Former KTN news anchor Njoroge Mwaura has passed on. Mwaura tragically passed away due to complications that arose during surgery at a Nairobi hospital. His wife, Lucy Njoroge, shared the heartbreaking news on Monday, February 24.

Renowned for his eloquence and sharp journalism skills, Mwaura had been hospitalized for a medical procedure. Unfortunately, unforeseen complications led to his untimely demise.

The family had not disclosed details about the surgery at the time of publication.


A revered figure in Kenyan media, the veteran journalist served as a news anchor at KTN for several years before retiring. He was best known for his segment, Njoroge Notebook, where he addressed various national issues. Admired for his mentorship, he guided many aspiring journalists and earned the esteemed title The TV Legend.

Mwaura’s journalism career began at the Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) as a young news anchor before he transitioned to the Kenya Television Network (KTN) in its early days.

At the time, his transition was seen as a significant milestone, as he was among KTN's pioneer news anchors.

Mwaura shared a strong professional bond with the late Catherine Kasavuli, who passed away in 2022 at the age of 60. The two co-anchored news together for several years in the late ‘90s and early 2000s, leaving a lasting impact on Kenyan journalism.

In 2012, after spending some time in retirement, Mwaura was invited back to KTN to assist with a rebranding phase. He officially stepped away from broadcasting in 2013, cementing his legacy as a mentor and inspiration for future journalists.

His passing marks yet another loss in the media industry. Earlier this month, the Kenyan media fraternity mourned the death of veteran journalist Leonard Mambo Mbotela.

Mbotela died at the age of 85 and like Mwaura, he famously graced television screens though it was through his “Je, Huu ni Ungwana?” television show, which started after he joined Voice of Kenya (VoK) which was renamed KBC.

His passing was mourned across the nation, with President William Ruto praising him as a "gifted and powerful broadcaster whose alluring voice dominated the airwaves with his first-class commentaries."