NAIROBI, Kenya – In a heart-wrenching announcement, Chief Justice Martha Koome conveyed the profound sorrow engulfing the Judiciary and the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) following the sudden demise of Justice David Majanja, Judge of the High Court of Kenya and a pivotal Commissioner of the JSC.
“We are all heartbroken,” expressed Chief Justice Koome, encapsulating the collective grief felt across the legal fraternity.
“Our heartfelt condolences go out to his family, friends, colleagues, and the entire Judiciary and JSC fraternity during this time of deep sorrow and sadness.”
Justice Majanja, a towering figure in Kenya’s post-2010 jurisprudence, leaves behind an indelible legacy marked by his unwavering commitment to justice and significant contributions to the Judiciary’s transformative journey.
His role in the institution-building of the JSC and the Judiciary has been lauded as foundational, setting high standards for legal practice and judicial conduct.
“Justice Majanja will be remembered as a crucial pillar in the institution-building of the JSC and the Judiciary,” Chief Justice Koome noted, underscoring his pivotal role in shaping Kenya’s legal landscape.
The sudden loss of Justice Majanja has cast a pall of sorrow over the Judiciary, prompting calls for sensitivity and compassion as the community grapples with this tragic event.
“We stand in solidarity with the family, friends, and the entire Judiciary and JSC community during this very difficult period of mourning,” said Chief Justice Koome.
Justice Majanja’s passing not only signifies the loss of a legal luminary but also a mentor, a friend, and a stalwart advocate for justice.
As the nation mourns, the Judiciary and JSC family calls for collective empathy, urging the public to join in sharing their grief and honoring the legacy of a judge who dedicated his life to the pursuit of justice.
