Science Journalist - Nation Media Group - Nairobi, Kenya
(2017-06)
- Lead award-winning coverage on climate change, health, food security, and environmental issues in Africa.
- Investigate global health crises, with a focus on infectious diseases and healthcare access.
- Produce in-depth reports on COVID-19, vaccine distribution, and public health systems in sub-Saharan Africa.
- Utilize multimedia and data journalism to enhance storytelling and audience engagement.
- Mentor and guide junior reporters, ensuring quality and accuracy in science and health coverage.
- Collaborate with global outlets on cross-border reporting projects and investigative features.
- Advocate for digital innovation, helping to modernize reporting practices in the newsroom.
- Conduct interviews with global health experts, policymakers, and environmental leaders to provide authoritative analysis.
- Cover the intersection of geopolitics and global health, exploring how political decisions affect health outcomes.
- Participate in international journalism conferences and panels on climate, health, and the future of journalism.
- Provide expert commentary and insights for broadcast media and online platforms on climate and health-related topics.
Contributor / Bylines - Multiple Publications (Dainik Bhaskar, The Continent, Daily Nation Newspaper, The East African Newspaper, Nairobi News)
(2018-08)
- Write in-depth articles, opinion pieces, and feature stories on a wide range of topics including politics, economics, and lifestyle.
- Regularly cover breaking news, ensuring stories are researched and published quickly to meet deadlines.
- Contribute content that has been picked up by national and international media outlets, increasing visibility.
- Collaborate with editorial teams to brainstorm story ideas and refine content for different audiences.
- Conduct interviews with public figures, experts, and citizens to add depth and credibility to stories.
- Analyze trends and societal issues to create compelling long-form pieces with a focus on impact and relevance.
- Provide editorial feedback to fellow contributors, helping to improve overall content quality.
- Engage in cross-platform storytelling, adapting content for print, digital, and social media formats.
Head of Digital News / Co-host (Table Talk) - Ebru Television Kenya
(2016-05 - 2017-04)
- Led the digital team, ensuring daily coverage of news across Ebru TV's online platforms, including social media, website, and apps.
- Developed new digital content strategies, increasing audience interaction and online engagement.
- Created and maintained partnerships with digital influencers and bloggers to expand the station's reach.
- Supervised content creation from ideation to publication, ensuring relevance and accuracy.
- Managed live streaming of news events, providing real-time updates and interactive discussions with the audience.
- Analyzed audience feedback and metrics to continuously refine content and digital strategies.
- Directed the integration of multimedia elements (videos, images, infographics) to enhance digital storytelling.
- Co-hosted Table Talk, moderating thought-provoking discussions on politics, culture, and current affairs.
News Gathering/Reporting / Show Presenter / Producer - Nation Media Group (96.3 Nation FM, Q FM, and QTV)
(2013-06 - 2016-04)
- Conducted field reporting on national and international news, delivering live updates from various locations.
- Wrote compelling news stories and features for both radio and television, maintaining objectivity and clarity.
- Managed all aspects of The Fix show, from researching topics and guest coordination to live broadcasting.
- Pioneered new segments for Nation FM, tapping into youth culture and trending issues, increasing listenership.
- Produced and edited news packages, ensuring high-quality content for air and online distribution.
- Trained junior reporters and presenters on effective communication, interview techniques, and broadcast ethics.
- Coordinated with marketing teams to promote shows, leveraging social media to drive audience interaction.
- Covered major events such as political rallies, national holidays, and live sports, ensuring up-to-date reporting.
Head of Radio / Show Producer / Audio Editor / Technical Manager / News Announcer - Multimedia University Radio 99.9 FM
(2012-09 - 2013-04)
- Directed station operations, ensuring smooth coordination between programming, technical, and creative teams.
- Produced and presented MMU FM Breakfast, a popular morning show combining campus news, entertainment, and music.
- Managed the technical setup for live shows, ensuring all audio equipment worked seamlessly during broadcasts.
- Edited and produced high-quality audio for news and entertainment segments, maintaining sound clarity and engagement.
- Trained and mentored new team members, guiding them in technical skills, content production, and on-air presentation.
- Developed creative content formats for both news and entertainment, keeping the station fresh and innovative.
- Coordinated live broadcasts from campus events, providing real-time coverage for students and staff.
- Worked with the promotions team to boost listenership through contests, events, and live interviews.
