Swaleh Mdoe, a prominent Kenyan news anchor, author, and journalist, holds the esteemed position of managing editor for Citizen TV’s Kiswahili service. Swaleh’s educational journey commenced at Tudor Day School in Mombasa, where he completed his Kenya Certificate of Education (KCE) in 1996. He then pursued further education in Human Rights and Media, earning a diploma from the Media Institution. Subsequently, he embarked on a path of academic growth, enrolling at Malaspina University College to obtain his Bachelor of Communication in Media Studies, a journey that spanned from 2003 to 2005.
With nearly three decades of dedication to the Kenyan television industry, Swaleh Mdoe has established himself as a distinguished figure. His news delivery remains as impressive as ever, and he is highly regarded for his mastery of the Swahili language, as well as the popularity of his segments, particularly the renowned “Tafakari ya Babu.”
Swaleh’s illustrious journalism career took flight in 1995 when he became a Swahili correspondent for the BBC, a role he fulfilled until 1999. He later assumed the position of a host for NTV, where he served from 1999 to 2001. Subsequently, from 2001 until 2007, he held the position of local news anchor at KTN. In 2007, Swaleh embarked on a new chapter in his career as a local news anchor for Royal Media. However, his most recognized role came when he began hosting the Swahili news on Citizen TV under the program title “Tafakari ya Babu.”
Not only has Swaleh made a mark in the world of journalism, but he has also been able to achieve financial success. His monthly earnings amount to an impressive 800,000 Kenyan Shillings on average. However, in April 2015, Swaleh Mdoe, along with several other journalists, faced a setback when Citizen TV dismissed him due to suspicions of corruption. It was alleged that, in this particular case, journalists accepted money from a politician in exchange for suppressing news that had already been disseminated.
In 2018, Swaleh shared his personal financial struggles on social media, disclosing that he was contemplating selling a kidney to alleviate his financial difficulties.
In addition to his career in journalism, Swaleh is also an accomplished author. He has six published works to his name, with his latest book, “Mpira wa Killo na Wenzake,” being released this year.
