Veteran Kenyan media personality Yvonne Okwara has officially announced her departure from Citizen TV after an impactful eight-year tenure with Royal Media Services. Delivering her final emotional broadcast on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, Okwara marked the end of a remarkable 20-year career in prime-time television and investigative journalism.
Reflecting on her journey, she expressed heartfelt gratitude to her viewers, mentors, and the News Gang panellists. During her farewell sign-off, Okwara noted:
"After 20 years of building this ship, it is time to build another. I am not done building. I am simply moving to build something else."
She urged Kenyans to remain steadfast in demanding accountability and holding those in power responsible.
A Global Transition: Joining Shuga Global in London
Following her broadcast, it was revealed that Okwara is heading to London to begin an exciting new global chapter. She is joining MTV Shuga (Shuga Global), an internationally acclaimed media initiative.
MTV Shuga leverages mass entertainment—including high-impact TV drama series, digital media, and community campaigns—to educate young people globally on vital public health and social issues. The platform focuses heavily on:
- Sexual Health & HIV Awareness
- Gender-Based Violence Prevention
- Youth Empowerment & Life Skills
This career move transitions Okwara from national news broadcasting into international strategic communications and social impact.
Safe Journey, Yvonne!
Yvonne Okwara leaves behind a legacy defined by bold interviewing, integrity, and relentless pursuit of the truth. Fans, political leaders, and newsroom colleagues across Kenya have flooded social media with tributes celebrating her two decades of excellence.
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