Late NTV journalist Rita Tinina was discovered dead at her Kilimani apartment on Sunday, March 17. She was found unresponsive by her daughter and house manager in a suspected epileptic attack.
They got concerned when by 10 am she had not woken up.
She was to report to duty Sunday but failed to do so, raising concern at her workplace. They could not reach her on phone. Rita's body was taken to Umash Funeral Home at 5p.
Kenyans have taken to social media to pay tribute to her, noting her work ethic and career in media.
Below is a list of prominent people who eulogised the late journalist:
1. Wavinya Ndeti
The Machakos Governor wrote,
"I have learnt with profound shock the passing on of veteran TV journalist, Rita Tinina. Rita was an accomplished journalist who not only mastered the art of story telling but also connected with her audience with ease and authority. Her contribution to Kenya's media industry was outstanding.
In Rita, Kenya has lost a seasoned media professional who was a role model to upcoming female journalists. My heart goes out to her family friends and the entire media fraternity. May her soul Rest in Eternal Peace."
2. William Kabogo
"My heartfelt sympathy and condolences to family and friends of Rita Tinina, fare thee well my friend."
3. Mohamed Hersi
"Ina Lillahi Wa Ina Illahi Rajioun Sad to learn about the demise of Rita. She helped to bring tourism issues to the fore anytime she had a working trip to Kenya coast. Pole sana to the family , loved ones @ntvkenya family @jageyo."
4. Mark Masai
"Kírafa! RT @RitaTinina, ever calm top-tier journalist. Peaceful soul, may you Rest in Peace. My deepest condolences to her family and friends."
5. Raila Odinga
In times of loss, we reflect on the profound impact individuals like Rita Tinina have had. From her earliest days at NTV, Rita's dedication to journalism left an indelible mark on Kenya's media landscape.
6. Jimmi Wanjigi
"I express my deepest sympathies to the family of Rita Tinina on hearing of her passing. Her contribution to the media industry has been commendable and her loss has left a void that will be felt by many. We honour her memory and the legacy she leaves behind. May her family find peace and comfort during this difficult, time."
7. Lillian Muli
"Life is fickle. I am saddened by the death of my media sister Rita Tinina. Her writing style and reporting was undoubtedly one of the best of our times as a human interest journalist . She was versatile and could execute most stories with such professional ease. RIP Rita."
8. Homa Bay County Governor Gladys Wanga
“Really sad news on Rita Tinina’s passing. My deepest condolences to her family. Rest well Rita.”
9. Dennis Itumbi
“Safiri salama Rita Tinina. In journalism, you remain a great journalist. Despite representing major stations while I worked for smaller media houses, your humility stood out as we covered events together.”
10. Linda Ogutu
“I am who I am because I stood on her shoulders while at NTV. My T9. Go well my darling. Rita Tinina, the hand that held mine and never let go. I am broken….Rest mami,”
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