A wise man once said that old is gold,and that one should always pay homage to their roots.
This is mostly due to its pioneers in regards to presenters, the individuals who had the courage, coupled with a tonne of ambition to overcome the obstacles that always develop when one tries to do something worthwhile, especially when it is new and different.
This piece is a tribute to this group of valiant men and women, who opted for the road less travelled and in doing so, earned their seats at the table of legends.
Let’s get right into it, shall we:
1.Maina Kageni
I bet you didn’t know that one of, if not, the most recognisable personality on Kenyan radio started out at Capiroo now did you?Maina Kageni is a man that needs no introduction. He is without a doubt one of the most influential personalities in the country and whatever he has to say be sure hordes of people will want to listen.
2.Maqbul Mohamed
Despite being renown for his exemplary acting skills in legendary shows such as Reflections, Makutano Junction and Auntie boss, Maqbul spent the best part of a decade as a radio presenter at Capital FM.
3.Fareed Khimani
He started as a radio presenter on Capital FM before growing into a renowned host of the morning show. This was back in 2000 when he started off and grew into one of the best radio presenters in the country.
4.Anne Kiguta
Currently back on our screens with one of the most talked-about shows in the country, Punchline, on K24 TV, it’s hard to picture the vibrant Kiguta behind a mic at a radio studio.
5.Pinky Ghelani
Lauded as one of the most ambitious and hardworking media personalities in the industry, Pinky set out with one goal and only one goal in mind during her teens, to be a household name in Kenya.Well, it’s safe to say she went over and beyond her initial target.
6.Caroline Mutoko
Mutoko needs little introduction to say the least, having graced our airwaves for as long as I can remember. The outspoken radio queen may have made her name on Kiss FM, but it was actually Capital FM that gave her wings.
by: Khase