This archive report was first published on 24 June 2020.
Comedian and radio presenter Jalang'o has been making headlines after losing his job at MediaMax's Milele FM. In a recent interview, Jalang'o revealed that he has received six job offers from various radio stations.
"I have received calls from six radio stations who want to hire my services. However, I will take a step back and see how the progress develops," Jalang'o told a local media house.
Despite the job offers, Jalang'o is currently focusing on building his brand through Arena Media and his YouTube channel. He believes that digital platforms hold the key to generating significant income.
MediaMax's recent wave of sackings has left many in the media industry reeling. Jalang'o and news anchor Betty Kyalo are among the most high-profile victims of the layoffs.
The media industry in Kenya has been facing turbulence, with several media houses struggling financially. The sackings at MediaMax have left many journalists without jobs, including Kiswahili news anchor Nancy Onyancha, Job Mwaura, Ken Wariahe, Isabella Kituri, Caroline Wambui, Shukri Wachu, Apollo Kamau, Mercy Milanoi, Joy Kiruki, Gloria Milimu, Kimani Githuku, Dennis Matara, Tony Kwalanda, Fred Indimuli, Ken Bosire, Patrick Wachira, Joel Omoto, Nduta, Apopo Mujema, Sarah Adam, Zacharry Ochuodho, Shiko Mwenda, Rose Gakuo, Shon Osimbo, Karen Knaust, Victor Oloo, Seth Onyango, Munene Nyamu, Karen Kibet, Douglas Omari, Murimi Mutiga, Persia Kinyua, Brenda Cheruiyot, Caleb Ratemo, Joy Kiruki, Younice, Nancy Onyancha, Charity Kiama, Alice Nyanjao, Shadrack Mulei, Milcah Ayoslee, Sarah Kanyara, Dan Kazungu, Eric Njoka, Eric Ahoy Murithi, Chris Mburu, Steve mburu, Sarah Kanyara, Sarah Kamau, Kipkeoch Kimugo, and Veronica Mwangi.
