Maina Kageni: I Tricked My Boss to Multiply Salary Six Times
Classic FM presenter Maina Kageni in studio
If you commute to work in a matatu, you most likely have a familiarity with Maina Kageni s voice.
The legendary radio presenter has become synonymous with
Classic FM and an embodiment of the growth of FM stations in Kenya.
Speaking on Jalang’o TV, Maina mentioned that he joined radio by chance.
In 1996, he had just returned from the UK. He approached
Capital FM looking to advertise a product. There he was asked to avail Ksh40,000 for the voice over. Since he did not have the money, he said he would do it.
CS Kagwe Appoints Media Boss to Govt Job
Health CS with Members of The End Malaria Council
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Ministry of Health Cabinet Secretary, Mutahi Kagwe, has appointed Radio Africa Group CEO Patrick Quarcoo to the Kenya End Malaria Council and Fund.
The council will spearhead the End Malaria Campaign which has been tasked to mobilize resources to champion the eradication of malaria.
Christopher Getonga and Dr. Willis Akhwale were appointed as the chairpersons of the council who will lead the team in the campaign.
Founder and CEO of Radio Africa Group Patrick Quarcoo
File I will do all within my powers to raise resources towards the control efforts in Kenya from all sectors of the economy, said Christopher Getonga in his acceptance speech.
Capital FM Journalist Appointed to Tokyo Games Committee
Capital FM news presenter Alex Isaboke
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A sports presenter and journalist at Chris Kirubi s owned media house, Capital FM has been appointed to the Tokyo Olympics Steering Committee.
In a gazette notice, on February 12, the Cabinet Secretary for Sports Amina Mohamed named Alex Isaboke as part of the 24-member steering committee that will prepare the country for the international games slated for July 23, 2021, in Japan.
Among other members appointed alongside Isaboke include Former World record holder and President of National Olympics Committee of Kenya Paul Tergat, Humphrey Khayange, Athletes Representatives of NOCK, President of Paralympics Committee Agnes Olouch and other government officials associated with the sports docket.