Muthoni Mukiri: Quitting My Job Was the Hardest Thing Ever

Former Inooro TV News Anchor Muthoni wa Mukiri
Former Inooro TV News Anchor Muthoni wa Mukiri poses for a photo at the station's studios.
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Former Inooro TV News Anchor Muthoni Mukiri revealed the dilemma she underwent before deciding to quit employment.

Speaking on her Youtube Channel dubbed Muthoni's mission, she revealed her emotional attachment to her audience.

"I wanted to quit employment but I didn't know where to begin. I had already set up side hustles and investments but the nature of my job made me grow closer to my audience. I feel like they're my children." she stated.

TV presenters Ken Kuraya (L) and Muthoni Kuraya
TV presenters Ken Kuraya (L) and Muthoni Kuraya
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She also said that she was anxious that she would lose the connection she enjoyed with the audience once she quit her full-time job.

"I went through a lot of anxiety and migraines before making the decision. 

"It really broke my heart to leave but I had to do it for my personal gain," she revealed.

Muthoni also acknowledged the opportunities brought about by the platform; Social media growth, credibility as well as enabling her to brush shoulders with the who's who in the society.

"I just thank God for giving me the opportunity," she stated.

The media personality hosted the prime time news bulletin alongside Ken Kuraya with whom they wowed fans with their jokes and chemistry, whenever they were on air.

"It's been an amazing five years, but my journey at Inooro TV has come to an end. I want to thank you my fans, my supporters, my friends and everyone who has supported me during that journey. I will miss you dearly," Muthoni stated when she made the announcement on Friday, December 18.

Muthoni is an entrepreneur in her own right and is the owner of Mukiri Hair Hub, a premium wigs and human hair retail outlet.

Her business has attracted several celebrity clients including; Citizen TV news anchor Mashirima Kapombe, comedian Teacher Wanjiku, Kirinyaga Woman Representative Purity Ngirici and Kameme FM presenter Wambui Muturi.

Inooro TV news anchor Muthoni wa Mukiri pictured at her hair and beauty store in Nairobi
Media personality Muthoni wa Mukiri pictured at her hair and beauty store in Nairobi
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