Mulamwah Recalls Confronting Radio Boss after Being Rained on to Work
- Comedian Mulamwah revealed his radio job paid little compared to endorsements and other gigs
- According to the influencer, the job demanded a daily social media presence and decent dressing on a tight budget
- He revealed he tried to negotiate for higher pay after arriving drenched one day, but was denied and he quit
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Comedian Mulamwah has opened up about his stint as a radio host.
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In an interview on Iko Nini TV, the content creator revealed that despite the prestige associated with media work, the job did not provide the financial stability he needed.
Why did Mulamwah quit Milele FM?
Speaking about his experience as a former Milele FM host, Mulamwah described his radio career as more of a learning experience than a sustainable source of income.
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According to Mulamwah, the money he earned from radio was little.
He revealed that endorsements and other gigs were sustaining him financially.
"The money that was sustaining me was from endorsements and other guys. I just went to the radio for experience. The money was not that much," he explained.
He explained the intense demands that come with being a media personality, including the pressure to maintain a polished public image.
“The job had much pressure because it eats up your time and the payment comes with many demands; for example, you have to be snapped every day, and the photos are posted on social media. That means you have to wear decently. It gives you a bigger name than your pockets,” Mulamwah said.
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How drenching incident pushed Mulamwah over the edge
Mulamwah recalled a defining moment that solidified his decision to leave the radio station.
While living in Kariobangi, he once arrived at the studio completely drenched after a motorbike ride to work.
“I walked out and saw cars parked in the yard and wondered if these were my colleagues. Then I went to the human resources manager and asked for better pay,” he recounted.
He argued that some colleagues were earning significantly more, with the previous host he replaced making almost four times his salary.
Mulamwah pointed out the challenges media personalities face when it comes to public perception and financial expectations.
“If I kept working there, I would be asked those tough questions one day. Because people think you have a well-paying job,” he explained.
He added:
“Right now, if I go broke, I can explain that I don’t have a job. But if you work in the media, you will be asked, you were there and came out with nothing.”
Mulamwah shares glimpse of Kitale farm
As previously reported, Mulamwah is a multi-talented individual, excelling in comedy, brand influencing, business, and farming.
One of his thriving ventures is a boda boda business in Kitale, which he started in 2021 with just five motorcycles and has since expanded to over 40, generating around KSh 480,000 monthly.
He also manages a farm in Trans Nzoia, where a resurfaced video showed him caring for dairy cows and poultry while advocating for increased government support.
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