Catherine Kasavuli has worked for several prominent television stations in the past, such as The Kenyan Broadcasting Corporation where she currently works, Citizen Television, and Kenya Television Network.
She is Kenya’s first female news anchor, a legend to some and a pioneer to many.
Unfortunately, following a cervical cancer diagnosis, TV queen Catherine Kasavuli is hospitalized at Kenyatta National Hospital and needs blood donation immediately.
In this article, I will explore Catherine Kasavuli’s first job ever, the salary she was paid, and how it has helped to shape the person she is today.
Catherine Kasavuli attended Ngara Girls High School and was born and raised in Nairobi West.
In March 1990, Catherine was a member of the founding team that saw the first privately owned station go on air.
It is not often that you find someone who is as passionate about their work as Catherine Kasavuli.
For her, every day is an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those she comes into contact with.
This passion was evident from a young age, as she took on her first job ever in 1980; when her uncle encouraged her to try media, after hearing her read the Bible and pray before dinner.
She may not have known it then, but this job would shape the course of her life and career to the pedestal she stands on and the crown she wears today.
Her journey in the media began in 1980
Catherine Kasavuli’s media journey began in 1980 when she landed her first job.
Two years into it, she joined the Kenya Institute of Mass Communication. She quickly rose through the ranks, becoming one of the most celebrated news anchors in Kenya.
Catherine Kasavuli’s first job and salary
Catherine Kasavuli’s first job ever was as a Continuity Announcer. The person who introduces the upcoming show on a radio or television station.
The job attracted a salary of Ksh 1,500 a month for her work.
Kasavuli is one of the most respected and well-known journalists in Kenya and the world. She is known for her hard work and dedication to her job.
She has won numerous awards, including the prestigious Lifetime Achievement award for her remarkable career.
Early stage highest earning was Ksh 25,000
Catherine Kasavuli’s first biggest payment was Ksh 25,000.
“I once received Ksh 25,000 from a commercial in 1985, which at the time was equivalent to Ksh 2 Million,” said Kasavuli in an interview done many years after.
The commercial was for a local business.
She continues to serve as a newscaster at the Legends’ Edition of the Kenyan Broadcasting Corporation news bulletin.
We wish her a quick recovery!
