Who is Jeff Koinange?
Jeff Koinange, born on January 7, 1966, is a leading Kenyan journalist and media figure. He is widely recognized for hosting “Jeff Koinange Live” on Citizen TV and co-hosting a morning show on HOT 96 FM. Koinange’s distinguished career includes roles at CNN, where he earned an Emmy for his reporting on the Niger famine, as well as work at K24. Additionally, he is a published author, with his autobiography “Through My African Eyes” released in 2014.
Jeff Koinange nationality, age and birthday
Koinange was born on January 7, 1966, in Nairobi, Kenya, and his zodiac sign is Capricorn.
Jeff Koinange height and weight
Koinange stands about 5 feet 8 inches (173 cm) tall and weighs roughly 75 kg (165 lbs). He is easily recognizable by his bald head and dark brown eyes. His charismatic presence and confident manner are notable features on television.
Jeff Koinange educational background
Koinange’s educational journey began at St. Mary’s School in Nairobi, where he completed his A-levels in 1984. He then pursued an associate degree in broadcast technology and management at Kingsborough Community College in Brooklyn, New York, from 1987 to 1989. Following this, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Journalism from New York University between 1989 and 1991.
Jeff Koinange spouse and children
Koinange is married to Shaila Koinange, a Kenyan of Asian descent, and they wed in 1998. Together, they have a son, Jamal Mbiyu Koinange, who was born in 2007.
Jeff parents and siblings
Koinange’s parents were Frederick Mbiyu Koinange and Hilda Wambui Ngoima, with his father passing away just two months after his birth. He has three siblings: Freddie Koinange, Phyllis Wangui, and Hilda Wanjiru.
Jeff career
Koinange, born on January 7, 1966, in Kenya, attended St. Mary’s High School before pursuing higher education in the United States. He graduated with an associate degree from Kingsborough Community College in Brooklyn, New York, from 1987 to 1989, and later earned a Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Journalism from New York University between 1989 and 1991.
Koinange began his career at Kenya’s national broadcaster KTN and went on to work for Reuters Television from 1995 to 2001, where he covered Africa and served as chief producer. He also held producer roles at NBC News in 1994 and ABC News from 1991 to 1992. His tenure at CNN from 2001 to 2007 saw him reporting on major events such as the Darfur crisis, civil wars in Liberia and Sierra Leone, and the famine in Niger, for which he won an Emmy Award. He also reported on Hurricane Katrina and the Iraq War before leaving CNN in 2007.
After leaving CNN, Koinange joined K24 in Kenya as a news anchor and hosted the Capital Talk Show. He currently hosts “Jeff Koinange Live” on Citizen TV and a breakfast show on HOT 96 FM. Additionally, he serves as a judge on East Africa’s Got Talent. His awards include an Emmy Award for his coverage of the Niger famine (2005), a George Foster PEABODY award for Hurricane Katrina coverage (2006), and the Vernon Jarret Bronze Medal for ‘Best Feature’ on ‘Mass Rapes in the Congo’ (2006). He was also honored with the Moran of The Burning Spear (MBS) by President Mwai Kibaki in 2008. Koinange authored the book “Through My African Eyes” in 2014, reflecting on his career and personal experiences.
Jeff net worth and salary
Koinange is among the highest-paid media figures in Kenya, earning about KSh 2 million monthly from his positions at Citizen TV and Hot 96. His estimated net worth is approximately $5 million.
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