Media personality Janet Mbugua picked up from where she left off in 2023 and continued with her impactful work in women empowerment and global leadership in 2024.
Whether it was by moderating panel sessions, emceeiing events, launching initiatives or getting involved in community outreach programs, Janet voiced the agenda of gender equality without fail.
Catherine Wanjeri wa Kariuki is a Kameme TV/FM journalist whose bravery captured national attention during Kenya’s anti-government protests in July 2024.
While covering protests in Nakuru County, she was shot three times with rubber bullets by police officers.
She was awarded the 2024 Freedom Warrior Award in December.
The Kenya Editors Guild (KEG) feted Wanjeri for her resilience, courage, and unwavering commitment to press freedom.
Eric Njiru is a Kenyan sports journalist and radio presenter at the Radio Africa Group, recognised for his contributions to sports media.
At the beginning of the year, Njiru was selected as the Kenyan Sports Journalist to vote in the FIFA The Best Awards.
He has also been serving as the Vice President for the Sports Journalists Association of Kenya since 2023.
Nancy Kering has had a 2024 to remember, as she emerged as one of the journalists with the biggest social impacts in the country this year.
The mother of two joined Royal Media Services in 2021 and forged her own path, deciding to highlight socio-economic challenges in Kajiado County.
Kering prides herself on being a humble camera person and reporter in her profiles, but her career is so much more than that.
George Ndirangu is a multi-award-winning journalist and media professional who has established himself as a prominent figure in African media and development communications.
With over a decade of experience, he has worked for leading platforms, including the BBC, CNBC Africa, and Forbes Africa.
Known for his engaging storytelling and insightful reporting, George has carved a niche in delivering content that bridges the gap between complex issues and everyday audiences.
Hellen Shikanda is a dedicated science journalist whose passion lies in giving a voice to the voiceless through her stories.
Currently working at Nation Media Group, she primarily covers science, health, and related topics.
Hellen is a recipient of several fellowships and awards, including the OCJN Fellowship (2021), Bettina Award (2020), Climate Tracking Fellowship, and the IGAD Award (2023)
Zachary Nyakweba is a passionate journalist dedicated to telling stories that matter to society.
He currently works at Nation Media Group’s video desk, where he combines his storytelling skills with his keen eye for videography.
Born and raised in Kisii, western Kenya, Zachary developed a deep appreciation for journalism’s power to effect positive change from a young age.
Rukia Bulle is an award-winning multimedia journalist currently working with Kenya’s largest media house, Nation Media Group.
With years of experience, Rukia has demonstrated expertise in human interest and children’s stories, earning both local and global recognition. In 2024, she was honoured with the BBC News Komla Dumor Award.
Sharon Barang’a is an award-winning broadcast journalist with over a decade of experience in news reporting. She has earned several local, continental, and international accolades.
A proud and unapologetic Kenyan, Sharon is currently working at CGTN, where she passionately reports on education and children’s affairs.
Adelle Onyango is a renowned media personality, who shot up to prominence following a stellar career stint as a radio presenter.
Despite being on top of her game, Adelle quit radio in 2019 to start her own media company, Legally Clueless Africa that birthed her podcast.
In 2019, Legally Clueless secured its status as the most popular Kenyan podcast, boasting an impressive 388,000 streams.