Mildred Wanyama, the mother of Kenyan football legends Victor Wanyama and McDonald Mariga, is dead.

Through a statement released on Saturday, June 14, Mariga revealed the news of their mother's passing, adding that she passed away in the early hours of Saturday.

He further added that burial arrangements were underway and that further details would be communicated soon. "It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, who left us peacefully today morning," Mariga stated.

Mildred Wanyama, mother to McDonald Mariga and Victor Wanyama, speaking during a past interview.