Renowned Kenyan news anchor, author, and journalist Swaleh Mdoe, originally hailing from Kenya, presently holds the position of managing editor for Citizen TV’s Kiswahili service. Swaleh completed his KCE at Tudor Day School in Mombasa in 1996 and further pursued his education by obtaining a Diploma in Human Rights and Media at the Media Institution. Later, he attended Malaspina University College, where he earned his Bachelor of Communication in Media Studies from 2003 to 2005.
Having graced Kenyan television screens for nearly three decades, Swaleh Mdoe continues to impress audiences with his impeccable news delivery. He is highly regarded for his mastery of the Swahili language and the widespread popularity of his ‘Tafakari ya Babu’ segments.
Swaleh embarked on his journalism career in 1995 when he joined the BBC as a Swahili correspondent, a role he held until 1999. Following this, he served as a host for NTV from 1999 to 2001. His tenure as KTN’s local news anchor spanned from 2001 to 2007, after which he transitioned to Royal Media in the same capacity. Swaleh is prominently known for hosting Swahili news on Citizen TV, presenting the segment titled “Tafakari ya Babu.”
His financial success is evident, with an average monthly income of 800,000 Ksh. However, in April 2015, Swaleh Mdoe, along with several other journalists, faced dismissal from Citizen TV on allegations of corruption. Reports suggest that journalists were accused of accepting money from a politician to suppress news that had already been disclosed.
In 2018, Swaleh took to social media to share his financial struggles, revealing that he was contemplating selling a kidney to overcome his difficulties. Despite these challenges, Swaleh has a notable literary portfolio, with at least six published works. His most recent book, “Mpira wa Killo na Wenzake,” was published in the current year.
