Legendary Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) broadcaster Leonard Mambo Mbotela has passed. He was 85.
His family confirmed that he died on Friday morning in a Nairobi hospital where he was receiving treatment.
Mbotela, famously known for his iconic show “Je, Huu Ni Uungwana?” on the national broadcaster, was a household name with a career in radio and television that spanned several decades.
His distinctive voice filled the airwaves during live soccer commentaries and major national events, captivating audiences across the country.
He joined Kenya Broadcasting Corporation, then known as Voice of Kenya (VoK), in 1964 and provided commentary on numerous history-defining moments. He also had stints at the Presidential Press Service.
After retirement, he served as a member of the National Heroes Council.
