Ken Mijungu Fired From TV47 Barely Two Weeks After Joining

Barely two weeks after joining TV47, celebrated Kenyan journalist Ken Mijungu has parted ways with the station.

The abrupt departure, confirmed through a letter obtained by Kenya Insights, appears to have been a decision initiated by Mijungu himself, though the specific reasons remain undisclosed.

In a letter dated Friday, February 21, 2025, addressed to Cape Media management—TV47’s parent company—Mijungu formally requested time off to reflect on his engagement with the media house.

The letter also hinted at his intent to terminate his contract, signed just weeks earlier on January 31, 2025, well ahead of its agreed term.

Cape Media’s response came swiftly. In a reply dated February 22, 2025, HR Manager Lilian Makandi acknowledged Mijungu’s request and confirmed that management had decided to revoke the service agreement effective immediately.

“We acknowledge receipt of your email dated February 21, 2025, in which you requested time off to reflect on your engagement with the company,” the letter read in part. “Having considered the matter, Management has taken the decision to revoke the Service Agreement dated January 31, 2025. This decision takes effect from February 22, 2025.”

Despite the termination, Makandi’s tone remained cordial, leaving the door open for potential future collaborations.

“This development notwithstanding, we shall be pleased to engage with you on future possibilities. The management wishes you the best in your future endeavours,” she added.

Mijungu’s short-lived stint at TV47 marks another chapter in the seasoned journalist’s dynamic career.

Neither Mijungu nor Cape Media has publicly elaborated on the “unmentioned issues” alluded to in his resignation.

As of now, Mijungu has not commented publicly on his next steps.