Sophie Ikenye Biography
Sophie Ikenye a Kenyan-American journalist working as a presenter and producer of BBC World News’ Focus On Africa. She previously served in the broadcasting industry in Kenya for 12 years.
Sophie Ikenye Age
Ikenye was born in Kenya. Her age and date of birth are publicly unknown, this section will be updated as soon as this information is available.
Sophie Ikenye Height and Weight
Ikenye stands tall at an average height and has an average body weight.
Sophie Ikenye Education
Ikenye enrolled and studied Mass Communication at the Kenya Institute of Mass Communication.
Sophie Ikenye Family
Sophie was born to Stephen Uno and Esther Njeri who were both civil servants. In an interview she said; “I grew up in Nairobi. My parents who are now retired were both civil servants. Kenya is home and I try to visit every three to four months since my parents and siblings are all there. I also miss the food and the people and I think Kenya has some of the most intelligent people.”
In 2017, her father who hails from Matathia area passed on. She took to Facebook to inform her followers of the sad news. However, she did not reveal the circumstances leading to his death.
“I’d like to thank you for your kind messages. I have read them and I don’t take your thoughts for granted. Thank you. For those who have been asking, family and friends are meeting at St. Andrews church, Nairobi, New Hall, Block 4 from 5:30 pm and others at home in Matathia. See you soon,” wrote Sophie.
Sophie Ikenye Siblings
Ikenye in an interview she shared vivid memories of growing up in Kenya. “I was very active as a child and took part in public speaking and debate competitions and oh, by the way, I was also a gymnast!”
“I quite liked broadcasting when I was growing up and I even practised being a TV presenter in front of the mirror with a spoon as a microphone!”
She was raised up along with her siblings; James Mungai,Averina Njeri, Charles Kemu Ikenye and George Ngugi.
Sophie Ikenye Husband
Ikenye information about her love life are publicly unknown, this section will be updated as soon as the information is available.
Sophie Ikenye BBC World News
Ikenye serves as a presenter and producer of BBC World News’ Focus On Africa. Back in 2009, she began her BBC career at the World Service as the presenter of the radio version of Focus on Africa for three years. Back in 2012, the program was shown onscreen and she still served one of the main presenters of the show.
She is known to have covered key events in Africa including; the 2011 Nigerian presidential elections, the Libya crisis and the 2013 Kenyan elections. She as well interviewed over 10 African presidents and other prominent personalities.
She previously worked in the broadcasting industry in Kenya for 12 years. She served at at KBC, Citizen TV and NTV Kenya and sa well had her internship at the Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC).
Back in 2017, Ikenye together with Peter Okwoche, Paul Bakibinga, Salim Kikeke and Dayo Yusufu visited Uganda where they broadcast Focus on Africa for a week. She as well served as guest celebrity anchored the PM Live news on Urban TV.
Back in 2016, she was listed on the 100 Most Influential Young Africans by Africa Youth Awards and as well listed on the 100 Most Influential Young Kenyans.
Sophie Ikenye Salary
Ikenye earns an annual estimated salary range of between $50,000-$100,000
Sophie Ikenye Net Worth
Ikenye estimated net worth is under review