David Njuguna Kiaraho, the Member of Parliament for Ol Kalou, has died while receiving treatment at The Nairobi Hospital.
His death occurred on Sunday, March 29, 2026, bringing to an end a political career that spanned over a decade in Kenya’s legislative assembly.
Parliamentary Career
Kiaraho had represented Ol Kalou constituency since 2013 and was serving his third consecutive term in the National Assembly of Kenya at the time of his death.
During the 13th Parliament, he was a member of the Departmental Committee on Transport and Infrastructure, as well as the Procedure and House Rules Committee roles that placed him at the center of legislative oversight and parliamentary governance.
Professional Background
Beyond politics, Kiaraho was a trained architect with an extensive career in the private sector. He served as Principal Architect at Archgrid Systems, where he contributed to various projects over the years, balancing his professional expertise with public service.
Funeral Arrangements
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula formally announced the legislator’s passing and outlined initial steps toward funeral preparations.
A parliamentary committee has been constituted to coordinate arrangements in collaboration with the family. The team will be led by Kwenya Thuku, with Faith Gitau serving as co-lead, alongside seven additional members.
National Reflection
Kiaraho’s death marks a significant loss to Nyandarua County and the broader parliamentary community. Colleagues have begun paying tribute to his legislative contributions and commitment to public service.
Further details regarding memorial services and burial arrangements are expected to be communicated in the coming days.
