In the quiet corridors of Kenya’s agricultural research institutions and the vibrant smallholder farms, the name Dr Lusike Wasilwa carried weight, wisdom, and warmth. Her passing on September 20, 2025 marked the end of an era—but her legacy continues to bloom across the farming fields she so passionately nurtured.
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