- Celebrated broadcaster Catherine Kasavuli was admitted to the Kenyatta National Hospital after she was diagnosed with cervical cancer
- Kenya Broadcasting Corporation Managing Director Samuel Maina confirmed Kasavuli died on Thursday, December 29
- Many Kenyans have mourned the journalist’s passing while celebrating her wins in the media industry
Veteran journalist and prime-time news anchor Catherine Kasavuli has died while receiving treatment at Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH).
Source: Twitter
The celebrated scribe passed away following a long battle with cervical cancer that saw her admitted to KNH.
According to Kenya Broadcasting Corporation Managing Director Samuel Maina, Kasavuli died on Thursday, December 29
“It is true. She passed on yesterday night. It is related to the cancer ailment that she’s been bravely fighting in the recent past,” reported Nation.
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The experienced scribe had returned to doing what she loved with the KBC before she had to take some time to undergo her treatment.
Kenyans react
Kenyans have trooped into social media to mourn the journalist who was a fixture in Kenya’s prime-time news in the late 90s.
TUKO.co.ke highlights some of their messages of condolence below;
@EstherPassaris wrote:
“A legend has rested. Go well Catherine, you lit our screens and warmed our hearts on so many nights. My condolences to your family and your colleagues.”
@Deenafula posted:
“Such an icon. Fare thee well Cate! Until we meet at the feet of Jesus.”
@sturungiyagreen replied:
“My condolences to the family and fans who loved her unconditionally through her works in journalism. Rest in peace Cate.”
@Nicholas Ochola stated:
“Journey well legend Cate. You inspired many in your generation and beyond. We will dearly miss you.”
@MurithiMagiri said:
“May it be well with your soul Kasavuli. You coloured our screens and inspired many. You made your mark.”
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Susan Nakhumicha visits Kasavuli
The celebrated journalist had been admitted where she received her treatment while welcoming numerous visitors.
Health Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakumicha was the latest person to visit the veteran broadcaster after sports counterpart Ababu Namwamba who visited and prayed with her at the hospital.
“Visited veteran broadcaster Catherine Kasavuli who is recuperating at @KNH_hospital and prayed for her continued recovery. I also visited other patients at KNH and listened to their feedback regarding service delivery. Together with KNH, we will act on this feedback,” said Nakhumicha on December 22.
On December 6, the KBC anchor said that the week had not been so easy for her and she experienced much pain and it was extremely tiresome.
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