Ex-KTN Journalist Nick Mudimba Dies After Kenya-Gabon Match
Nick Mudimba, a senior reporter at CGTN who had previously worked at KTN and Switch TV, has passed away.
Mudimba reportedly died on Sunday evening at his home in Syokimau, Machakos County, following a battle with an illness that had caused elevated uric acid levels.
He had received treatment for this condition on Saturday and appeared to be recovering well.
Before his tragic collapse, Mudimba had been watching the Harambee Stars’ football match against Gabon, a game he had been eagerly following.
His sudden passing has shocked many, especially those in the journalism and sports broadcasting community. Mudimba had built a respected career as a sports journalist and was passionate about the game.
He was also known for his dedication to mentoring aspiring sports journalists, many of whom spoke fondly of his guidance and support.
Just days before his death, Mudimba had posted on social media, excitedly discussing the match between Kenya and Gabon, showcasing his love for the sport.
His death has led to an outpouring of tributes from fellow journalists, many of whom worked closely with him and admired his professional spirit.
Journalists from various media outlets, including Citizen TV, have expressed their grief. Mashirima Kapombe, a renowned journalist at Citizen TV, shared a heartfelt tribute on X, saying, “Demise, why are you so cruel?
Eternal rest grant unto Nick Mudimba, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace. Amen.”
Stephen Letoo, also from Citizen TV, remembered Mudimba fondly, recalling their time together in Addis Ababa at the African Union Media Center. He shared, “Oooh, Nooo.
We were together cracking jokes at the AU Media Center. You helped me set up the latest Audio Sound Booth Recorder on my laptop. Rest in peace, my brother Nick Mudimba.”
Sharon Barang’a, a CGTN journalist, also mourned her colleague, recalling their shared moments. In disbelief, she wrote, “Eeiii Nick Mudimba, you just decided to sign off so suddenly.
Just like that. Our greetings every morning would go like… ‘vuche msakuru,’ and you’d laugh, saying, ‘Have you had tea?’ Rest in peace, my friend, aka Msakuru.”
Other prominent journalists, including Waihiga Mwaura from BBC Africa, Eric Njoka from WiON News, and Lofty Matambo from NTV, also expressed their sorrow at Mudimba’s passing.
Mudimba’s legacy extends beyond his work as a journalist. Many rising sports journalists, including Chris Migwabi from K24 and Momanyi Elijah from Azam TV, credited him with helping them launch their careers.
Both journalists praised Mudimba for being instrumental in their journeys to becoming sports broadcasters and expressed deep gratitude for his mentorship and encouragement.
Mudimba will be remembered not only for his skill in sports journalism but also for the positive impact he had on the careers of others, especially those he mentored.
His untimely death has left a gap in the industry, but his contributions and the memories he created with those around him will not be forgotten.
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