The sudden death of veteran journalist and Radio Citizen broadcaster Waweru Mburu came as a shock to many. Kenyans still can't believe he is dead. Mr Mburu died on Wednesday evening at the MP Shah Hospital in Nairobi after a long battle with gastric cancer.

Royal Media Services chairman Dr SK Macharia, vice-chair Mrs Gathoni Macharia and Group managing director Wachira Waruru condoled with the family terming Mburu’s death as a blow to Royal Media Services and the media industry.

Known for his signature greeting "Hujambo msikilizaji na karibu kwa yaliyotendeka.." Mburu always left us glued to the radio listening to him do what he loved most. Mburu was never afraid of criticising those in power and speaking his mind. He earned a huge fan base due to his prowess on air. But the question is, who is going to replace the fallen comrade Waweru Mburu?

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Well, Mburu's fans took to social media to eulogise him describing him as the best journalist Kenya has ever produced as well as sending messages of condolences to his family. Here are just some of the messages, go through

"Kutoka studio ni Waweru Mburu nikiaga kwa msemo...fisi akiwa hakimu mbuzi hana haki...the only quote I captured when I was a radio listener Rip," wrote Mohamud

"Don't be ashamed to weep; 'tis right to grieve. Tears are only water, and trees cannot grow without water. But there must be sunlight also. A wounded heart will heal in time, and when it does, the memory and love of our lost one is sealed inside to comfort us, fare thee well," posted Mwinyi

"Then only voice of reason this country ever had. Defied the threats of those in authority even in Moi's era where nobody else dared to speak the truth. No matter how bitter will miss him for sure," Adera said.

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"A man who spoke his mind never tribal and always honest, it's very sad that you are no more,your voice "hujambo msikilizaji,Leo nimekuandalia makala mapya" still lingers in my mind, they say is the sweet lie but is bitter truth ..... Mungu akulaze pema penye wema," Read a post from Sharon.

"Indeed the music has stopped but the message lives on. Will indeed miss your unbiased and authoritative voice. May you sleep in eternal peace Mr. Mburu," Robert wrote.

"I don't think whether we will get a journalist with full of confidence like Waweru Mburu in Kenya!!! May he rest in peace we will miss that sound very unique one....," posted Makau. 

"A true legend, a great journalist. He split opinion like all great mean do.....to many an uthamaki drone he was a source of teeth gnashing fury and scorn;to those averse to tyranny and ethnic orgies of politics,he was a hero,a voice that never stuttered,a resolve that never wavered. I interacted with him on social media. He gave me invaluable insights. I will miss him,as will many others who tread the unbeaten path of open-mindedness.

Fare thee well big guy!your place in history is safe," posted Maina