The Panel of Eminent African Personalities said it was "greatly encouraged by the successful conclusion of the referendum on Kenya’s new constitution".
The Panel said the high voter turnout, at 71 per cent, reflected Kenyans' desire to shape its future.
"The result of the referendum, published by the Interim Independent Electoral Commission (IIEC) on 5 August, suggests that Kenyans have voiced their overwhelming support for a new constitution and the opportunity it provides to end the country’s decades-long quest for a better governance architecture," The Panel said in a statement.
The Panel, which was instrumental in brokering a peace deal at the height of Kenya's post election violence brought by a disputed presidential election, said there "are no winners or losers in this referendum".
"It is Kenya itself that has triumphed!"
The Kofi Annan-led Panel praised President Kibaki and Prime Minister for their leadership in the constitutional review process and called for the implementation of reforms.
"We commend the two Principals for their stewardship of the and congratulate the Government and the people of Kenya for this momentous step. We urge all involved to honour their commitments to the outstanding reforms envisaged under Agenda Item 4 of the Kenya National Dialogue and Reconciliation process."
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