Kenya's diplomatic community is in mourning following the death of veteran ambassador Boaz Mbaya.

Mbaya passed away on the morning of Sunday, June 22, with Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi confirming his death in a heartfelt statement.  "I am deeply saddened by the passing of Amb.

Boaz Mbaya this morning.

The Valogooli community has lost a towering civic leader and mentor," the Prime CS said in a statement.  He added, "I have lost a dear friend and political confidante.