Okwara bids farewell to Citizen TV after nearly 20 years in journalism
Veteran journalist Yvonne Okwara has left Citizen TV after eight-and-a-half years at the station, reflecting on her career and signalling plans to pursue a new professional chapter.
Yvonne Okwara, a seasoned broadcaster with nearly two decades of experience in journalism, has announced her departure from Citizen TV after nearly eight-and-a-half years at the Royal Media Services-owned station. Okwara bid farewell during her final appearance on The Explainer, reflecting on her career and urging Kenyans to remain committed to holding those in power accountable.
She expressed optimism about journalism and Kenya's future, despite the challenges she faced during her tenure. Okwara's departure marks the end of an era for Citizen TV, where she had become a familiar face on prime-time television, leading discussions on politics, governance, business, and other crucial issues. Tributes poured in from colleagues, public figures, and industry leaders who praised her honesty, integrity, and commitment to seeking the truth.
Okwara's journey through the media industry began long before she became a recognizable news presenter at Citizen TV. After graduating with a degree in microbiology, she pursued broadcasting, working at the Kenya Broadcasting Corporation, Hot 96, Nation Media Group, and Kenya Television Network. Her career spanned various roles, including presenting children's programmes, working as a radio broadcaster, contributing voice-overs for NTV's business programme, and eventually joining Citizen TV in 2018.
At Citizen TV, Okwara gained prominence as an anchor for prime-time bulletins, handling interviews on contentious political and economic matters. She also served as Business Editor, contributing editorial responsibilities to her broadcasting work. Okwara played a central role in News Gang, the station's panel programme examining political developments and national affairs, and hosted The Explainer, where she probed major stories and explained their implications for viewers.
Her work extended beyond regular news bulletins, as she moderated presidential debates, forums with prominent figures, and interviews with leaders from government, business, and international institutions. Okwara's style was characterized by her probing questions and sustained discussions of issues that often divided public opinion.
In her farewell message, Okwara emphasized the importance of citizens continuing to demand better leadership and accountability.
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