This archive report was first published on 25 June 2020.
On June 23, 2020, Shix Kapienga, a popular radio host, announced her exit from Hot 96, a radio station under the Royal Media fraternity, on her Instagram page.
According to her post, she will miss the 'crazy nights on air' the most, and her fans seem to have been affected by her departure.
Shix Kapienga expressed her gratitude to her co-host, Rapcha Sayantist, for their amazing shows and the incredible radio journey they shared for years.
Her fans took to the comment section to express their sadness and appreciation for her time on the radio.
Shix Kapienga's exit comes just a few days after the Royal Media radio presenters were issued with redundancy letters, affecting the likes of Syombua Osiany, John Maloba, and Himenigilder Mugeni.
It is unclear whether the station plans to replace the fired journalists, but rumors suggest that the Royal Media employees suffered a 30% pay cut following the outbreak of the Coronavirus pandemic.
Managing Director Wachira Waruru issued a statement explaining the temporary pay cut, stating that it was necessary to see the company through the pandemic.
Shix Kapienga's departure from Hot 96 will undoubtedly be felt, but she has made a name for herself in the entertainment industry.
