Mwalim Mbaruk, a popular radio presenter, has resigned from Radio Maisha, a Kenyan station owned by the Standard Media Group.
His exit comes in the wake of a series of departures from the station, which has lost several presenters over the last few days.
In a statement, Mbaruk expressed his gratitude to Radio Maisha for giving him a chance to work with them and said that he was leaving the station with a great deal of experience.
“Tarehe 2, mwezi wa tatu, itasalia kwenye kumbukizi daima. Siku ninayotamatisha safari yangu Radio Maisha, angalau kwa sasa! Wallahi haukua uamuzi rahisi. (March 2, 2023, will remain a day I will never forget. On this day I completed my journey at Radio Maisha, at least for now! It was a very hard decision),” he said in the statement.
Mbaruk did not disclose his future plans, but sources have indicated that he is headed to Radio 47, which is owned by Cape Media. Radio 47 is a relatively new station that has been gaining popularity among listeners in Kenya. It is known for its focus on local news and entertainment.
Mbaruk’s departure is the latest in a string of exits from Radio Maisha, with other presenters such as Billy Miya, Geoffrey Mung’ou, Beatrice Maganga, and Linda Oriaso all leaving for Radio 47.
The exodus is a major setback for Radio Maisha, which has been one of the leading radio stations in Kenya. The Standard Media Group, which owns the station, has been struggling financially and has implemented cost-cutting measures, including staff layoffs, to stay afloat.
