28 June 2024

• His family said Mutegi died peacefully on Thursday evening at around 7 pm.

Former Citizen TV news anchor Mutegi Njau has passed away. Mutegi passed away on June 27, weeks after he suffered a stroke that resulted in his admission to the Intensive Care Unit.

Mutegi’s death was confirmed by his family who eulogized him as a generous man who was full of humor.

"He was not only the cornerstone of our family but also a cherished figure in our community. We are currently in the process of arranging his funeral and will share the details within the next day or two. Your presence would be greatly appreciated as we gather to honor his memory," the statement said.

His family said Mutegi died peacefully on Thursday evening at around 7 pm.

“Dad was a remarkable man whose generosity, sense of humour, and dedication to his career left a lasting impact on everyone he met,” read part of the family statement.

Mutegi, whose illustrious media career spanned decades, worked at leading media houses including Royal Media Services.

He was a resident analyst on Citizen TV’s ‘Cheche’ power breakfast show.

His journey in media began in 1979, with his passion blossoming from the days of Kenya's founding president Mzee Jomo Kenyatta.

The family described him as the cornerstone of the family and a cherished figure in the community.

Mutegi, who mentored many journalists past and present, was known for his attention to detail and mastery of the trade.

“During this difficult time, please keep our family in your thoughts and prayers. We are deeply grateful for your continued support and for the love and friendship you extended to Dad throughout his life,” the family added.

His former co-host David Makali took to social media to remember him

“Devastated by the passing on of senior colleague, co-host and panelist Mutegi Njau. May your toil on this earth be rewarded and your memory last forever among those you mentored and gifted, or who savoured your goodness,” Makali said.

Head of Deputy Presidential Communication Service Njeri Rugene mourned him saying:

"Mutegi Njau made an indelible mark in Kenya's Journalism. He trained many of us. He has left a rich legacy. It is time to rest. Rest in Peace Senior," Njeru Rugene said.

Phillip Etale

I remember his advice to me when he was my boss at the @citizentvkenya “Etale, a good journalist writes facts and facts alone. You don’t need hearsay to make a good journalist, dig in deeper and you will be incredibly successful in your career”… RIP Mutegi Njau