Since the advent of vernacular Radio stations, the sub-sector has grown tremendously.
Along with the stations comes notably great female presenters who have managed to become household names with time.
Below are some of the iconic female radio presenters we have around.
Wavinya Mwiitu wa Muthiani
Wavinya popularly known as ‘Mwiitu wa Isele’ presenter hosts Semba Semba and Nyangilika shows at Musyi FM radio.
The presenter has been in the media industry for over a decade and is among the long-serving Kamba radio presenters.
Irene Nyanzi
She calls herself ‘Mwela wa town’ and hosts ‘Kyengo kya Atongoi’ at Mbaitu FM. She used to host Amuka na Mbaitu show alongside Nzokolo and also Pozzi sya Mbaitu alongside Selecta Dydecas.
Tina Musembi
Tina began her work in Athiani FM where she worked for over ten years before being pitched by KBC in December last year.
Tina also known as ‘Mama yao was hosting Kitindo kya Athiani show and later Ikinya ya Athukumi while working at Athiani FM.
After moving to Mwatu FM now Tina hosts Mbalya Kikolo and other shows alongside other presenters.
Mercy Mawia
She works at Athiani FM currently hosting Kitiindo show alongside Stano which has made her popular among the listeners.
Also known as ‘Kamuwetangi’ Mercy used to host Ikinya ya Athukumi before