The widow of late radio presenter Festus Amimo has given a heartfelt glimpse into the private life she shared with the Luo media icon, recalling both the playful arguments and tender moments that defined their marriage.
Speaking on Thursday, December 11, 2025, during a visit by politicians to their home in Awasi, Rozy Amimo shared memories of her husband, who tragically passed away on Sunday, December 7, after collapsing in a hotel in Nairobi’s Central Business District.
Rozy revealed that one of the quirks that often caused minor quarrels in their home was Festus’s constant use of his phone.
“Sometimes we used to fight in the house because he was always on the phone,” she recalled.
“You don’t know what this phone does for me, but one day you will know what this phone does for me. This is my office, you don’t know what I’m coordinating,” Festus would explain, according to Rozy.
Despite these arguments, she said the playful squabbles were part of the bond they shared, reflecting a marriage built on love, respect, and understanding.
Rozy also shared the profound lessons she has learned since her husband’s passing.
“Out of Festus’ death has taught me one thing: to always take one day at a time and always live for each day,” she said.
She recalled how Festus left home hale and hearty on the day of his death, joking with her about what they would eat later that afternoon – a small, seemingly ordinary moment that would become her last memory of him.
“He left the house by 2 pm for a function and had asked me what we would eat later in the day, a question I always jokingly answer with ‘I don’t know much,’ to his chagrin,” she said.
Beyond the quirks and arguments, Rozy painted a picture of a man driven by determination, with a heart committed to achieving his goals.
“Festus was a good friend. I had a dear friend who would stand with you to death; if he set his heart to something, he would always ensure he had succeeded at it. He had a lot of plans for December and his plans for the next year. But God always has His plans,” she reflected.
Festus Amimo, who was head of radio at KBC’s Mayienga FM, is remembered not only for his vibrant personality on air but also for the love and dedication he showed at home.
His sudden passing has left a void in the Kenyan media landscape and in the lives of his family and friends.
