John Khaminwa
John Khaminwa | |
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| Born | June 10, 1936 Umira Kager, Kenya |
| Citizenship | Kenya |
| Occupation | Lawyer |
| Years active | 1973-present |
John Khaminwa (born June 10, 1936) is Kenyan veteran lawyer.[1][2]
Early life and education
[edit]Khaminwa was born on June 10, 1936 in Umira Kager, western Kenya. He is an alumnus of the University of Dar es Salaam, where he graduated with a bachelor's degree in Law. He also acquired an external Law degree at The University of London. Khaminwa earned his Masters of Law in International Law from New York University School of Law.[3]
Career
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Khaminwa started practicing law in 1973 and has won several cases throughout his career and featured in very high-profile cases in the corridors of justice. He has represented notable politicians such as Raila Odinga, the late Kenneth Matiba and George Anyona during the fight against dictatorship in Kenya.[4]
Personal life
[edit]Khaminwa was married to Joyce Nuku Khaminwa, and they had four children: Arthur, Albert, Anne, and Anjela.[5]
References
[edit]- ^ "John Khaminwa: My 53 years as a lawyer and why I don't own a smartphone". Nation. 2023-09-25. Retrieved 2025-01-02.
- ^ "Law keeps me company, otherwise life would be lonely - Veteran lawyer Khamiwa". Citizen Digital. 2023-09-25. Retrieved 2025-01-02.
- ^ Owino, Michael (2024-08-29). "John Khaminwa Profile: Education, Age & Legal Career". Retrieved 2025-01-02.
- ^ "John Khaminwa Biography: The Lawyer Who Won't Stop - whownskenya". 2021-07-02. Retrieved 2025-01-02.
- ^ "John Khaminwa Biography: Age, Wife, Family, Parents, Career, Net Worth, Cases And Controversies". 2024-05-08. Retrieved 2025-01-02.
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