Smriti Vidyarthi Leaves Nation Media Group After 17 Years

Renowned Kenyan journalist Smriti Vidyarthi has announced her departure from the Nation Media Group (NMG) after a long tenure spanning over 16 years.

In a statement, Vidyarthi expressed her gratitude, saying, “Sixteen and a half years of service to the Nation Media Group and to the nation at large. Thank you for trusting me.”

Vidyarthi joined NMG in September 2008, following a stint at K24.

During her time at NTV, NMG’s television arm, she became a familiar face to viewers, anchoring major news bulletins and hosting programs such as NTV Wild Talk, which highlighted wildlife conservation issues, NTV Weekend Edition and  NTV Tonight.

Her journalistic excellence was recognized in 2013 when she received the Media Council’s Annual Journalism Excellence Award in the Television & News Bulletin category. 

Throughout her career, Vidyarthi conducted interviews with a range of influential figures, including U2’s lead singer Bono, and three-time Olympic gold medalist Usain Bolt.

Beyond anchoring and reporting, she also served as a moderator and master of ceremonies for various international organizations.

Recent changes

The media space has recently experienced musical chairs of anchors and journalists switching from one media house to the other.

Among is renowned radio and TV host Eric Latiff who joined the Nation Media Group after leaving the Standard Media Group.

Latiff announced his departure from the Mombasa Road-based media station after about a four-and-a-half-year stint at Spice FM.

Journalist Janet Mbugua also made a comeback to the screens when she joined NTV after about an eight-year break.

Her return was announced by the Group’s Head of Broadcasting Simaloi Dajom, who described Mbugua as someone highly skilled in engaging audiences.

Veteran journalist Ken Mijungu also announced his exit from KTN, where he had worked for four years.

Mijungu joined Cape Media Limited’s TV47.

As of now, Vidyarthi has not disclosed her future plans, leaving many in the industry and her audience eager to see where her next chapter unfolds.