{
  "id": 17930663,
  "title": "Uhuru remembers late Justice(Rtd) Paul Kihara as a Dedicated Public Servant",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/03/uhuru-remembers-late-justice-rtd-paul-kihara-as-a-dedicated-public",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-03T07:39:42.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Capital FM Kenya",
    "slug": "capital-fm-kenya",
    "url": "https://capitalfm.africa/uhuru-remembers-late-justicertd-paul-kihara-as-a-dedicated-public-servant/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Nairobi, Kenya - Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has joined other national leaders in mourning the passing of former Attorney General and former President of the Court of Appeal, Paul Kihara Kariuki. The former Head of State described Kihara as a distinguished jurist and a committed public servant whose career left a significant impact on Kenya's judicial and public institutions. In a condolence statement released through the Office of the 4th President of Kenya, Kenyatta expressed his condolences to Kihara's family, close associates, and well-wishers. Kenyatta commended Kihara's distinguished career, particularly his leadership in the judiciary and his service as Attorney General from 2018 to 2022. Prior to his role in the Executive, Kihara served as President of the Court of Appeal, where he played a crucial part in the administration of justice and the growth of Kenya's judicial institutions. Kenyatta's tribute echoes the sentiments of other leaders, including President William Ruto, who earlier mourned Kihara, acknowledging his substantial contribution to strengthening Kenya's legal and judicial frameworks. Chief Justice Martha Koome also honored the retired judge, emphasizing his role in judicial reforms and his commitment to professional growth through the Judiciary Training Institute, where he served as the founding Director. Kenyatta prayed for peace, strength, and solace for Kihara's family as they grapple with their loss. The tribute from the nation's former leader comes as the legal community and the judiciary contemplate Kihara's years of service in prominent public roles.",
  "summary": "Uhuru conveyed his sympathies to Kihara’s family, friends and well-wishers following his death.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "People Daily Kenya",
        "title": "Paul Kihara Kariuki: Biography, education, wife, children, career, religion, and death",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/03/paul-kihara-kariuki-biography-education-wife-children-career-religion",
        "published": "2026-11-03T06:56:01.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}