Political analyst and politician Richard Kavemba is dead.
Kavemba died on Wednesday morning at the Nairobi Hospital where he had been rushed after a short illness.
The political analyst was a popular figure on a local TV station where he appeared for a weekend edition panel.
He was also a staff of the Nairobi County Government.
Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko sent his condolences to family and friends early morning.
“It is with a heavy heart and humble acceptance of God's will that I announce the passing on of Mr. Richard Mutinda Kavemba who worked as my Chief Officer, Transport and Public Works. Mr Kavemba passed on this morning at Nairobi Hospital after a short illness. May the family find solace in God at this time of distress and sadness. Funeral arrangements will be announced later,” Sonko said.