President Uhuru Kenyatta has led Kenyans in mourning the death of legendary musician Joseph Kamaru.
Kamaru passed away on Wednesday while undergoing treatment at the MP Shah Hospital in Nairobi.
President Kenyatta eulogised Kamaru as a talented musician, noting that his music was of great importance in promoting peace and good morals.
“It was a blessing for us as a country to have had such a talented artiste who played a big role in promoting the Kenyan brand of music. Indeed we will miss his educative music which was unique in many aspects," said President Kenyatta.
Kamaru’s music was not only entertaining but also carried life lessons and promoted the Kikuyu culture.
The departed musician started his singing career in 1956 but became popular in the 1980’s where he was greatly recognised.
President Kenyatta noted that Kamaru had recorded almost 2,000 songs all addressing moral values.
The Head of state further lauded the legendary musician for his contribution in promoting democracy in the country.
“He recorded nearly 2,000 songs addressing morality and offering life teachings. The songs stamped his status as a Kikuyu music legend who touched the hearts of music lovers with classic hits such as Gathoni and Charia Ungi,” said Kenyatta.
“He was a courageous Kenyan who used his musical talent to implore those in authority to fulfil their mandate by heeding to the voice of the masses,” he added.