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NAIROBI, Kenya – Prominent broadcaster Ken Mijungu has announced his departure from KTN News, a flagship channel under Standard Group PLC, marking the end of a four-year stint at the media house. In a social media statement on Tuesday, Mijungu hinted at pursuing new opportunities while expressing gratitude to colleagues and supporters.
“A skilled dancer knows when to leave the stage! Four incredible years of adrenaline, growth, and unpredictability—now it’s time to embrace fresh challenges,” he wrote. Mijungu declined to disclose specifics about his next career move but confirmed to Kenyans.co.ke that his exit followed the expiration of his contract, which he chose not to renew.
Rumored Shift to Cape Media
While Mijungu remained tight-lipped about future plans, sources close to the matter suggest the seasoned journalist may join Cape Media, the parent company of TV47 and Radio47, owned by Mount Kenya University founder Prof. Simon Gicharu. The potential transition aligns with his reputation as a versatile media personality with nearly two decades of experience.
From Law to Journalism: A Storied Career
Mijungu, a trained lawyer, pivoted to journalism during Kenya’s turbulent 2007–2008 post-election period. His grassroots coverage of the Kibera clashes, filmed using his brother’s camera, earned him a breakthrough after K24 News lost its footage amid the chaos. Impressed by his work, K24 recruited him as a reporter, launching a career spanning roles as a news anchor, business analyst, and talk show host.
His trajectory later saw him join CCTV Africa (now CGTN Africa) in 2012, where he reported on high-profile events such as the Mpila military base explosion in Congo Brazzaville and international conferences on Somalia. A subsequent seven-year tenure at Nation Media Group’s NTV solidified his status as a trusted voice, hosting the current affairs program Sidebar before his 2020 move to KTN News.
Legacy and Future Prospects
During his KTN tenure, Mijungu became a familiar face anchoring prime-time news and engaging audiences with incisive analysis. His exit sparks curiosity about his next chapter, with industry observers anticipating his potential influence at Cape Media’s expanding platforms.
As fans and peers applaud his contributions, Mijungu’s journey—from documenting crises in Kibera to shaping national discourse—remains a testament to resilience and reinvention in Kenya’s dynamic media landscape.
