Immanuel Ndung’u: Why I Chose Kenya Over the UK | A Journey of Journalism & Digital Storytelling

In this episode of Untethered Conversations, we sit down with Immanuel Ndung’u; a News Anchor and Reporter at Citizen TV Kenya and Hot 96 FM. We unpack the real story behind his bold move from the UK back to Kenya and into the heart of the country’s media landscape. From growing up in the UK to making the life-changing decision to return, Immanuel opens up about the values, moments & family influences that pulled him toward journalism. He shares how competitive sports especially cycling shaped his discipline and mindset & how that drive eventually landed him his first break in sports reporting at Hot 96 FM. We then trace his move from radio to the Citizen TV news desk & how he’s learning to thrive in an industry that is being reshaped by digital platforms. In this conversation, we get into: The role his parents and education played in guiding his decisions How cycling and competitive sport shaped his work ethic and resilience How he landed his first sports reporting job at Hot 96 FM The transition from radio journalism to TV news anchoring at Citizen TV The evolution of storytelling in the digital age Real & practical advice for aspiring journalists and content creators who want to build a meaningful career This is a conversation about purpose, career pivot, storytelling and having the courage to choose the path that aligns with who you are. #UntetheredConversations #ImmanuelNdungu #Journalism #CitizenTV #DigitalStorytelling #ContentCreation #Podcast #Kenya