- Leonard Mambo Mbotela, famous for his late Jee period, died this morning at the age of 85
- As soon as his family spread the news of his death, many Kenyans appeared on social media to mourn the journalist
- Many praised his long -standing work of radio and TV that lasted for decades and brought a real impact on people
Kenyans have appeared on social networks to mourn the departure of veteran journalist Leonard Mama Mbotela.
The famous journalist for his episode, “Is this a fairness” he died this morning according to information released by his family. His family said he died after a short illness.
His fans and Kenyans generally joined his family to mourn his death, which took place on 9.30 am on Friday, February 7.
He died at the age of 85.
Kenyans participated to pay their respects
Here are some comments:
Abuga Makori wrote:
“Things Mbotela made the media path. Radio reforms in Kenya are directly linked to him. He saved the first Republic from the 1982 Revolution.
Milton Mwaivu said:
“My condolences to his family of a man who had a rich history of Kenya and who served his country with dedication and love. Sleep the hero.”
Kimbo said:
“The real veteran. The end of the era of course. Rest in peace.”
Henry Gatune said:
“May his soul rest in eternal peace.”
Leonard's Expert Work
Mbotela began his career in 1964, in the voice of Kenya, now the Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC).
In the next five decades, he became one of the most prominent journalists, known for his deep voice and Swahili fluent.
He played an important role in focusing on the 1982 coup attempt when he announced the rebel seizure.
His commitment to the quality of the media inspired many generations of journalists in the country.
What is the source of Leonard's death
How TUKO.co.ke reported, the daughter of the journalist announced her death this morning, citing the cause of her death as a temporary illness.
Mbotela has left the wife, Alice Mwakali and three children, Aida, Jimmy and George Mbotela.
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Source: TUKO.co.ke
