NTV journalist Tinina died of severe pneumonia - autopsy

Journalist Rita Tinina died of severe pneumonia, an autopsy conducted on her body has revealed.

Speaking from Umash Funeral Home, family spokesperson Timothy Njaga said they are satisfied with the results.

“We had come here to witness the postmortem and it was completed by Dr Ndegwa and the family pathologist. We have been given the results that the late Rita died of severe pneumonia,” he said.

Njaga said government pathologist Peter Ndegwa conducted the autopsy in the presence of the family pathologist.

He also said the family was still asking for privacy and space.

"We should remember that there is a family that is affected," Njaga said.

"We thank the media fraternity for their good words towards our sister and friend."

Some of the journalists present during the exercise included Kenya Editors Guild president  Zubeida Kananu and Kenya Parliamentary Journalists Association chairman Duncan Khaemba among others.

Rita Tinina was found dead on Sunday in her Kileleshwa house.

She was found dead in her room by her house girl.

President William Ruto condoled with the family of Tinina and described her as a pioneer and trailblazer in Television journalism in the country.

"My sincere condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Rita Tinina -a pioneer and a trailblazer in TV journalism. Rest in peace, Rita,"  he said.

The Kenya Editors' Guild said that the departed journalist left a lasting impact in the media space.

In a statement, the Editors' Guild said Rita excelled as a TV reporter and later on as an editor.

The Guild said her contributions were invaluable, and have left a lasting impact on the media landscape.

"The Kenya Editors’ Guild is deeply saddened by the passing of Rita Tinina, a distinguished television journalist in Kenya. Until her untimely demise, Rita served as an Output Producer at NTV, showcasing her talent and dedication in the field," Editors Guild president Zubeida Kananu said.