- Preparations are underway for the burial of veteran journalist Herman Igambi, who succumbed to brain cancer on Monday
- Igambi, who had been diagnosed with the disease in 2015, had undergone several surgeries, including brain and eye operations, which left him frail and bedridden
- His wife, Susan Igambi, emotionally recounted his struggle, revealing that he suffered a stroke in August and spent his last four months unable to speak
Veteran journalist and former Citizen TV Managing Editor Herman Igambi has passed away, marking the end of a harrowing nine-year battle with brain cancer.
Diagnosed in 2015, Igambi’s fight against the devastating disease saw him undergo a series of grueling surgeries, including eye and brain procedures, that left him severely weakened and ultimately claimed his life.
Igambi spent most of his retirement in his ancestral home in Burunda, Saboti Constituency, Trans-Nzoia County, where he found solace despite his deteriorating health.
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In August of this year, his condition worsened after suffering a debilitating stroke that paralyzed his left side and left him unable to speak.
For the last four months, the once-vibrant journalist was bedridden, his body ravaged by the relentless progression of his illness.
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Family members, including his wife, Susan Igambi, recounted the painful toll the disease took on him. “Alipotoka kazini alianza kuwa mdhaifu… katika hiyo hali alipata matibabu mbalimbali,” she shared, describing his long struggle with both surgeries and complications that weakened him further.
Igambi’s illustrious career in journalism spanned decades, during which he left an indelible mark on the industry.
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He worked with Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC), Kenya Television Network (KTN), and Citizen TV, where he became a revered figure for his excellence and mentorship.
Colleagues and protégés, including celebrated journalists like Catherine Kasavuli, credited him with shaping their careers and lauded his dedication and professionalism.
As news of his passing spread, neighbors and friends gathered at his home to mourn and celebrate his legacy. “Mtu mzima kulala chini miezi nne sio rahisi… wacha alale mahali pema peponi,” said Rosemary Murunda, one of his neighbors. Others remembered him as a loving family man and a trailblazer who nurtured media talent across Kenya.
Preparations for Igambi’s burial are underway, with the family and the journalism fraternity rallying to honor his legacy.
