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Journalist

Find the truth and tell stories that matter. Tell Kenya’s stories.

CreatorLeader
Years of study
4
degree
Starting pay
KES 30–70k
per month, starting
Demand
Competitive
more graduates than jobs
Typical entry
C+
KCSE mean grade

A day in the life

  • 08:00Editorial meeting: pick today’s stories.
  • 10:00Interview sources across town.
  • 14:00Write and edit the story.
  • 18:00Story goes live online and on air.

Is it for you?

  • Best for Creators

    Creative storytelling with a mission.

  • With a Leader side

    You'll be the one persuading people and making the calls.

  • Worth knowing

    Your portfolio matters more than your grades.

Your path to becoming a Journalist

Based on the KCSE (8-4-4) route.

  1. 1 Now · Form 2–4

    Focus on these subjects

    EnglishKiswahiliHistoryArt & Design
  2. 2 KCSE

    Aim for C+ overall

    B or better in English and Kiswahili. Apply through KUCCPS after your results.

  3. 3 Study · 4 years

    BA Journalism & Mass Communication

    Offered at UoN, Daystar, Moi, Multimedia University and more.

  4. 4 After · Ongoing

    Build a portfolio

    Publish stories, podcasts and videos, even on your own channels.

Pay and entry grades are indicative and change yearly. Confirm on the KUCCPS portal and with your school's career teacher.

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