Daniel Karaba: A couple died in an accident while returning from the funeral of a former senator

A couple tragically died in an accident while returning from the funeral of former senator Daniel Karaba in Kirinyaga
Witnesses described how the collision happened on the busy Mwea-Embu road as residents expressed concern about road safety
The family of the couple expressed their grief following the tragedy as residents increasingly raised fears about road safety

Kirinyaga: Difathas village in Mwea Mashariki sub-county has been engulfed in mourning after a couple lost their lives while returning from the funeral of their relative, former senator Daniel Karaba.

The couple died while returning from the funeral of former senator Daniel Karaba in Kirinyaga. Photo: Uhuru Kenyatta.
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Michael Mbugua Karaba, 52, and his wife Felister Mbugua, 48, died in a tragic accident along the Mwea-Embu Highway on Wednesday night, April 1, while traveling to their Murindiko home.

Michael Mbugua Karaba, aged 52, and his wife Felister Mbugua, aged 48, died in a fatal accident on the Mwea-Embu road on Wednesday night, April 1, while they were traveling to their home in Murindiko.

How did the Kirinyaga couple die?

According to the report Citizen TVwitnesses reported that the couple was riding a motorcycle when a car trying to pass a truck hit them.

The car involved in the accident was carrying five adults and two children and was reportedly on its way to Nairobi from Meru after attending another funeral.

“The collision threw Felister off the road, while Michael remained stuck under the motorcycle. Both died on the spot,” witnesses claimed.

The family of the couple expressed their grief after identifying the bodies.

“It’s a double tragedy. We just buried Karaba, and now we’re mourning two other people. It’s too much,” said Martin Mwaura, a family member.

One resident, Joseph Mwangi, expressed concern about the increase in accidents on the road.

He narrated an incident where a schoolboy was killed and urged the authorities to take necessary measures to reduce the rate of road accidents.

The car and the motorcycle were towed to the Wanguru Police Station while the investigation continues.

When did Daniel Karaba die?

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Meanwhile, Karaba died on March 23 at the age of 78.

Several leaders hailed him as a respected politician who dedicated his life to serve the nation in various sectors, including education.

He built a solid legacy as a teacher and principal. He served as the chairman of the Kenya Secondary School Principals Association, then became the Member of Parliament for Kirinyaga Central for two terms and later a senator.

His funeral was attended by several politicians, including the retired president Uhuru Kenyatta and former attorney general Justin Muturi.

“Today in Kirinyaga, we walked with the family of former senator Daniel Karaba in one of the most difficult times in life, burying a man whose warmth, humility, and quiet strength made him easily loved and unforgettable. He had a way of bringing people together, not by force, but by his character. Even in his last journey, that spirit of unity was evident,” said Muturi.