Henry Chakava
Henry Chakava | |
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| Born | Henry Miyinzi Chakava 26 April 1946 |
| Died | 8 March 2024 (aged 77) Nairobi, Kenya |
| Nationality | Kenyan |
| Education | Friends School Kamusinga |
| Alma mater | University of Nairobi |
| Years active | 1972–2024 |
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Henry Chakava (26 April 1946 – 8 March 2024) was a Kenyan publisher. He focused on the publication of books particularly in East Africa and has been described as "the father of Kenyan publishing" for being a pioneer publisher in Kenya who promoted free speech through literature. For his contribution to educational and cultural literature in East Africa, he received several awards.