Media Personality Edward Kwach Has Passed Away

Media Personality Edward Kwach has passed away after a battle with meningitis.

A statement released by his family indicates that Kwach passed away on April 28, 2025, while receiving treatment.

Known for his charismatic voice, sharp wit, and deep love for music, Kwach was a beloved figure in Kenya’s radio scene for over two decades.

He first rose to fame in the early 2000s, captivating audiences with his easy-going style and rich musical taste on radio stations like Capital FM, Homeboyz Radio, Nation FM, and Spice FM.

STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF EDWARD CAREY KWACH

It is with profound sadness that we announce the untimely passing of our beloved son and brother, Carey, that occurred last night 28th April 2025 while receiving treatment for meningitis. Carey touched the lives of many through his voice and presence on the airwaves, becoming a trusted and familiar companion to listeners across the country.

He will be remembered not only for his warmth and humour but also for his exceptional taste in music, which brought joy and comfort to so many. His passing is a tremendous loss to all who knew him personally and the many more who connected with him through his work.

We are deeply grateful for the outpouring of support during his illness, and we extend our heartfelt thanks to all those who donated blood, visited, and kept him in their thoughts and prayers. We kindly ask that you keep our family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Funeral and memorial arrangements will be communicated in due course.

Sincerely,

The Kwach Family

Carol Radull

Kwach’s colleague and friend Carol Radull shared; “Heartbreaking. A colleague and a friend. Rest in peace Edward Kwach 💔 Otto, Edgar, Shaka and the whole Kwach Family; deepest condolences. 🙏🏼,”.

The death come weeks after Edward Kwach’s family public a public appeal for blood Donation to help save the radio personality who had been hospitalized.

“Edward Kwach known to many as ‘Kwach,’ a respected media personality and former colleague to many is currently admitted at Coptic Hospital and urgently requires blood donations. Doctors are working to raise his iron and haemoglobin levels, and approximately 4 pints of blood are needed. If you are able to donate, please visit the lab at Coptic Hospital and indicate that the donation is for Edward Kwach. Your support during this time would be deeply appreciated by his family and friends. Thank you.”