This archive report was first published on 10 December 2019.
Kenyan journalism is a lucrative career, with top news anchors and radio presenters earning significant salaries. According to various sources, some of the highest paid news anchors and radio presenters in Kenya include:
Top 5 Highest Paid News Anchors and Radio Presenters in Kenya ¶
- Salim Swaleh: Ksh 350,000 - Ksh 500,000 per month
- Shaffie Weru: Ksh 350,000 - Ksh 500,000 per month
- Mbusi: Ksh 650,000 - Ksh 700,000 per month
- Munene Nyaga: Ksh 300,000 - Ksh 600,000 per month
These figures are based on reports from 2017 and may have changed since then. Salim Swaleh, for example, was previously an editor at Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) before joining Citizen TV, where he anchors Swahili news.
Shaffie Weru, a popular radio presenter and entertainer, built his brand at Radio Africa's Kiss 100, where he hosted the Big Breakfast alongside Adelle Onyango. Mbusi, who moved from Ghetto Radio to Radio Jambo, reportedly earns a double salary at his current job.
