The media fraternity has been thrown into mourning following the death of a former journalist at the Royal Media Services. Veteran radio presenter Martin Kihara Wa Gathua died on Sunday, October 13, 2024.
According to reports, the journalist succumbed to cancer at the Kenyatta University (KU) Hospital where he was admitted.
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Martin Kihara Wa Gathua is a household name in the media industry having worked for Inooro FM, Kayu FM and Uganjo FM.
His brother,Museveni Mugathua Bahati confirmed his demise.
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Mugathua said Martin has been suffering from Lung Cancer and has been at the KU Intensive Care Unit (ICU).
His sudden passing comes just a day after the family made an online appeal for blood donations and financial assistance to cover his mounting medical bills.
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Condolence Messages
His colleagues in the industry mourned him as a hardworking journalist who served his country diligently.
“Sad news. When I visited you in hospital on Sunday, you assured me you will be well. Unfortunately, you have rested. God has done his will. Having worked with you from Inooro FM, Mt Kenya TV, and Gicicio FM and TV. You served the country diligently. RIP Mzee wa Kazi Kihara Gathua,” wrote journalist Macharia Wangui.
Macharia Gachuru, a journalist at the Office of the Deputy President described him as a legend who was dedicated to his work.
“A soldier has rested, a legend and a friend. Rest well mzee wa kazi Kihara Gathua,” Gachuru wrote on X.
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Martin Kihara Wa Gathua Family Appeals for Help
RMS journalist Moses Ngige mourned his colleague and requested to assist the family in clearing the pending hospital bills.
“It’s a dark Sunday. Cancer has taken the life of Kihara wa Gathua. May he Rest in Peace. Help us clear the hospital bill through PAY BILL No. 8059241 and Account No. Martin Kihara Gathua,” he said.
On October 1, John Kamau shared information that the presenter was still admitted at KU Teaching and Referral Hospital.
Kamau said he was in urgent need of a donation of blood platelets to boost his treatment but failed to provide details about the condition or disease.
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