Former KBC presenter Sally Kwendo dies

She passed away on Tuesday while receiving treatment at KNH.

In Summary
  • Her untimely death was later made public by Luhya singer Steve Kay who was still in disbelief that Kwendo has rested.
  • "What a sad morning. Rest well Sally Kwendo hii dunia ni Rangi aki. Ni juzi tu nimekua kwako ukinieleza kuwa utakua sawa," said Steve Kay.
Former KBC presenter Sally Kwendo is dead
Former KBC presenter Sally Kwendo is dead
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Former KBC presenter Sally Kwendo is dead.

Reports indicate that Kwendo passed away on Tuesday while receiving treatment at Kenyatta National Hospital.

Her untimely death was later made public by Luhya singer Steve Kay who was still in disbelief that Kwendo has rested.

"What a sad morning. Rest well Sally Kwendo hii dunia ni Rangi aki. Ni juzi tu nimekua kwako ukinieleza kuwa utakua sawa," said Steve Kay.

Credible reports indicate that the radio presenter was battling depression that had developed into a mental illness.

Kwendo had worked with West FM, a station located in Bungoma, and later Kenya Broadcasting Cooperation (KBC) before exiting to focus on her private business. 

She has now joined the long list of Kenyan journalists who have passed away this year.

Just the other day, Radio Africa Group was mourning the sudden demise of their employee Aleem Amin Abdul Manji’.

Manji has worked at Radio Africa for 15 years hosting the Breakfast show on East FM. 

"It is with a heavy heart and great sadness that we announce the sudden demise of our breakfast presenter Aleem Manji. We will miss you Aleem. Over 15 years of laughter, warmth, and immense joy," the station said in a statement. 

Manji was described as a calm and lively person who has been on the radio for over 15 years. 

"Heaven earned itself an Angel. You have been nothing but an amazing friend, brother, and teammate at East FM. May your soul rest in eternal peace. Let us keep his family, friends, and fellow colleagues in our thoughts and prayers."

Manji was laid to rest on Tuesday, November 14 at the Aga Khan Complex and Pavilion.

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