President Uhuru Kenyatta has joined the nation in mourning Ms Achieng Abura.

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In a statement to newsrooms on Friday, President Kenyatta described Ms Abura as a gifted songstress and talented composer.

“Ms Abura was an accomplished musician and her death is a big blow not only to her close family, relatives, friends and fans but also to the country’s music industry,” read the statement in part.

“We are, indeed, filled with grief and a deep sense of loss.But even as we mourn Ms Abura, let us also celebrate her life and achievements. She was a good and inspiring figure in the music industry, and a great mentor to upcoming musicians,” he added.

Ms Abura died on Thursday at the Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) of an undisclosed illness.