Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has announced the death of former Senator Daniel Karaba, describing him as a distinguished leader whose life was marked by service, humility, and dedication to education.
In a statement issued on Monday, Waiguru led the county and the nation in mourning Karaba, paying tribute to his legacy in both education and politics.
“We have lost a distinguished son of Kirinyaga, Hon. Daniel Karaba, whose life was defined by service, humility, and a deep commitment to education and leadership,” Waiguru said.
The governor extended her condolences to the bereaved family and all those whose lives were touched by the late leader.
“I join the people of Kirinyaga and the nation in mourning his loss, and extend my heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and all those he impacted. May his soul rest in eternal peace,” she added.
Before venturing into politics, Karaba built a strong foundation in the education sector. He began his career as a teacher and rose through the ranks to become a school principal and respected education leader.
“Mwalimu Karaba built a remarkable career as a teacher, principal, and education leader before serving as a two-term Member of Parliament for Kirinyaga Central and later as Senator,” Waiguru noted.
Karaba left his teaching position at Highway Secondary School in 2002 to pursue politics. In 2003, he was elected Member of Parliament for Kirinyaga Central, serving two terms.
In 2013, he made history as the first Senator of Kirinyaga County following the introduction of the devolved system of government. However, he lost the seat in the 2017 General Election to Charles Kibiru.
Leaders across the country are expected to continue sending tributes as Kenyans remember Karaba’s contributions to public service and education.
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