Larry Madowo Wikipedia
Larry Madowo is a Kenyan journalist and writer. Currently, he has been working as an International Correspondent for CNN based in Nairobi since July 2021. Furthermore, Madowo is also the host of the African Voices Changemakers.
Before, he was the station’s Nairobi Correspondent. Prior to joining CNN, he was working as a North America Correspondent for the BBC, based in Washington, DC. While working as a journalist, Madowo was named a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum in 2020. He was also ranked among the Most Influential Africans 2018 by NewAfrican Magazine.
Madowo’s career has included stints in New York, Nairobi, London, and Johannesburg. Additionally, he was a Knight-Bagehot Fellow in Business and Economics Journalism at Columbia University. There, Madowo earned a master’s degree. He has reported from around the world and is a digital pioneer with over 4 million followers on social media.
Quick Facts
| Age | 37 years old (bornJuly 14, 1987) |
| Larry Madowo | |
| Salary | $98,700 annually |
| @LarryMadowo | |
| Employer | CNN |
Larry Madowo Age
Madowo was born on July 14, 1987,Siaya, Kenya. He is 37 years old. Madowo celebrates his birthday on July 14 every year.
Early Life And Education
Madowo was born in Barding village in Siaya County and grew up in Siaya, Kisumu, and Nairobi. His father Mr. Madowo died in 1994 when he was 7 years old. Madowo’s mother, Treazer Anyango Madowo, was a primary school teacher. She was a divisional Knut official who enthusiastically took part in the 1997 strike. Treazer rallied her colleagues to go out onto the streets following a strike directive from the then KNUT officials John Katumanga and Ambrose Adongo Adeya.
Madowo’s mother died in 2001 leaving him and his only sibling Liz Madowo orphans. Liz is a graduate of Moi University and a stylist as well as a fashion blogger. He enrolled in Usingo and Karapul primary schools. Madowo then attended St Gabriel’s Seminary for secondary education.
He had aimed to train as a Catholic priest, but by the time he finished high school, it changed. Madowo graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication degree from Daystar University, located in Athi River Machakos County near Nairobi in June 2014. Subsequently, he graduated from Columbia receiving a Master of Arts in Business and Economics Journalism on 20 May 2020.
Larry Madowo Wife
Madowo is not married at the moment. He and Edith Kimani sparked dating rumours after attending the Shujaaz Memorial Concert together in matching boots, fuelling fan speculation. Edith is a Kenyan Media personality working for German international broadcasting service Deutsche Welle as a reporter and news anchor. Furthermore, Edith is also the host of The 77 percent, a youth show.
Child
He is now a father. Madowo made the announcement on his social media pages on the morning of Monday, December 27, 2021. Dressed in a white and red striped t-shirt and with a grey cap, he shared an image of him holding and smiling at a young baby covered in a white shawl, and who he introduced as a son.
Victoria Rubadiri
While working for NTV Kenya, Madowo co-anchored the news with Victoria Rubadiri. Victoria is a Kenyan accomplished journalist working as an anchor for Citizen TV in Kenya. Furthermore, In September 2022, Madowo posted a photo of him and Victoria with the caption, “New York City reunion with my ex-TV wife @victoria_rubadiri”. However, Madowo and Victoria have not been in a romantic relationship before.
Larry Madowo CNN
He is currently working for CNN as an international correspondent based in Nairobi. Madowo also hosts
African Voices Changemakers. Previously, he was working as CNN’s Nairobi correspondent. While working as a journalist he has provided coverage for the 2022 Kenyan elections, the Tigray conflict in northern Ethiopia, the plight of migrant workers at the 2022 Qatar World Cup, historic flooding in Nigeria, and coronavirus vaccine inequality.
Furthermore, he has also interviewed Presidents and prime ministers across the Africa including leaders of Malawi, Kenya, Zambia, Sierra Leone, and Sudan. Before joining CNN in May 2021, Larry was working for BBxc as the North America Correspondent based in Washington D.C. Madowo has also had stints with NTV Kenya, CNBC Africa, and KTN(Kenya Television Network).
BBC News
Prior to joining CNN, Madowo was working for BBC. On 9 April 2019, he was named among the 2019-2020 Knight-Bagehot Fellows at Columbia University. In July the same year, he took a sabbatical from BBC for his fellowship at Columbia Journalism School. Madowo returned to the BBC to serve as a North America Correspondent in the summer of 2020 with a report from a Coronavirus Unit in Houston, Texas.
He covered across the United States primarily for BBC World News and the BBC World Service. Madowo has also filed reports from Georgia, New York, Louisiana, as well as South and North Carolina. Additionally, his reporting on the 2020 US election and inauguration of President Joe Biden has been recognized around the world.
Madowo has interviewed some of the world’s most prominent people such as presidents, world-famous artists, global CEOs, and Sophia the Robot. In March 2020, Madowo gained a Young Global Leader named by the World Economic Forum. In June 2020, he became nominated as a One Young World Journalist of the Year. The New African magazine has named Madowo twice among the 100 Most Influential Africans.
African Shirts
Madowo loves being in African Ankara Fashion shirts, especially when he is broadcasting. His sister Liz is a stylish, probably his stylish too.
House
Madowo showed off his big living room while working from home. His house is located in the capital of the United States, Washington DC. It is well blended in colours, which make it appealing to visitors. The massive living room can be converted for various uses. Madowo’s colorful carpet is wide and covers almost the whole sitting area. The house looks appealing with a fireplace in view.
Car
He has a taste for cars. Currently, Madowo drives a Mercedes Benz which costs $5 million.
Latest News
Madowo’s recently covered Ford Foundation denies sponsoring anarchy, violence and chaos in Kenya as claimed by President William Ruto.
Interview
During a 2021 interview, Madowo challenged Ugandan Foreign Minister Gen. Jeje Odongo denial of recent accusations made about violations against human rights made by the government.
Ruto
In July 2024, Larry covered that President William Ruto opposed the 2010 constitution Kenya has but he was defeated. On July 21, 38 civil society organizations accused the Ruto government of “intimidation, harassment and threats”
Documentary
Madowo has shared that a documentary “Free Money” he has been a part of for the last five years is finally ready for viewers and be available for streaming on Netflix.
Height
Madowo is a man of average stature who stands at a height of 5 ft 9 in (approx . 1.75 m).
Salary
As an International Correspondent for CNN, Madowo’s salary is $98,700 annually.
Net Worth
Madowo’s net worth is $1.2 million. He has been working as a journalist for a decade and a half.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Old Is Larry Madowo?
Madowo is a 37-year-old who was born on July 14, 1987,Siaya, Kenya.
Is Larry Madowo Married?
No. However, he is in a relationship with his girlfriend Edith Kimani, a Kenyan journalist working for German international broadcasting service Deutsche Welle.
Who Is Larry Madowo?
He is a Kenyan journalist working for CNN as an International Correspondent based in Nairobi.
Social Media Accounts
Twitter – @LarryMadowo
Instagram – larrymadowo
Facebook – Larry Madowo