Uhuru mourns Karua’s father, hails his legacy of principled leadership

NAIROBI, Kenya, Sep 28 – Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has condoled with former Justice Minister Martha Karua and her family following the death of her father, Mwalimu Jackson Karua. In a message issued on Monday, Kenyatta described Jackson Karua as a man whose life was marked by principled leadership, dedication to education, strong character and love for his family. “I extend my heartfelt condolences to Hon.

Martha Karua and the entire Karua family following the passing of her beloved father, Mwalimu Jackson Karua,” Kenyatta said. The former President said Karua’s values, wisdom and guidance had left an enduring legacy through his children, grandchildren and others whose lives he touched. Kenyatta also expressed his hope that the family would find strength and comfort in the memories they shared with their patriarch and in the legacy he leaves behind.

“At this difficult time, my thoughts and prayer is that the Karua family finds strength, comfort and peace in the memories they shared with him and in the enduring legacy he leaves behind,” he said. He concluded his message by wishing Mzee Karua eternal rest. “May Mzee’s soul rest in eternal peace,” Kenyatta said.

The condolence message was issued on September 28, 2026, through the Office of the 4th President of Kenya. NAIROBI, Kenya, Sep 28 – President William Ruto has mourned the death of Mwalimu Jackson Karua, the father of People’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua. In a condolence message, Ruto expressed deep sorrow over the death of the veteran teacher, describing him as a dedicated educator who devoted his life to teaching and public service.

The President said Karua had touched generations through his work, leaving a lasting impact on the lives of those he taught and served. “We join Martha, the Karua family, relatives and friends in mourning this loss and honouring a life of service,” Ruto said. He extended his condolences to the bereaved family, wishing them strength and comfort during the difficult period.

“May God grant them strength and comfort, and may the soul of Mwalimu Jackson Karua rest in eternal peace,” he added. Karua’s death marks a loss for the Karua family, with the President joining relatives and friends in paying tribute to his life and contribution to education. Ruto’s message comes as condolences continue to be extended to Martha Karua and her family following the loss.