Former Nation Journalist Kitavi Mutua Passes Away Following Snake Bite
KITUI, Kenya — The media fraternity and the residents of Ukambani are mourning the sudden passing of veteran journalist Kitavi Mutua. Mr. Mutua passed away on Friday, October 30, while undergoing treatment in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at the Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral and Research Hospital.
The long-serving Daily Nation correspondent died following complications from a venomous snake bite sustained at his home in Kitui South, Kitui County. Reports indicate that the snake bite occurred approximately a week prior to his admission, after which his medical condition rapidly deteriorated, necessitating urgent specialized care.
Throughout his distinguished career with the Nation Media Group (NMG), Mr. Mutua established himself as a dedicated regional reporter whose journalism brought local issues from the Ukambani region to the national stage.
He wrote extensively on diverse subjects including politics, climate action, health, and devolution. Ironical to his tragic cause of death, he had also reported frequently on the persistent human-wildlife conflicts and snake bite menace affecting residents across Kitui County.
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News of his passing triggered a wave of condolences from journalists, community members, and political leaders.
Kitui Woman Representative Irene Kasalu remembered Mutua as a generous mentor who guided her political communication early in her career.
Former Kitui Governor Charity Ngilu eulogized him as a distinguished professional and a devoted friend whose work deeply impacted the community.
Colleagues have remembered Mr. Mutua for his humility, unwavering integrity, and passion for rural reporting. His death leaves a notable gap in regional development reporting. Funeral arrangements will be announced by the family in due course.
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