Renowned Kenyan sports journalist Bernard Ndong has expressed his support for his colleague and friend Waihiga Mwaura following Mwaura’s announcement that he will be leaving Citizen TV to join BBC Africa.
In a heartfelt message posted on Twitter, Ndong wished Mwaura all the best in his new role and praised him as not just a colleague, but a brother.
Ndong reaction
“To my good friend @WaihigaMwaura I wish you all the best as you make this transition in your professional journey…You were more than just a colleague, you are my brother,” Ndong wrote in the post. “May your star continue to shine brighter in your new role.”
Mwaura and Ndong have been colleagues at Citizen TV for several years, with both journalists anchoring major sports broadcasts and covering major sporting events around the world. Their friendship and camaraderie have been evident both on and off camera, with the two sharing a mutual respect and admiration for each other’s work.
Mwaura‘s departure from Citizen TV is sure to be felt by his colleagues and fans alike, but Ndong’s message of support and encouragement is a testament to the bond that exists between journalists who have worked together for years. With Mwaura’s move to the BBC, he will undoubtedly continue to make an impact in the world of journalism, and his friends and colleagues will be cheering him on every step of the way.
New journey for Mwaura
As Mwaura embarks on this new chapter in his career, his colleagues at Citizen TV and beyond will no doubt be eagerly anticipating the next phase of his journey, as he continues to make a name for himself as one of Kenya’s most talented and respected journalists.