Son of Former Minister Dies of Kidney Failure
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Henry Waireri, son of former Cabinet Minister and billionaire Njenga Karume, has died at 64 after suffering kidney failure.
Waireri’s death was confirmed by family members, who said he had been receiving regular dialysis treatment before his death.
Waireri’s family and friends have been gathering at the Runda home of his eldest sister, Dr Wanjiku Kahiu, to offer their condolences.
Speaking on behalf of the family, James Kahiu, Dr Kahiu’s husband, said Waireri had been undergoing dialysis and had shown gradual improvement despite experiencing low blood pressure.
Henry Waireri Date Of Burial
He is expected to be laid to rest next Friday at Cianda Farm, the family’s property in Kiambaa, Kiambu County, according to the burial arrangements provided by the family.
Before his demise, he served as a trustee of the Njenga Karume family estate and also helped to oversee matters that are of the family’s interest.
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His father, Njenga Karume, was a prominent businessman and politician who served as a Member of Parliament for Kiambaa for several years and also held the cabinet position of Defence Minister during Kibaki’s tenure.
He died on February 24, 2012, aged 83, after battling prostate cancer; he was then buried at his Cianda home in Kiambu County on March 3, 2012.
His Father’s Death
Following his death, a board of trustees took charge of managing his business interests and estate.
The family has maintained commercial interests across several sectors, including real estate, hospitality, transport and agriculture.
Meanwhile, Waireri’s longtime friend, Nahashon Muchina, also paid tribute to him, recalling that their friendship began when they were Form Two students at Lenana School.
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Muchina said their friendship continued long after they left school, with the two maintaining contact through business dealings and social gatherings.
Family members and friends continue to gather to mourn Waireri as they prepare for his burial.
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The late Njenga Karume, father of Henry. PHOTO/Courtesy.