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On the radar: Mambo Mbotela’s memorial service to be held at All Saints Cathedral

Key events and activities happening today.

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by SHARON MWENDE

Realtime14 February 2025 - 08:59
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In Summary


  • Mbotela passed away of February 7.
  • The veteran journalist had been unwell for some time and he breathed his last at around 9:30 am on Friday.

The memorial service for legendary broadcaster Leonard Mambo Mbotela will be held on Friday at the All Saints Cathedral from 2pm.

He will be laid to rest on Saturday, February 15, at 10 am at Lang'ata cemetery.

Mbotela passed away on February 7.

The veteran journalist had been unwell for some time and he breathed his last at around 9:30 am on Friday.

He was famed for his popular radio and TV programme dubbed Jee Huuu ni Ungwana which aired on KBC radio and TV.

The programme was created in 1966 and it enjoyed coverage for about 55 years.

He briefly worked with Kenya Weekly News and the East African Standard before joining KBC. 

Mbotela leaves behind his widow, Alice Mwikali, and their three children: Aida, Jimmy, and George Mbotela.

Valentine’s Day

The City will today be turned into a romantic scene as lovers mark Valentine’s Day.

Hawkers have already opened their businesses, arranging bouquets anticipating to make a killing.

Others have added a few bank notes to the bouquets.

In the case that you are not sure about how to celebrate the day, it is important to remember that there is no wrong way to celebrate Valentine’s Day.

You can book tickets for a night out whether it is for a movie, play or concert. Make sure you buy the tickets early to avoid last-minute panics.

Whatever you choose, be sure to dress up and take a picture together at some point in the night.

The tradition has been a meal at a nice restaurant but you can pull a twist and instead make meals at home.

You can choose to ignore your phones and instead spend the day together, talking about your present and future.

You might also like to create a soundtrack with both of your favourite songs and dance through the list.

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