President Uhuru Kenyatta has mourned the death of 10 people who county on Tuesday.
In his message of condolence to the families, relatives and friends of the victims, the President said it was particularly sad that the incident occurred at a time when majority of the people in the area are observing the holy month of Ramadhan.
Uhuru wished quick recovery to those who were rescued and are admitted at King Fahd Hospital in Lamu.
The boat, which was ferrying 22 people and building materials from Ndau Islands to Lamu, capsized at Mkanda Channel as a result of high tides.
Among the victims of the 10.30am incident were children between the ages of 10 and 12 and four adults.
Only 10 bodies have been found so far by divers and Kenya Navy officers.
Lamu East county administrator Shee Kupi is overseeing the rescue efforts.
Uhuru urged all Kenyans to continue praying for the mercies of God to deliver the nation from such tragedies especially during this month when Muslims are fulfilling their religious obligation.
