Dr. Joseph Barrage Wanjui, former Chancellor of the University of Nairobi (UoN) and a prominent businessman, has died, aged 87.
“Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure, you are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure,” his family wrote.Dr Wanjui died at his home after a long illness.
UoN Vice Chancellor Prof. Stephen Kiama condoling with the university fraternity, described Dr. Wanjui as a dedicated individual whose contributions have left a lasting impact on the institution, as well as the broader education and corporate sectors.
"The University of Nairobi community mourns Dr. Wanjui's passing and remembers him with profound respect and admiration. He was a remarkable leader who devoted his life to public service," Prof. Kiama stated.
The College of Nairobi people group grieves Dr. Wanjui's passing and recalls that him with significant regard and esteem. He was a momentous pioneer who committed his life to public assistance," Prof. Kiama expressed.
Selected as the principal non military personnel Chancellor in 2003 by the late previous President Mwai Kibaki, Dr. Wanjui was granted a Privileged Specialist of Science certificate by the College in 2004 in acknowledgment of his critical commitments to business and modern turn of events.