James Obuya Smart is a Kenyan journalist and news anchor currently working for Nation Television Networks. He has worked for other major networks like Capital FM Kenya and KTN. He pioneered the popular show on NTV called ‘The Trend’. After he left NTV, Larry Madowo took over.[1]
James Smart | |
|---|---|
| Born | |
| Nationality | Kenyan |
| Education | MA in International Journalism |
| Alma mater | Cardiff University |
| Occupation | Journalist, |
| Notable work | The Trend , News Sources, #CaseNumberZero (Podcast) |
| Website | www |
Early life and education
editJames Smart grew up in Korogocho Slums.[2] He went to St Paul's Lugari High School. He holds an MA in International Journalism from Cardiff University[3]
Career
editJames, initially worked as a sports journalist at Capital FM Kenya[4] before moving to television as a news anchor and reporter at NTV (Kenya). Most recently, he has collaborated with the BBC to create its "Focus on Africa" broadcast, a flagship TV news program that highlights stories from across the African continent. [1]
He is now at KTN and he hosts a show alongside Dennis Onsarigo called News Sources.[5]
Personal life
editHe is married and has a son.[6]
References
edit- ^ "James Smart - Biography, Wife Remmy Majala, Net worth, Contacts". 3 June 2016. Retrieved 27 July 2016.
- ^ "From Slumdog To Celebrity, The Story Of James Smart You Didn't Know". Tuko.co.ke - Kenya news. Retrieved 30 April 2018.
- ^ "James Smart". Retrieved 30 April 2018.
- ^ "JAMES SMART, Author at Capital Sports". Capital Sports. Retrieved 30 April 2018.
- ^ Team, KTN Home Video, Standard Digital News - NEWS SOURCES with James Smart and Dennis Onsarigo; Analyzing the Hot Topics 13th April 2016, retrieved 30 April 2018
- ^ "PHOTO - James Smart and Remmy Majala Show Off Their Son". Nairobi Wire. 26 March 2014. Retrieved 30 April 2018.