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Chemtai Kirui
Verified
Nairobi
Biography
Meet Chemtai Kirui - a passionate and dynamic multimedia journalist with a focus on Science, Environment, Agriculture, climate change, social justice and gender reporting. Her wealth of experience in Live TV, Radio, special broadcasting, news and features for Kass Media Group, a Multiplatform Community-based broadcast house, is a testament to her dedication and professionalism. Chemtai's expertise is multifaceted. As a News writer, Editor, Producer, and host of a weekly Conservation program that airs on TV, Radio & Digital platform, she has proven herself to be a multi-skilled journalist. Her proficiency in videography, photography, video editing, and data journalism is a testament to her commitment to delivering high-quality and engaging content. Her commitment to solutions-oriented journalism, has earned her recognition as a sought-after speaker and advisor on environmental issues. She has been invited to provide talks and recommendations to local leaders, farmers' associations, and women's groups in Northern Rift-Valley, following her insightful reporting on Soil Biodiversity and the resilience of grass farming in rural communities. Chemtai's close collaboration with experts and various stakeholders, including grassroots organizations, policy-makers, and non-government organizations, has shed light on critical conservation efforts and climate-smart agriculture. Through her work, she continues to highlight areas that need improvement, making her an indispensable voice in the ongoing conversation about Climate, Conservation, Sustainable Agriculture, Science and Technology. As an avid learner, Chemtai holds a Bachelor's Degree in Communications and Public Relations with an ongoing pursuit of a Master's Degree, equipping her with a deep and comprehensive understanding of the issues she covers. Her work has been published by the Earth Journalism Network, where she is also a fellow, and the MESHA's Sayansi magazine, where she is a member. Chemtai's experience, passion, professionalism, and commitment have made her an outstanding voice in the media industry. Her warm and engaging personality, coupled with her excellent communication skills, have positioned her as an ideal candidate for collaborating with teams interested in projects related to Science, Environment, Agriculture, climate change, and gender reporting.
Agriculture, Sustainability Gender., Conservation Biodiversity, Health & Science Social Justice, Environment resources Energy,Climate
Family
Content
By Chemtai Kirui Verified| Kass TV (Nairobi) Verified Sixty-three-year-old Community Health Volunteer, Emily (a pseudonym), has not had an easy adulthood. At the age of 46, she received a diagnosis of Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) — an infection that attacks the body’s immune system. Following a period of denial and depression, she eventually accepted her HIV status and started living positively. However, two years later, in 2008, when she began feeling unwell, she visited the hospital, this time, she received a diagnosis of tuberculosis.
By Chemtai Kirui Verified| Kass TV (Nairobi) Verified DUBAI – In an effort to address the escalating health risks posed by climate change—on physical, mental, and community health, the U.N. COP28 climate summit held its first ‘Health Day’ today, with discussions on the role of climate action in fortifying global health resilience. Healthcare professionals, activists, and representatives from countries and organizations, who campaigned to have the health conversation at Climate talks, called it a ‘historic moment’, that is well overdue.
By Chemtai Kirui Verified| Kass TV (Nairobi) Verified “As a doctor, I’m deeply concerned about how climate change is impacting my patients. It is unhealthy for my children and their future,” said Dr. Mary Rice, a pulmonary critical care physician and an Associate Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School.
Company Info
Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya