This archive report was first published on 29 August 2021.
Prof. Richard Musangi, a renowned educationist and scholar, has passed away, leaving behind a legacy as a prominent academia, accomplished administrator, and passionate patriot.
According to reports, Prof. Musangi died on Friday, August 27, 2021, leaving behind a family that includes his children and grandchildren.
His passing has been met with shock and sadness from the academic community, with many paying tribute to his contributions to education and his role as the University of Kabianga Chancellor.
Bungoma Senator Moses Wetangula, in a message of comfort, described Prof. Musangi as a 'doyen of academia, an accomplished administrator and a passionate patriot.' He added that he had lost a great advisor.
Senator Wetangula's message was echoed by Amani National Congress party leader Musalia Mudavadi, who condoled with the Prof. Musangi family and described him as a 'renowned educationist, scholar, and accomplished administrator.'
Prof. Musangi's career spanned several institutions, including Makerere University and the University of Nairobi, where he rose to the position of Deputy Vice-Chancellor. He was also the first Vice-Chancellor of Egerton University.
