Saturday 4th January, 2025
STATEMENT ON THE PASSING ON OF ROSELINE ODEDE, HSC, CHAIRPERSON OF THE KENYA NATIONAL COMMISSION ON HUMAN RIGHTS (KNCHR).
It is with shock and deep sorrow that I inform you of the demise of Roseline Odhiambo Odede, HSC, Chairperson of the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights, that happened yesterday, Friday 3rd January, 2025 after a short illness.
Her untimely death is a big blow to the Commission and Nation at large. As a Commission we had the privilege of serving with Roseline Odede as the Chairperson at the helm of the KNCHR’s leadership.
During this period of mourning, we send our message of condolences and heartfelt sympathies to the family, friends and all those who knew Roseline. May the memories of her exceptional service bring comfort and strength in this difficult time.
Dr. Raymond Nyeris,
PhD Vice Chairperson,
Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR).