A Long Run Ends
Veteran Kenyan journalist Ramah Nyang has left CGTN after 14 years with the international broadcaster. His departure was announced during his final edition of Global Business Africa on Tuesday, September 1.
A long chapter was brought to a close. Nyang reflected on years spent following Africa’s changing business landscape.
“On a more personal note, this is where my 14-year run on Global Business Africa comes to an end,” he said during the broadcast.
Watching Africa Change
Nyang said the role had given him a close view of Africa’s economic shifts. Capital moved. Ideas spread. New markets emerged. Those changes were followed through major financial events. Business leaders and political figures were also interviewed over the years.
The work was sometimes taken beyond the studio. Nyang recalled reporting from places such as Mount Kilimanjaro.
“It’s been fascinating charting the ebb and flow of capital and ideas,” he said.
He also thanked viewers for staying with the programme. Their feedback, he said, had been valued throughout his time on air.
“I certainly don’t take it for granted,” Nyang added.
Career Built in Kenya
Before joining CGTN in 2012, Nyang had already made his mark in Kenyan broadcasting. He worked as an anchor and reporter at KTN. The station was then part of the Standard Group.
He later worked with Radio Africa Group. His roles included work at Kiss TV. His career was built around business and current affairs. Major economic events were covered, along with fiscal policy and corporate developments.
Interviews were also conducted with African leaders. Senior executives from across the continent were featured.
What Comes Next?
Nyang has not announced his next move. His departure comes as Kenya’s media industry faces another period of change. Several prominent journalists have recently moved into new roles.
Some have also shown interest in politics. The 2027 General Election is expected to draw more media personalities into public life.
For now, Nyang’s next chapter remains unclear.
His final broadcast marked the end of a long television career at CGTN. For 14 years, Africa’s business story had been told through his familiar presence on screen.
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