Former Citizen TV presenter Yvonne Okwara has addressed speculation about her relocation to London following her appointment as the Head of Investments and Partnerships at Shuga Global. Okwara announced her departure from Citizen TV on October 27, after 20 years in the media industry. The following day, Shuga Global confirmed her new role, highlighting her experience in journalism, corporate communications, fundraising, and government relations.
Shuga Global, previously known as MTV Staying Alive Foundation, rebranded in April 2026 and uses storytelling, media, and youth engagement to tackle sexual health, HIV prevention, and broader social challenges affecting young people. The organization aims to strengthen its partnerships and identify new funding opportunities under Okwara's leadership. Her role involves drawing on her knowledge of business, public policy, and social impact to establish strategic relationships and mobilize resources for the organization's programs.
Despite Shuga Global having its headquarters in London, Okwara has refuted claims that she will relocate to the English capital. In an interview with Tuko, she stated that she is based in Nairobi, adding that Shuga Global has shifted its global headquarters to Nairobi. Okwara's media career spans over two decades, starting as a radio presenter at Hot 96 before transitioning to TV, working at NTV, KTN, and Citizen TV, where she left as a senior news anchor and editor.
Okwara's appointment at Shuga Global has been welcomed by the organization, which sees her leadership as crucial to its two-decade mission of empowering young people and ensuring the organization's long-term sustainability. Shuga Global's programs focus on addressing the social and health needs of young people, and Okwara's experience is expected to contribute significantly to these efforts.
The speculation about Okwara's relocation to London arose due to Shuga Global's headquarters being located in the city. However, Okwara has clarified that she will continue to work in Nairobi, where Shuga Global's new headquarters is based. Her new role involves establishing strategic relationships and mobilizing resources to support Shuga Global's programs and expansion plans.
Okwara's career has seen her work in various media roles, including radio and TV presenting, news anchoring, and editing. Her experience in journalism, corporate communications, and government relations has equipped her with the skills to take on her new role at Shuga Global. The organization has expressed confidence in her ability to drive its mission forward and contribute to its growth and sustainability.
Yvonne Okwara's response to the relocation rumors has put to rest speculation about her plans. Her focus will be on her new role at Shuga Global, where she will work to strengthen partnerships, identify new funding opportunities, and contribute to the organization's mission of empowering young people.
Key points
- Yvonne Okwara has refuted reports of relocating to London after being appointed Head of Investments and Partnerships at Shuga Global.
- Shuga Global aims to strengthen its partnerships and identify new funding opportunities under Okwara's leadership.
- Okwara's media career spans over two decades, with experience in journalism, corporate communications, fundraising, and government relations.
