Yvonne Okwara Lands Top Regional Role Following Citizen TV Exit

Former Citizen TV anchor Yvonne Okwara’s farewell on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, marked a personal milestone as she reflected on her two-decade broadcasting career, expressing gratitude to her mentors, colleagues, and family. She praised the newsroom’s collaborative culture and recognized her News Gang co-panelists for driving national conversations, clarifying that her exit marks the start of a new chapter rather than the end of her journalism journey.

On Wednesday, October 28, 2026, Dennis Itumbi, Head of the Creative Economy and Special Projects in the Office of the President, revealed Okwara’s next career move via social media, pairing the announcement with a political critique. Framing his post under the label “Sponsor Chronicles Bureau”—referencing President William Ruto’s description of former President Uhuru Kenyatta’s political ties—Itumbi implied that Okwara favored opposition interests during her tenure at the station.

He then shared the core update regarding her new post: “She will join Shuga Global, previously known as MTV Staying Alive Foundation, as the Head of Government Relations for East Africa; she will play a great role in the growth of the Creative Economy.”

Shuga Global focuses on behavior change, youth health, and creative media across Africa. Okwara’s appointment to lead government relations across East Africa represents a key strategic role tailored to her extensive media experience and leadership profile.