Former President Uhuru Kenyatta on Saturday attended the funeral service of Mwalimu Jackson Karua at Mugumo Primary School in Gichugu, Kirinyaga County. During his eulogy, Kenyatta described Mwalimu Jackson as a man of deep faith whose life was defined by service, family, and values that extended beyond his immediate community. He conveyed his condolences to the family and acknowledged the pain that comes with losing a parent.
Kenyatta urged Kenyans to put aside their differences and work towards unity, saying that ultimately, it is the people who will decide who should lead the country. He emphasized that his only wish is for Kenya to move forward as a united nation, with no other agenda. The event brought together leaders from across the country, including former Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka and former Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i.
Mwalimu Jackson was remembered as a fair, firm, and disciplined man whose straightforward character and strong values were reflected in the lives of his children and those he taught. His faith offered hope to the family even in grief, and his belief in God was reflected in the testimony shared during the funeral service. The funeral service was attended by members of the extended Karua family, friends, and mourners.
Kenyatta expressed deep sorrow following the death of 17 Catholic pilgrims from St Mathias Mulumba Parish in Mikindani, Mombasa, who died in a road accident while traveling to Subukia for the National Prayer Day. He extended his condolences to the bereaved families, relatives, friends, fellow parishioners, and the wider Catholic community in Mombasa and across the country.
The pilgrims were traveling to Subukia for the National Prayer Day when the accident occurred at Salama along the Nairobi–Mombasa Highway. Kenyatta prayed that God grants the families strength and comfort as they mourn their loved ones and that He grants eternal rest to the departed. He also wished those who were injured and receiving medical attention a speedy recovery.
Martha Karua, the People’s Liberation Party leader, and Mama Josephine Karua were among those who celebrated the life of Mwalimu Jackson. Siaya Governor James Orengo and Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna were also in attendance, showing respect for the late Mwalimu Jackson. The gathering was a testament to the impact Mwalimu Jackson had on his community and beyond.
In his message, Kenyatta urged the family to draw strength and comfort from Mwalimu Jackson’s enduring faith in God. He emphasized that losing a father is never easy and that it is a painful experience, particularly for those closest to him. The event concluded with a reflection on the life and legacy of Mwalimu Jackson Karua.
Key points
- Former President Uhuru Kenyatta attended the funeral of Mwalimu Jackson Karua, urging Kenyans to unite.
- Kenyatta also expressed condolences to the families of 17 Catholic pilgrims who died in a road accident in Mombasa.
- Mwalimu Jackson was remembered as a man of deep faith, service, and strong values.
