Former Chief Justice Willy Mutunga’s son Athman Mutunga has passed away.
Athman, 50, died while undergoing treatment at a hospital in Nairobi.
Chief Justice Martha Koome condoled with the Mutunga family over the loss of their son.
She said the judiciary stands with the former CJ as they go through this difficult time.
The Chief Justice also prayed for comfort to the family as they come to terms with the loss of their loved one.
"On behalf of the Judiciary family and on my own behalf, I extend our deepest condolences to Emeritus Chief Justice (Rtd) Dr. Willy Mutunga and his family on the heartbreaking loss of his beloved son, Athman Mutunga.
"We stand with the Mutunga family in grief during this incredibly difficult time. While words may never fully ease the pain of losing a loved one, we hope that the family finds comfort in the cherished memories they shared with Athman," Koome’s statement said.
In keeping with the Muslim rite, Athman was buried on Sunday, in Kitui County.
Friends of the former CJ also condoled with him over the death of his son.
“I offer my deepest and heartfelt condolences to my friend former CJ @WMutunga for the untimely passing of his son, Athman, at 50. I wish him and his dear family strength at this difficult time,” Prof. Makau Mutua said on X.