Veteran journalist Jeff Koinange has made a heartfelt and surprising personal revelation. The 60-year-old broadcaster disclosed, during a teaser for his upcoming podcast Off The Record, that he recently discovered he has a 30-year-old daughter from a past relationship.
In the emotional clip, Jeff openly stated:
“The other day I found out that I have a 30-year-old daughter. From her mother.”
He went on to explain the circumstances, saying:
“I was married for seven years to a flight attendant when I was living in the US. We fell out of love. It was excruciating.”
Jeff also revealed that even after the painful separation, he and his ex-wife have remained on good terms.
“We are still in touch. We communicate digitally,” he said.
The journalist did not disclose his daughter’s name or whether they have met, but the confession has already sparked widespread reactions online.
Public Reactions
The news has elicited mixed reactions from Kenyans on social media. While some expressed shock and sympathy, others praised Jeff for being open about his personal life at this stage in his career. Several fans have also wished him well as he navigates this new family dynamic.
This revelation comes at a time when the veteran broadcaster has been reflecting more openly on life, family, and legacy—topics he rarely touched on publicly in the past.new podcast, which will feature high-profile guests including Maina Kageni and Cess Mutungi.
Many believe the personal stories he shares on the show will give fans a deeper look into his life beyond the newsroom.
Jeff’s Past Marriage and Current Life
Jeff was previously married for seven years while based in the United States. He has described the divorce as one of the most difficult periods of his life, calling it “excruciating.”
Despite the challenges, he has maintained a cordial relationship with his ex-wife.
He is currently married to his wife, Shaila Koinange, and has often spoken about finding peace and stability in his current marriage after the turbulence of his previous one.
