi8514]

Who else feels that he narrated his death...and thats what is happening ...ex CEO, after death quick burial ooh no😭😭😭😭

[@unanisumbua5698]

...& by the way,... Thankyou Sir for coming forward & openly talk about it publicly... Every bit of information goes a long way...you just may never know.

[@knowledgeawakening4328]

Too shocking to handle...But this world is not our home...i believe he's now OK with no pain... Rip.

[@iqlas8093]

rest in peace boss.

[@royalty908]

When he said "when the doctor said It don't be long untill you..." It was very painfull for him to say it

[@mytestimony1640]

We have to hope beyond all hope... You has such a positive attitude, may you rest in peace.

[@kadzo6614]

Awuor

[@castonemwaniki5355]

I just feel hurt as I listen to this Great man speaking, fare thee Well Bob, May your soul rest in peace😭😭😭

[@kelvinwanjohi7572]

Humility, worth emulating. Big man, alot of respect from me.

[@victorkigen5005]

We all need to go for check ups this is sad cancer can be controlled at early stages.

[@elias-rn6mx]

Victor Kigen unfortunately ...you can miss it even with daily tests.cancer is just baaad!

[@yvonnew2688]

Pesa ni sabuni ya roho. Maskini akiskia akona cancer anaisha tu hivyo ju anajua tu hiyo ni unaffordable.

[@emmaculategithara]

I watched this interview live several months ago. Iam still watching it... I can't imagine you are gone... A great leader you were. Your legacy lives on.

[@jamesowuor8804]

Welcome back Bob.. praying for your full recovery

[@nestacyber4615]

its so sad, but God give us your grace

[@nicksonbokello3580]

You work hard day and night so that yo may retire in peace,but at retirement illness come and rob you all you worked for. Life is sometimes unfair.

[@ruwaidhanyakado2288]

It is what it is man

[@gaudiekerubo]

Why am I crying literally 😭😭😭😭😭 Rest in Eternal Peace Bob!!!!

[@enaicca]

An awesome gentleman. RIP Bob Collymore. Truly when God wants the best by his side, he will make a reason to make them leave. God bless your family.

[@buddyholland1427]

NOW THEY CAN BUILD A MODERN HOSPITAL IN KENYA WITH FOREIGN AID.

[@MadameButterfly800]

buddy holland, Morden or old, what Kenya needs is affordable healthcare system for everyone. Kenya seriously needs to look into how to care for her citizens. It’s not the condition of building, it’s the care the patients receive. What’s the point of having modern glassy glamorous building but can’t save lives? All hospitals in UK are Victorian era meaning they were built in 19th century but those hospitals save lives. The cancer survival rate is in UK is 98% for Breast and prostrate cancer. Nothing to do with the building.

[@kihiuwanjira6921]

OMG!!! RIP Bob, the nation has lost greatly...

[@straightkonect1613]

Rip bro.1 lov

[@meruti6562]

Loved the interview and the camaraderie! Made it interesting in spite of the deep/difficult topic. Definitely highlights the issues that need to be dealt with in our health sector/community. Get well Bob Collymore.

[@wanjikuthiongo9550]

so strong and a fighter, quick recovery Bob.

[@benjaminwamono852]

RIP BOB... GREAT MIND

[@mercy_cherono]

Rest in peace bob.. my condolences to your family..

[@veronicagituma8892]

Get quick recovery, and pls let that sickness to be eye openner to our big company bosses and see how the fund can be mobilized to build a cancer center research and hospital in our country. Its needed more than yesterday. God heal you and others because he is the Dr of Drs

[@RoseNyakwaka]

Get well soon Bob Collymore!

[@TheKEprince]

Sorry man...hope you get best of health.

[@kennethkipchumba2532]

"Trust in the science, because science really does work" ~ Bob Collymore

[@pesgoro3551]

God my friend his the one who guides the doctors hand

[@kennethkipchumba2532]

@@pesgoro3551 That is according to your personal delusion.

[@samsonmutekwa7011]

@@kennethkipchumba2532 he didn't say he trusts in science he actually just quoted what collymore said

[@aidena.7677]

We thank God you have been back on your feet. May the grace of God grant you more wisdom and the ability follow up with your treatment. Shalom!!!

[@eternalbraidingstyles2783]

You are healed in Jesus name

[@elistirmwirigintorungu49]

Today has gone pliz oh God.

[@japhethmkutano8180]

He sent word of healing and he healed Amen