Veteran Kenyan media personality Jeridah Andayi has opened up about life after leaving her blossoming radio career, admitting that she still feels nostalgic about her time behind the microphone.
Jeridah, who spent over two decades at Radio Citizen, surprised many fans last year when she announced that she was stepping away from the airwaves to pursue a new chapter abroad.
Having relocated to the United States with her children, the celebrated broadcaster has been sharing snippets of her cultural transition, from adjusting to iced drinks to strict punctuality.
However, in a candid moment, Jeridah revealed that radio remains close to her heart. “Radio will always be part of me,” she said, adding that while she has embraced her new environment, the bond she built with listeners can never be replaced.
For many Kenyans, Jeridah’s voice was a daily companion, one that defined mornings and offered comfort during commutes.
Her reflections have stirred nostalgia among fans, with many taking to social media to express how much they miss her warm voice and sharp wit.
Some admitted that tuning in to Radio Citizen no longer feels the same without her, while others encouraged her to one day consider a return to broadcasting, even if from abroad.
Although Jeridah insists she has no regrets about her decision, her honesty shows just how deeply radio shaped her identity. For her listeners back home, the mic may be silent, but her impact lives on.
By Nairobi