Kenyan Ambassador to South Sudan Chris Mburu Collapses, Dies

Kenyan ambassador to South Sudan Chris Karumba Mburu has died of a heart attack.

He collapsed and died at his residence in Juba, South Sudan on Sunday night, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Mburu, the former director of External Intelligence at the National Intelligence Service (NIS), was appointed to the diplomatic position by President Kenyatta in 2018.

In a message of condolence to family and friends, President Uhuru described the deceased as a great diplomat who endeavored to build strong ties between Kenya and South Sudan.

“Death has robbed us of a great public servant who served his country with distinction. Since his appointment as our envoy to Juba, Ambassador Mburu has worked hard to ensure the free flow of trade and investment between Kenya and South Sudan,” said Kenyatta.

He added: “Kenya has lost a brilliant public servant whose star was shining bright and whose service shall be dearly missed.”