By KPC Reporter
The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) and the Kenya Editors Guild (KEG) have led the country’s media fraternity in mourning veteran journalist Muliro Telewa who died recently.
They described him as a fearless defender of press freedom and one of Kenya’s most accomplished journalists.
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In a condolence message, MCK said that Telewa’s distinguished career and unwavering commitment to public-interest journalism had left an indelible mark on the profession.
“The Media Council of Kenya joins family, friends and the media fraternity in mourning the death of Mr Muliro Telewa, a veteran journalist whose distinguished career and commitment to public-interest journalism was simply outstanding,” the Council said.
The Council hailed Telewa’s immense contribution to the growth of professional journalism, noting that his dedication to ethical reporting was “beyond reproach.”
“Through his work at KNA, NMG and later at BBC many were informed, educated and empowered,” the statement said.
MCK also recognised Telewa’s courageous reporting during Kenya’s pro-democracy struggle, saying his sustained coverage reflected “the courage and resilience of journalists who work under dangerous conditions to keep the public informed.”
KEG similarly paid glowing tribute to the former BBC journalist, describing him as a consummate professional whose work helped shape journalism across Africa.
“The Kenya Editors Guild mourns the passing of veteran journalist and former BBC presenter Muliro Telewa,” the Guild said in a statement, adding that he was “renowned for his distinctive presentation style and editorial depth” and had “left an enduring mark on the African media landscape.”
Telewa died on Monday while receiving treatment at a hospital in Nakuru.
He was 68.
to family members, he had been living with kidney failure for some time before his condition deteriorated after developing a severe cough.
His death came just a day before the country marked the anniversary of the historic Saba Saba movement, a chapter in Kenya’s democratic struggle that Telewa extensively covered as one of the journalists on the frontlines during the Second Liberation.
Over a journalism career spanning several decades, Telewa worked at the Kenya News Agency before joining Nation Media Group.
He later moved to the BBC, where he became one of the broadcaster’s veteran Swahili journalists, earning respect for his professionalism, balanced reporting and commitment to truth.
