Kenya’s former 7s coach Benjamin Ayimba passes away

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Kenya’s former 7s coach Benjamin Ayimba passes away

By Naveel Krishant

Sunday 23/05/2021

Former Kenya 7's Coach Benjamin Ayiba.

Kenya’s legendary former 7s coach Benjamin Ayimba has passed away.

According to a family statement, Ayimba scummed to multiple complications he was being treated for over the last couple of months.

He played for the Kenyan 7s team and as a coach led them to their first ever title in Singapore with a victory over Fiji in the final.

Former and current 7s players have been paying tribute to Ayimba on social media.

💔💔💔 RIP Benja, thanks for the opportunity and Memories. #Chesco pic.twitter.com/GDL2uNfEo5
— Collins Injera, OGW (@cinjera) May 22, 2021

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