The Kenyan media fraternity is in mourning following the untimely passing of Edward Carey Kwach, a celebrated voice in the country’s radio landscape. Kwach, best known for his commanding baritone and disarming candor, passed away on the night of April 28, 2025, while undergoing treatment for meningitis.
He was 44.The news was confirmed in a statement released by family spokesperson Michael Okwiri, marking a somber moment for his family, friends, colleagues, and countless fans who grew to love him across decades on air. Spice FM, where Kwach most recently hosted the popular “Spice Drive” show, also paid tribute, describing him as a “beloved” member of their family whose vibrant spirit and magnetic energy left a lasting mark.
Born into a family steeped in law, his father, being the eminent Justice Richard Kwach, Edward seemed destined for the courtroom. However, destiny had other plans. His foray into broadcasting began remarkably early, at just 14, through a Coca-Cola marketing campaign. What followed was an illustrious, though sometimes tumultuous, radio career that saw him grace the airwaves of Capital FM, Kiss FM, Nation FM, EA Radio, and Urban Radio, among others, both in Kenya and Tanzania.Kwach’s voice wasn’t just powerful; it was a vessel of connection, humor, and sometimes brutal honesty. His listeners found in him a rare authenticity, a quality that earned him admiration and loyalty even through personal and professional storms.
His struggles with alcohol and issues of indiscipline were public, but so were his moments of comeback and resilience. He made a notable return to Urban Radio in 2020 before finding a lasting home at Spice FM.At Spice FM, Edward Kwach revitalized the afternoon airwaves with the “Spice Drive,” charming audiences with his wit, straightforwardness, and an effortless knack for storytelling. He became more than just a radio host; he became a companion to many during their daily routines.
His death leaves a painful void in the Kenyan media scene. Beyond the microphone, those who knew Kwach speak of a man full of warmth, laughter, and a fierce passion for living life authentically.
As the Spice FM team poignantly said, “May his soul rest in eternal peace.”Edward Kwach’s voice may be silenced, but the echoes of his legacy will linger in every fond memory, every hearty laugh he inspired, and every aspiring broadcaster he unknowingly mentored.
Rest well, Kwach. Kenya will never forget you.