Veteran Kenyan broadcaster Charles Omuga Kabisae has died after a prolonged illness. He passed away on August 11, 2025, and his body has been taken to a Nairobi morgue as the family begins funeral arrangements.
Kabisae, known nationwide for his dignified delivery of Matangazo Maalum Na Ya Vifo (special death announcements) on the Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC), began his career at the KBC Dholuo Service in Kisumu before moving to the Kiswahili Service in the early 1990s.
His distinct voice and professionalism made him a household name and one of Kenya’s most respected radio personalities.
Tributes from colleagues and fans have described him as a “gentle giant” and a mentor to younger broadcasters. Funeral details will be announced in the coming days.