The media industry has lost a true icon with the death of Charles Omuga Kabisae. Veteran broadcaster Omuga Kabisae dies. He was veteran radio broadcaster known for his distinctive voice and remarkable career. What’s Omuga Kabisae’s cause of death? Kabisae, who had an extensive tenure at Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC), died after a prolonged battle with illness, according to a source who spoke to TUKO.co.ke.”He was ill,” the source said. The sad news was confirmed by a family member on Tuesday, August 12. Kabisae became a household name in Kenya, particularly admired for his exceptional news reporting and his ability to deliver sensitive announcements, including death notices and special broadcasts.
He was especially well-known for his role in delivering matangazo maalum and matangazo ya vifo (special and death announcements), an aspect of broadcasting that he carried out with unmatched professionalism and dignity. Charles Omuga Kabisae’s career A popular X account, Dholuo Dictionary, previously profiled the veteran broadcaster. He began his career as a news and death/special announcement anchor for KBC Dholuo (Kisumu) before shifting to KBC Kiswahili in the early 1990s. Tattended Muslim Secondary School before transferring to KMC in the late 1970s/early 1980s. He was born in Kisumu County, Kisumu East Sub-County, and Nyamasaria. The news of his passing has drawn tributes and condolences from fans and colleagues on social media.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
