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Jackson Karua

Also known as: Mwalimu Jackson Karua · late Mwalimu Jackson Karua

Teacher and father of PLP leader Martha Karua; died in September 2026 at his home in Kirinyaga County.

2026-09-272026-10-04

In coverage

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  1. October 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    … ells Kenyans over Ruto reelection By Gatete Njoroge October 03, 2026 08:50 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Former President Uhuru Kenyatta speaks during the funeral service of the late Mwalimu Jackson Karua …

    'Don't repeat the same mistake', Uhuru tells Kenyans over Ruto reelection
  3. Capital News

    … Speaking on Saturday during the burial of Mwalimu Jackson Karua, father of People’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua, in Gichugu, Kirinyaga County, Kenyatta said he was unfazed by the criticism, arguing that he had already served his time as President. …

    Uhuru hits back at Ruto over attacks, political criticism
  4. Capital News

    NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 3 – PLP leader Martha Karua has recalled advice she says she received from her late father Mwalimu Jackson Karua on navigating political alliances. …

    Karua Recalls ‘Baba’s’ Advice on Political Alliances
  5. Capital News

    … The leaders are among mourners who gathered to condole with Karua and her family and pay tribute to her late father Mwalimu Jackson Karua. …

    Uhuru, Sifuna Join Opposition Leaders at Karua’s Father’s Funeral
  6. Citizen Digital

    … The calls were made during the funeral of Mwalimu Jackson Karua, the father of People’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua, at Kathande in Gichugu Constituency. …

    Uhuru, Njeri Maina call for one opposition candidate against Ruto in 2027
  7. The Standard

    … Speaking during the burial of Mwalimu Jackson Karua, father of People’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua, Kirinyaga Women Representative Njeri Maina said the leaders should face off and fight it out if necessary, but leave the room united behind one candidate to take on …

    Fight if you must, then rally behind one candidate, Njeri tells opposition
  8. Citizen Digital

    WATCH LIVE: Requiem Mass for Mwalimu Jackson Karua, Martha Karua’s father, at All Saints Cathedral By Citizen Reporter October 01, 2026 03:40 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize

    Requiem Mass for Mwalimu Jackson Karua, Martha Karua’s father, at All Saints Cathedral
  9. September 2026
  10. Citizen Digital

    … By Terry Karanja September 28, 2026 10:08 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize President William Ruto has passed his condolences to the Karuas’ family after the passing of Mwalimu Jackson Karua …

    Ruto, Uhuru, Kalonzo and other leaders mourn Martha Karua's father
  11. Capital News

    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. …

    Uhuru mourns Karua’s father, hails his legacy of principled leadership
  12. Citizen Digital

    Matha Karua announces death of father Jackson Karua By Moses Kinyanjui September 27, 2026 09:25 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter PLP party leader Martha Karua speaks during the funeral service of the late co …

    Matha Karua announces death of father Jackson Karua

Yesterday

  1. Uhuru warns Kenyans against re-electing Ruto in 2027

    Former President Uhuru Kenyatta told Mount Kenya voters not to repeat their 2022 mistake by re-electing President William Ruto in 2027, reminding them that ignoring his advice previously cost them what he described as good leadership.

    14 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  2. Uhuru responds to Ruto criticism ahead of 2027 election

    Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta has hit back at President William Ruto over sustained criticism, accusing him of double-speak and attacking political opponents while calling for restraint. Kenyatta's remarks come amid an escalating political exchange between him and Ruto ahead of the 2027 General Election, with Ruto accusing his predecessor of sponsoring opposition politicians.

    18 hours ago · Capital News →

  3. Karua recalls father's counsel on political alliances and trust

    PLP leader Martha Karua has recalled advice from her late father, Mwalimu Jackson Karua, who cautioned her that not everyone who makes her laugh should be considered a friend in politics. She urged opposition actors to reflect on this counsel as they navigate alliances ahead of the 2027 General Election and reminded male politicians that women are also part of Kenya's political contest.

    18 hours ago · Capital News →

  4. Opposition leaders attend Martha Karua's father's funeral

    Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka, and Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna joined other opposition leaders at the funeral service of Martha Karua's father, Mwalimu Jackson Karua, in Kirinyaga County. The late Mwalimu Jackson was remembered as a teacher, disciplinarian, and principled family man.

    21 hours ago · Capital News →

  5. Uhuru and Njeri Maina urge opposition unity for 2027 election

    Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta and Kirinyaga Woman Representative Njeri Maina called on opposition leaders to unite behind a single presidential candidate to challenge President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election, with Maina urging them to set aside differences at the funeral of Martha Karua's father.

    3 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  6. Opposition urged to unite behind single 2027 presidential candidate

    Kirinyaga Women Representative Njeri Maina has urged opposition leaders vying for the presidency to settle their differences and agree on a single candidate to challenge President William Ruto in 2027, saying they should compete internally if necessary but present a united front to voters.

    3 October 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 1 October

  1. Requiem Mass held for Martha Karua's father at cathedral

    A requiem mass was held for Mwalimu Jackson Karua, the father of politician Martha Karua, at All Saints Cathedral.

    1 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 28 September

  1. Ruto, Uhuru, Kalonzo mourn death of Martha Karua's father

    President William Ruto, former President Uhuru Kenyatta, and Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka have sent condolences to Martha Karua and her family following the death of her father, Mwalimu Jackson Karua, who died on Sunday at his home in Kirinyaga County. The leaders praised Mwalimu Karua's life of service and dedication to teaching and education.

    28 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Uhuru Kenyatta mourns death of Martha Karua's father

    Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has extended condolences to former Justice Minister Martha Karua following the death of her father, Mwalimu Jackson Karua, describing him as a man marked by principled leadership, dedication to education, and strong character.

    28 September 2026 · Capital News →

Sunday 27 September

  1. PLP leader Martha Karua announces death of father Jackson Karua

    People's Liberation Party leader Martha Karua announced the death of her father Jackson Karua, saying he passed away shortly after she visited him at his home in Kirinyaga County. She described him as a principled man and longtime supporter of her career and public service.

    27 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

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