A 66-year-old man is the first Kenyan to succumbed to coronavirus (Covid-19).

The man who was also suffering from diabetes arrived in the country on March 13 from South Africa via Swaziland.

He passed away on Thursday March 26 at the Aga Khan ICU where he was admitted.

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Below is the official statement from the health Cs Mutahi Kagwe

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Kenyans have condoled with the family of the deceased and below are some of their messages.

Erickoh Ericky So sad with this virus....let us pray to God to help Kenyans and all nation.

Casim Kipruto Ni huzuni kubwa kumpoteza mkenya mwenzetu tafadhali wakenya tuwe waangalifu sana.

Philip Chebuyo Rest in peace.

Kelvin Kitavi Condolences to the family.

Allano baddest Now that should tell us that this is serious.

Noble Chris So sad that we have lost the patient, may God comfort his family and the Nation at large. We still hold on to faith and hope that we shall defeat this virus.

Rufus Thuranira Raf Good/bad news for me the Kenyan government and Kenyans should know this is a serious matter

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Updyy Love Reloaded Stay at home or stay in coffin.

Felix Joel Hii Corona sio mchezo

Kenedy Kisuge Kenchez In Gods hand you rest

Sharon Sirengo God of mercy please come down

Fatuma Mohammed POLENI jamani! Let's be safe if all it takes is to wash hands and stay indoors! Let's do it! Life is too precious!!!

Samson Momanyi God take control

The total number of positive Covid-19 cases in Kenya has risen to 31.