Who is Swaleh Mdoe? | Swaleh Mdoe Biography and Wiki

Swaleh Mdoe is a Kenyan Swahili journalist filling in for Royal Media Services owned station, Citizen TV Kenya. Ranked as one of the best Kiswahili news anchors in Kenya, Mdoe is well-known for his segment of ‘Tafakari ya Babu’ during his broadcasts, is the Managing Editor for Citizen TV and reads the 7 pm News.

Swaleh Mdoe Age | Birthday

Mdoe is 51 years old as of 2019, he was born on May 23, 1968, in Kenya. He celebrates his birthday on May 23rd every year. He will be 52 years old on May 23rd, 2020.

Swaleh Mdoe Height

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Swaleh Mdoe Education

Mdoe attended Tudor Day School in Mombasa for his Kenya Certificate of Education (KCE) which paved his way for him to join Media Institute for a Diploma in Human Rights and Media Course. He is also a proud graduate of Malaspina University-College (2003-2005), where he moved out having earned his Bachelor of Communication in Media Studies.

Swaleh Mdoe Family

Swaleh Mdoe Father

Mdoe is the son of Ali Buki and his wife whose name is still under review. Swaleh’s dad passed away in 2019, having suffered from throat cancer for a long time. Mdoe says he got a call on a Sunday afternoon in Malindi, Kilifi County confirming that his dear father had died at around 12:40 PM.

“He has been sick for some time. He had been residing in Mombasa with his family before he was moved to Malindi where the elder sister resides. For the past one month he has been in Malindi and on Tuesday this week, he was discharged from Malindi hospital. Today at around 12:40 I was called by my aunt who informed me that my dad had passed away.”

He moreover confirms that the health of his dad had been deteriorating for the last one month after he was admitted to Malindi Hospital. Leaders and media personalities from different parts of the nation sent their messages of condolences to the family of the deceased following the loss. According to Mdoe, Mzee Buki was to be laid to rest in Malindi.

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Swaleh Mdoe Wife

Speaking of his personal life, Swaleh is a married man. However, in 2014, Swaleh was taken to court by a lady, Fauzia Ahmed, claiming that he sired a child with her and had neglected the responsibilities. She stated that the two were in a relationship since 2001 and that the child was allegedly born in 2004.

However, Swaleh denied the allegation saying that he only knew her while he was working at a media organization in 2001 where Fauzia worked as an intern. The court upon enquiring what the lady wanted, stated that the court to attach part of his salary for maintenance of the child.

As if not the end, another lady, Baristar Bellah, sparked controversy after sharing her photos with Mdoe having a good time. Going by her Instagram posts, Bella is a lawyer, feminist and human rights activist working in Nairobi. Ms. Bella is not new to those who watch the news, as she was once interviewed by Swaleh on Citizen TV some times back.

Swaleh Mdoe Selling His Kidney

In the year 2018, celebrated and one of the oldest and respected TV anchors in the country, Swaleh Mdoe announced to Kenyans that he was selling one of his kidneys for Sh2.5 Million to sort some pressing financial problems.

He stated that he was looking for a buyer for his kidney adding: “I would even be placing a newspaper advert if that is what it takes to get a worthy client.”

“I have decided to sell one of my kidneys after consulting my doctor on the matter. I have some pressing financial issues that I want to offset and all I can think of right now is selling my kidney. Feel free to share my mobile phone number (0722733130). I need to do this urgently,” Mdoe said.

Upon questioned why he wanted to take such action, he stated, “I don’t really want to bother people. I don’t. I can live with one kidney. I can not get money from any other avenues since I have loans from banks and SACCOs that I am currently servicing.”

He also explained that he had sought a doctor’s consultation before resorting to the drastic measure. He noted that he would rather sell his kidney than engage in criminal activities to raise the money he needed.

When questioned on how his decision would affect his position as a role model in society, Mdoe explained that it was voluntary and nobody should feel obligated to do so. “Let people sell their body organs if they need to, as long as it is voluntarily done so,” he stated.

That same year, he after a while from announcing about his kidney selling, announced again that he had dropped the plan and will instead solicit contributions from well-wishers. He took to Twitter to announce that after seeing the goodwill Kenyans had offered him, he had set up a pay bill number to receive contributions.

“Kufuatia wito wa watu wengi walionipigia simu wakiniomba nisiuze Figo yangu bali watanichangia Pesa kidogo, nimekubali na nimepata pay bill no 458345 (Following the requests by many people who called me pleading with me not to sell my kidney as they would help me with a little money, I have accepted and set up a pay bill number 458345),” Mdoe tweeted.

Swaleh Mdoe Salary

Mdoe is alleged to be earning in excess of 750,000/- as his monthly income.

Swaleh Mdoe Net Worth

Mdoe has not revealed his net worth. He is a simple person and never likes to attract public attention by publicly displaying his wealth. However, this section is under review, we will update you when details about his net worth are revealed.

Swaleh Mdoe Facts and Body Measurements

Here are some interesting facts you don’t want to miss about Swaleh Mdoe.

Full Name: Swaleh Mdoe
Age/ How Old?: 51
Date of Birth: May 23rd, 1968
Place of Birth: Kenya
Education‎: Tudor Day School, Media Institute, Malaspina University-College.
Birthday: May 23rd
Nationality: Kenyan
Father’s Name: Ali Buki
Mother’s Name: Under Review
Siblings: Under Review
Married?: Yes
Children/ Kids: Under Review
Height/ How tall?: Under Review
Weight: Under Review
Profession: Journalist
Net worth: Under Review

Swaleh Mdoe Career

Swaleh began his career in 2001 when he was contributing to shipping items at Nation Media Groups. From there, he has filled in, in different fields, including as a Swahili reporter on BBC from 1995 to 1999, as the Deputy Chairman Publicity Committee of the Mombasa The Agricultural Society of Kenya from 1996 to 1997, as Deputy Chairman Publicity Committee of the Mombasa The Agricultural Society of Kenya (1991-1992) and as the Shipping Clerk with several companies on part-time contracts for about one year.

As an actor, Mdoe portrayed as the Columnist on Darubini Yetu, KDeputy Chairman Publicity Committee of the Mombasa The Agricultural Society of Kenya Times Newspaper.

Between January 1991 and November 1991, Swale was the Columnist on Darubini Yetu, KDeputy Chairman Publicity Committee of the Mombasa The Agricultural Society of Kenya Times Newspaper.

Swaleh Mdoe Citizen Tv

Mdoe has furthermore worked with Kenya’s most known local television stations, NTV and KTN TVs from 1999 – 2001 and 2001 – 2007 respectively. From 2007 to present he has been the Managing Editor and a Kiswahili News Anchor with Citizen TV of Royal Media Services, reading the 7 pm news in Swahili.

In April 2015, Citizen TV suspended Mdoe for corruption allegations. He was suspended together with Mwanahamisi Hamadi, Shisia Wasilwa, Yusuf Ali, Kimeli Arap Kimei others Citizen TV presenters after discoveries were made, that the journalists received money from a prominent Kenyan politician in order to ‘kill’ a story about him even after the story had already run in the highlights.

The politician is said to have been involved in a blowup in the 2015 Kajiado by-election where he was rude and abused some journalists covering the event.

Swaleh Mdoe Job History|Swaleh Mdoe Citizen Tv

Between March 2007 and August 2013, he was the Managing Editor- Kiswahili service/ Cum News Anchor at Citizen Tv Swahili bulletin, Nipashe.

Provide leadership to the News staff for Kiswahili section: Reporters/ Stringers/Camerapersons/ News Editors.
Plan and laying out strategies for daily news coverage / Features.
Presenting Live Television News and a Talk-Show Ana Kwa Ana (Face To Face)
Final Editing and Translation of Kiswahili items: scripts, footage, and graphics for broadcasting.
Production of daily news bulletins and other programs, ie: Allocating assignments, Sourcing / Gathering information.
Researching news background information to enrich stories / Features.
Oversee the implementation of the editorial policies/and company’s objectives.
Convene and chair regular editorial meetings.
Participating in Editorial and other product development meetings.
Establish and maintain contacts/relationships with other media houses/ agencies and other stakeholders.
Monitor on-air output to ensure quality and consistency in the delivery of News.
Advising the Management on strategic issues, viewing patterns and make recommendations to relevant managers.

Between July 2001 and January 2007, he was the Lead News Anchor- KTN Leo- Swahili Bulletin.

Production of informative, objective, relevant and well-presented Kiswahili news bulletins and current affairs programs.
Presenting Live Television News in Kiswahili and, if need be, English.
Final Editing and Translation of Kiswahili items by preparing the scripts, footage, and graphics for broadcasting.
Organizing, Supervising and Coordinating all Kiswahili News team activities.
To source news articles and maintain contacts with sources and agencies, etc.
Keeping abreast of the best practice, the competition and trends in the television industry.
To identify and recommend recruitment of Kiswahili Reporters and Correspondents.
To participate in Editorial and other product development meetings.

Between December 1999 and January 2001 he was a Tv Presenter at Nation Media Group; Kiswahili Radio / TV Presenter

Presenting news bulletins on ( Nation 96.4 FM) and TV in Kiswahili.
Sourcing and gathering news copies for Radio and TV.
Editing Programs from district Correspondents, News Sources and the Audio Technology ( DTI) computer system.
Recording and editing audio using the LAN radio system and digital
Audio Recorders.
Translating and editing news scripts from English to Kiswahili.
Proof-reading Kiswahili copies for radio and TV.

Swaleh Mdoe Books

In May 2018, Swaleh Mdoe officially announced his sixth publication, a book titled Mpira wa Kilo na wenzake.

2019: TV News Anchoring: A Guide to Professional Newscasting

Citizen TV Anchors and Reporters

His fellow news team at Citizen TV include:

Swaleh Mdoe Awards and Achievements

Mdoe legacy ranges from local to international and to humanitarian causes. He is undoubted, a fine Swahili journalist as outlined in the following awards and accomplishments: — In February 2004, he received a recognition award-star of Excellence Award (SOEA) from Daystar University in the media personality of the year, a category awarded to individuals for excellence in Leadership and Service.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Swaleh Mdoe

Who is Swaleh Mdoe?

Mdoe is a well-known news reporter/anchor for Citizen TV Kenya. Prior to joining Citizen TV, he filled in as an anchor at Kenya’s local television stations, NTV and KTN.

How old is Mdoe?

Mdoe is a Kenyan national born on May 23rd, 1968, in Kenya.

How tall is Mdoe?

Mdoe has not shared his height with the public. His height will be listed once we have it from a credible source.

Is Mdoe married?

Swaleh is a married man. However, in 2014, Swaleh was taken to court by a lady, Fauzia Ahmed, claiming that he sired a child with her and had neglected the responsibilities. She stated that the two were in a relationship since 2001 and that the child was allegedly born in 2004.

How much is Mdoe worth?

Mdoe has not yet revealed his net worth. We will update this section when we get and verify information about the wealth and properties under his name.

How much does Mdoe make?

Mdoe is alleged to be earning in excess of 750,000/- as his monthly income.

Where does Mdoe live?

He is a resident of Nairobi, Kenya, we shall upload pictures of her house as soon as we have them.

Is Mdoe dead or alive?

Mdoe is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.

Where is Mdoe Now?

Mdoe is pursuing his career in journalism. He is working as a news reporter at Citizen TV since 2007.

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