Kenya’s radio industry has evolved into a competitive field where presenters with unique personalities and large followings earn impressive salaries. These hosts keep audiences entertained with engaging discussions, music, and comedy, making them invaluable to stations.
1. Maina Kageni – Ksh.1.5 to 1.8 million
Maina Kageni, Classic 105’s breakfast show host, is the highest-paid radio presenter. His charisma, experience, and endorsements boost his income significantly.
2. Daniel “Churchill” Ndambuki – Ksh.1.2 million
Churchill, also a top comedian, co-hosts with Maina at Classic 105 and earns over a million shillings monthly, excluding brand deals.
3. Joseph Ogidi (Gidi) – Ksh.1 million
Gidi of Radio Jambo’s Patanisho show takes home close to Ksh.1 million thanks to its massive popularity.
4. Willy M. Tuva – Ksh.800,000
The host of Mambo Mseto on Radio Citizen is respected for promoting East African music and earns about Ksh.800,000 monthly.
5. Daniel Githinji (Mbusi) – Ksh.700,000
Mbusi of Radio Jambo is celebrated for his streetwise hosting style, drawing huge audiences and big pay.
6. Shaffie Weru – Ksh.682,000
Shaffie, formerly of HomeBoyz Radio, was among the top earners with a salary nearing Ksh.700,000.
7. Jacob “Ghost” Mulee – Ksh.600,000
The football coach and Radio Jambo presenter co-hosts Patanisho with Gidi, earning about Ksh.600,000.
8. Felix Odiwour (Jalang’o) – Ksh.400,000
The comedian-turned-radio host at Kiss FM earns around Ksh.400,000, supported by lucrative side hustles.
9. Alex Mwakideu – Ksh.400,000
Mwakideu, now at Milele FM, earns about Ksh.400,000 thanks to his strong audience connection.
10. Kamene Goro – Ksh.150,000
At Kiss FM, Kamene hosts the morning show and takes home about Ksh.150,000, plus bonuses and endorsements.
By tuko