Evans Mwaura Githua, the 51-year-old CEO of Com Twenty One, an IT solutions company based in Nairobi, was found dead on December 23, 2025, under tragic and mysterious circumstances. According to police reports, Githua’s death is suspected to have been a suicide. He allegedly jumped from the 14th floor of an apartment building along Kasuku Road, Nairobi, after having inflicted self-harm by cutting his veins.
The discovery of Githua’s body shocked those who knew him, as he had shown no signs of distress. His passing has left his family, colleagues, and the public grappling with questions about the events leading up to his death.
1. The Tragic Discovery: Githua’s Final Moments
Evans Mwaura Githua was found on the ground behind the Alba Apartment building, naked and with visible injuries, including a broken right leg, head trauma, and deep cuts on both wrists. Police believe he died from blood loss after cutting his veins and later jumped from the building.
Upon investigation, it was revealed that his room was in disarray. A pool of blood was found throughout the room, extending into the washrooms and wardrobes. Disturbingly, one of the seats was found in the shower area, suggesting a possible attempt at self-harm. Items found at the scene included a bottle of Bacardi, a scalpel, and two mobile phones set to flight mode.
2. The Investigation and Evidence Found
Police gained entry to the room by breaking the door, as it was locked from the inside. Inside the bedsitter room, various personal items were recovered, including clothes, a wallet, two mobile phones, and a bottle of Bacardi alcoholic drink. Other items found included Xylocaine spray, a scalpel, a fork with residue, lemon water, two tablets, an empty Monster can, and a black flask containing a clear liquid.
The owner of the room reported that Githua had checked in alone on the evening of December 22, 2025, at 8:54 PM. Githua’s family expressed concern when they were unable to reach him on his phone and noticed he had failed to return home as expected.
3. Githua’s Life and Career: A Shock to Many
Evans Mwaura Githua was widely respected in the Kenyan business community. As the CEO of Com Twenty One, Githua led the company, which specializes in ICT solutions and IT integration. Com Twenty One serves prestigious clients, including Statehouse, Parliament, the Central Bank of Kenya, the Kenya Port Authority, and Huduma Kenya, among others.
The company provides services such as enterprise infrastructure solutions, surveillance and security solutions, data center solutions, application servers, and cybersecurity services. Githua’s leadership had driven the company to secure major business deals and maintain a strong reputation in the industry.
Despite the success of his business, those close to Githua have stated they were unaware of any personal issues or signs of stress. The news of his death has left many shocked, as he had appeared to be in good health and high spirits before the tragedy.
4. The Aftermath: Unanswered Questions
As investigations continue, many questions remain unanswered about the tragic events leading to Githua’s death. His family and colleagues are struggling to understand what could have prompted such a drastic action, given that he had not shown any signs of distress or personal crisis.
The police have collected evidence and are awaiting the results of an autopsy to determine the exact cause of death. For now, the tragic end of Evans Mwaura Githua has left an indelible mark on the tech community, with many reflecting on his achievements and the sudden, devastating loss.
