Citizen TV reporter John Wanyama has resigned from the Royal Media Services (RMS) to seek the Malava Parliamentary seat in the 2027 General Election.
Wanyama submitted his resignation notice on July 3 and gave RMS a one-month notice, indicating that his last working day was on August 4, 2026.
In the resignation letter, Wanyama said he was exiting the media to pursue public service by vying for the Malava MP seat.
“I am writing to formally submit one month notice of resignation from my position as a Reporter at Royal Media Services. My last working day will be 4th August, 2026.
“After careful consideration, I have decided to resign from my position to pursue a new path in public service by vying for the position of Member of Parliament for Malava Constituency,” the letter read in part.
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Wanyama, who served as a reporter in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County, expressed gratitude to RMS for giving him an opportunity to grow as a journalist.
He also thanked his colleagues and the company's management for the support and guidance he received during his tenure.
“I sincerely appreciate the support, guidance, and camaraderie I have received from my colleagues and the management team throughout my tenure.
“I would also like to express my heartfelt gratitude to the Chairman and Vice Chair, Mr. and Mrs. S.K. Macharia, and to the Managing Director, Wachira Waruru, for their visionary leadership and mentorship,” Wanyama stated.
The Citizen TV reporter’s resignation was formally accepted by RMS in a letter dated July 14, 2026.
RMS Human Resource Director Rose Wanjohi thanked Wanyama for his time and service at Royal Media Services and wished him well in his future endeavors.
“On behalf of Royal Media Services Ltd, I wish to thank you for the time and service rendered while you worked at Royal Media Services Ltd and wish you well in your future endeavors,” she stated.
Wanyama’s resignation comes months after the Media Council of Kenya (MCK) set three strict guidelines for journalists who have declared interest in political seats ahead of the 2027 elections.
MCK stated that while it encourages journalists, editors and media practitioners to contest in elective politics, a more responsible approach was required from them.
MCK Chief Executive Officer David Omwoyo confirmed that the Council was finalizing comprehensive Guidelines on Media Conduct and Reporting for the 2027 General Election.
"The guidelines will outline strict operational protocols, including clear resignation timelines; mandatory exit dates by which political aspirants must step down from newsrooms and active media practice," the statement read in part.
Omwoyo stated that journalists who enter politics will be barred from conducting or spearheading certain programmes for their media houses.
"The guidelines will include strict on-air suspension protocols: the immediate cessation of live hosting, anchoring, and reporting for any practitioner declaring political intent," the statement continued.
Wanyama is the latest journalist to declare interest in an elective position in the 2027 General Election. Others who have announced their bid include Trevor Ombija and Stephen Letoo.
