Renowned Kenyan journalist, Mercy Juma Okande has announced her exit from the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
Mercy announced her resignation from the BBC after seven and a half years.
During her time at the BBC She covered a range of human-interest topics including women’s rights, climate change, and reproductive health and news.
Taking to social media, the media personality disclosed that she has landed a new role with the World Food Program (WFP).
According to her, the new role will see her head the Communications Department at WFP-Kenya, marking a significant milestone in her decorated career.
“After 7.5 years with #BBC, I’m starting a new chapter. Thrilled to join @WFP_Kenya as Head of Communications.’’
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She moreover assured her fans that the career milestone does not mark the end of story-telling which she enjoys, noting that it will only be a shift in how those stories are told.
“This isn’t a departure from storytelling, it’s a shift in how and where those stories are told. With a focus on narratives rooted in building resilience. #ChangingLives.”
