NAIROBI, Kenya– Parliament is mourning the loss of Nominated Member of Parliament Denar Joseph Hamisi, who passed away early Saturday morning, marking a somber moment for the country’s legislative community.
His death, confirmed at around 7:00 am on December 6, 2025, drew an immediate outpouring of condolences from the National Assembly leadership. The cause of death was not disclosed.
A Legislator Remembered for Humility and Steadfast Service
Speaker of the National Assembly Moses Wetang’ula described Hamisi’s passing as a profound loss, noting that his calm presence and consistent dedication to public service had made him widely respected across the political aisle.
Hamisi, nominated by the Amani National Congress (ANC) after the 2022 General Election, served on the Departmental Committee on Sports and Culture as well as the Select Committee on National Cohesion and Equal Opportunities—two committees that shaped his footprint in county politics and national unity.
In his official communication, Wetang’ula highlighted Hamisi’s grounded leadership style and the impact he had on colleagues, staff, and communities who interacted with him.
National Assembly Sets Up Team for Burial Arrangements
Wetang’ula announced the formation of a team of legislators led by Deputy Leader of the Majority Owen Baya to support Hamisi’s family in planning a dignified send-off.
This coordination effort, he said, reflects Parliament’s tradition of standing with families of members who have served the nation.
He added that the National Assembly would continue to honor Hamisi’s contributions, emphasizing that the late MP’s humility and sense of duty had left “a mark both in Parliament and within the wider national community.”
A Career Built Across Kenya’s Public and Private Institutions
Born in 1969 in Kinango, Hamisi’s path through education and public life traced a steady, upward trajectory. He attended Mombasa Baptist High School before pursuing higher education across several institutions, earning a Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management from the United States International University (USIU) in 2000.
Two years later, he completed a Master of International Business Administration, and in 2006, he added a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Nairobi—credentials that powered his work in both governance and corporate leadership.
Before stepping into Parliament, Hamisi held multiple high-level roles, including Director at the Coast Development Authority, Commissioner at the Electoral Commission of Kenya, and Director positions at the Kenya Airports Authority and the Kenya National Accreditation Services.
He also served as a Council Member at both the University of Nairobi and Moi University, contributing to the country’s educational and regulatory frameworks.
A Legacy That Echoes Beyond Parliament
Hamisi’s journey—from Kinango to the National Assembly—reflected a life shaped by diligence, opportunity, and a deep commitment to national development.
His passing closes a chapter of service that touched institutions across Kenya, but the impact of his leadership will continue to resonate in the spaces where he helped steer policy, oversight, and national cohesion.
Parliament, now united in grief, moves forward preparing to honor a man whose quiet dedication left a lasting imprint on Kenya’s public life.
