People’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua poses for a photo with guests who had gone to condole with her family following the death of her father, Mwalimu Jackson Karua/HANDOUTPeople’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua has said the outpouring of support from political leaders and Kenyans following the death of her father has reminded her of the importance of unity despite political and personal differences.
Karua made the remarks after receiving several political leaders and friends who visited her family to condole with them following the death of her father, Mwalimu Jackson Karua.
Sharing a photograph of herself with former Education Minister Prof Sam Ongeri and DCP leaders, Karua expressed gratitude for the solidarity shown to her family during the period of mourning.
“The past few days have brought people from many different political and personal journeys through our doors,” Karua said.
“Their presence has reminded me that beneath our differences, we remain one people and one nation.”
The PLP leader said the show of solidarity during a difficult moment demonstrated that Kenyans could find common ground despite their differences.
“If we can stand together in moments of grief, we can also find common ground in building the Kenya we all want to see, a country united by purpose, not divided by difference,” she said.
Others who have visited Karua are former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s widow, Ida Odinga, who was accompanied by her daughters Rosemary and Winnie, Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris, PNU leader Peter Munya and leaders of the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), led by Nyandarua Senator John Methu.
Karua thanked those who had visited and supported her family following the death of her father.
“I am deeply grateful for the solidarity and kindness shown to my family,” she said.
Former Education Minister Prof Sam Ongeri embraces People’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua/HANDOUTThe PLP leader said the family had sung his favourite gospel hymn during the visit, unaware that it would be their final song together.
The death has drawn messages of condolence from across Kenya's political divide, with leaders from both the government and opposition mourning the veteran teacher.
President William Ruto conveyed his condolences to the Karua family following Mwalimu Karua's death.
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta also sent a message of condolence, describing the late Mwalimu Karua as a man known for principled leadership, dedication to education, strong character and deep love for his family.
Wiper Patriotic Front Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka also condoled with Karua and her family, urging her to remain strong during the difficult period.
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua also sent his condolences.
The visits have brought together politicians who occupy different positions in Kenya's political landscape, providing a rare display of solidarity around Karua's family at a time of mourning.
