Renowned Human Rights Lawyer Pheroze Nowrojee Dies

Pheroze Nowrojee was good law

The late Senior Counsel Pheroze Nowrojee was a force of good and a fine gentleman. He was a consummate lawyer, a role model, teacher and mentor to many lawyers who populate the courtrooms today. His contribution to jurisprudence, integrity, commitment, and sacrifices to democracy, constitutionalism and the rule of law will remain an indelible mark […]

A passionate fighter for a fairer world bows outBangladeshi lawyer Sigma Huda passed away recently, at a time when her voice is sorely needed

Bangladeshi lawyer Sigma Huda passed away recently, at a time when her voice is sorely needed By Mandira Nayar / Sapan News The passing of Sigma Huda leaves a huge void in our hearts as well as in her country Bangladesh. The government clampdown on widespread protests by students has led to over 100 deaths.Continue reading "A passionate fighter for a fairer world bows outBangladeshi lawyer Sigma Huda passed away recently, at a time when her voic…

Profile of SC Pheroze Nowrojee: Education, legacy, cases that stood out & awards

The death of Pheroze Nowrojee, Senior Counsel on April 5, 2025 marked the end of an era for one of the most eminent legal minds and moral beacons in the country. For decades, he stood tall as a defender of justice, a moral compass and a deeply principled voice in matters of national conscience when it was easier to choose silence. Nowrojee who died at 84 leaves behind a rich legacy in his profession with outstanding contributions to Kenya’s lega…

Ruto leads nation in mourning Senior Counsel Pheroze Nowrojee

President William Ruto has led Kenyans in mourning the death of renowned constitutional lawyer and human rights advocate, Senior Counsel Pheroze Nowrojee, who passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2025. In a statement shared on his official X account, the President expressed sorrow, describing Nowrojee as a principled and brilliant legal mind who dedicated his […]

Pheroze Nowrojee: Kenyan constitutional lawyer, human rights defender is dead

Pheroze Nowrojee is dead. The 84-year-old earned a name as a human rights defender and a consitutuon lawyer, earning him a spot within the legal fraternity.

Veteran lawyer Pheroze Nowrojee dies aged 84 after illness - KahawaTungu

Veteran lawyer Pheroze Nowrojee is dead aged 84.  A statement said he died in the US on Saturday April 5. Nowrjee was a stalwart of the legal and human rights movement in Kenya including serving as the National Convention Executive Council’s (NCEC) Convener spokesperson. His colleagues said he was a gentle giant and a defender [...] The post Veteran lawyer Pheroze Nowrojee dies aged 84 after illness appeared first on KahawaTungu.