Facebook Pays Tribute To Yvonne Okwara As Among The Top African Female Trailblazers

Kenyan Tv anchor Yvonne Okwara is undoubtedly one of the best media personalities in the country. Her impeccable prowess in news anchoring is one that never goes un-noticed. She started out as a kid’s show host at KBC (Kenya Broadcasting Corporation).

She has now being recognized by Facebook as among the top African female trailblazers. Wangari Maathai, Julie Gichuru, Lupita Nyong’o, are also among those who have been recognized in the same category.

Joyful Yvonne shared her happiness with her fans on her Insta story to disclose the glorious achievement.

Yvonne Okwara-Matole (@YvonneOkwara) | Twitter
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”And then this year, I’m honoured by Facebook… And many thanks to all the local and regional newsrooms that have carried this story

Thank you KBC, I started out here many, many years ago as a child, presenting a children’s show. Asante for this piece.

That’s me immortalized in this book… Have you downloaded it yet? I’m on page 60

Yaani that’s me they are talking about? See God.”

Fellow news presenters have also congratulated her for the achievement. Okwara keeps her life private but this is something worth sharing. She has made a name for herself in the media industry over the years. She’s one of the best at what she does. Different media houses in Kenya scramble for her services.

From humble beginnings to such an achievement, Okwara truly deserves this.

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Dennis Elnino

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