Former Citizen TV news anchor Mutegi Njau is dead

His journey in media began in 1979, with his passion blossoming from the days of Kenya’s founding president Mzee Jomo Kenyatta.

The family described him as the cornerstone of the family and a cherished figure in the community.

Mutegi, who mentored many journalists past and present, was known for his attention to detail and mastery of the trade. 

“During this difficult time, please keep our family in your thoughts and prayers. We are deeply grateful for your continued support and for the love and friendship you extended to Dad throughout his life,” the family added.

His former co-host David Makali took to social media to remember him

“Devastated by the passing on of senior colleague, co-host and panelist Mutegi Njau. May your toil on this earth be rewarded and your memory last forever among those you mentored and gifted, or who savoured your goodness,” Makali said.

Head of Deputy Presidential Communication Service Njeri Rugene mourned him saying:

“Mutegi Njau made an indelible mark in Kenya’s Journalism. He trained many of us. He has left a rich legacy. It is time to rest. Rest in Peace Senior,” Njeru Rugene said.

Phillip Etale

I remember his advice to me when he was my boss at the  @citizentvkenya  “Etale, a good journalist writes facts and facts alone. You don’t need hearsay to make a good journalist, dig in deeper and you will be incredibly successful in your career”… RIP Mutegi Njau