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June 13, 2026
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Tributes Pour In for Former Politician and Business Leader H.M. ole Lempaka

Tributes Pour In for Former Politician and Business Leader H.M. ole Lempaka

His contribution to Kenya's democratic journey was also highlighted, particularly his role in the push for multiparty democracy during the 1990s. He worked alongside opposition leaders including Kenneth Matiba and Martin Shikuku and served as the National Treasurer of FORD-Asili ..

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Tributes are pouring in for the late H.M. ole Lempaka, a veteran Kenyan politician, businessman, and former public administrator, celebrated for his courageous leadership across politics, business, and governance.

  • H.M. ole Lempaka was a pioneering Maa scholar and one of the most accomplished leaders from the Maasai community.
  • He held significant roles as District Commissioner and Managing Director of the National Irrigation Board, and was an early indigenous owner of a commercial bank.
  • Lempaka was a key figure in the push for multiparty democracy in the 1990s, serving as National Treasurer of FORD-Asili.

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