Kartellah Maicy: Radio 47’s Female Football Commentator Steals Show During CHAN
- Kartellah Maicy, a Radio 47 presenter, thrilled Kenyans with her passionate commentary during the Harambee Stars’ CHAN victory over Zambia
- Wearing a Kenyan jersey, she vividly described the action, making listeners feel as though they were in the stadium
- Her commentary drew admiration online, with many celebrating her as a pioneer and even suggesting she could be Kenya’s first female football commentator
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Kartellah Maicy, a presenter with Radio 47, has wowed Kenyans with her football commentary during the African Nations Championship (CHAN).
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The radio host previously worked with Vybez Radio, where she hosted the Vybez Adrenaline show before switching stations.
A video shared on TikTok depicted Maicy commentating on a Harambee Stars football game against Zambia. Harambee Stars earned a vital 1-0 win against Zambia in their Group A clash at Kasarani Stadium. The breakthrough came after the break when Ryan Ogam found the net, igniting jubilant scenes from the crowd.
The result confirmed their place in the knockout round as they pushed on with their quest in front of home supporters. Next, Kenya is scheduled to meet Madagascar at Kasarani on Friday, August 22, at 5pm.
Is Kartellah Maicy Kenyan's first female commentator?
Maicy, wearing a Kenyan jersey, expertly translated what she was watching on the TV screens into a visual picture for her listeners. At the final whistle, she said:
"Imemaliziika msikilizaji, Harambee kichwa."
Maicy lifted her hands in jubilation while admitting that it was fun watching the match.
Kenyans were impressed by her voice and mastery, with some touting her as Kenya’s first female football commentator. Fellow ladies celebrated Maicy, noting that she is a trailblazer.
What did Kenyans say about Kartellah Maicy?
Abubakar KE:
“Kenya's only female football commentator.”
vaalskuishi:
"Wow, what a man can do, a woman can do better."
ShugarNjeri 254:
“Madem, let's celebrate this girl. She is great.”
☠️ƁÍĹĹ👾:
“Life is so private, it’s only today that I’ve known the voice is a woman’s.”
Nyanindi:
“Haiya Kartella! Good job, girl.”
Pinchez:
“So Kartella can be this good of a commentator?”
hellen 25:
“That voice is on point.”
user5469107620899lawrencem:
“Congratulations to this lady. My first time seeing a lady commentating on football in Kenya.”
𝓝𝓲𝓬𝓴𝔂 ᴸᵃˢᵗᵇᵒʳⁿ:
“She is fire. But if you are listening to the football game on the radio, you have a long way to go.”
pinkyy🏆❤️:
“Yoh, so it’s usually a lady.”
Did Austin Odhiambo struggle with rent?
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In other news, Harambee Stars players have enjoyed life-changing rewards during CHAN, with incentives turning them into millionaires within weeks.
Among them is Austin Odhiambo, whose contribution on the pitch has been vital to Kenya’s progress in the tournament. His decisive goals against DR Congo and Angola strengthened the team’s campaign.
However, a past video of Odhiambo lamenting financial struggles resurfaced, reminding many of his difficult journey. At the time, he was with AFC Leopards and opened up about delayed payments, even hinting at a transfer to Gor Mahia.
The clip inspired Kenyans, showing how perseverance can transform hardship into success.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
