Stephen Letoo Biography: Profile Facts, wives, Children, Family, Education, Career, & Net Worth

Stephen Letoo is a prominent Kenyan news reporter with years of experience in the world of journalism. The Maasai-bred screenwriter has lately been trending for among other controversies coming out clean as a polygamous man. Stephen Letoo biography shares even finer details from his life story.

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The recent ‘Mens Conference’ ended with Letoo being appointed as the new Chairman, following the sudden demise of his predecessor Mzee Jackson Kibor. And now, he is slated for yet another wedding at the iconic Ole Ntimama Stadium in Narok County.

Stephen Letoo profile facts

Stephen Letoo biography summary

The 32-year-old Stephen Letoo is an accomplished political reporter born June 27th, 1991.

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His career as a journalist has come a long way with persistence and hard work.

Education background and career history

Stephen Letoo started schooling in his hometown Kilgoris but later relocated to Kisii County because of insecurity. On completing his primary education, Letoo proceeded to Kabianga High School in Kericho County for his secondary education.

While at Kabianga, Letoo remained an active student in the Journalism club, drawing much inspiration from KBC state broadcasters. Further sources indicate that he initiated ‘Kabianga 100’ while at the Kericho-based institution. Thereafter, he pursued journalism and mass communication at the University of Nairobi.

 “As a young boy, I could see many people visiting our home to watch TV. My father was a chief and he owned the only television in our village. I became an all-time fan and liked several KBC News reporters and news anchors.”

Reporter Stephen Letoo.

In a recent interview, Letoo confessed that KAnze Dena was his childhood mentor and role model in the media space.

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On graduating from college, Stephen Letoo started working for Radio Africa Group. He proceeded to work for Classic 105 and Kiss 100 while updating his Campus blog with the latest news.

 “Sourcing for political content is tricky. If you don’t spend time with politicians, you lose it all… This is usually expensive and the employer cannot foot the bill for you.

Again, if you get the very distinctive information that can make you work a talking point, you are torn between what to report and what you just have to let go….The moment you do it, they can easily come for you.”

Reporter Stephen Letoo.

Assault and life threats are some of the challenges standing in his way as a political reporter.

Stephen Letoo family

Mr Letoo comes from the family of a retired senior Chief in Narok County. Sadly, his father died in 2008, when Letoo was preparing to sit for his KCSE exams. Even so, details of his mother, brothers, and sisters are scarce in the limelight.

The famed Letoo is a polygamous man happily married to multiple women among them his first wife Winnie Nadupoi with whom he has a son called Santino Leylan.

As we speak, Letoo is on another wedding eve, to be held publicly at Ole Ntimama Stadium on April 20th, 2024.

In a recent housewarming party held at Nkararo-Enooretet, Letoo hosted dignitaries among them Kilgoris MP Julius Sunkuli, Kisii governor Simba Arati, and Narok governor Patrick Ole Ntuntu. Journalists present include Seth Olale, Chemutai Goin, Ben Kirui, and Melitas ole Tenges.

Stephen Letoo net worth

Journalist Stephen Letoo pockets a monthly salary of about Ksh. 500,000 excluding loyalties and brand deals. His net worth is estimated at Ksh. 50 million.

In his wealth empire are lavish homes, fuel guzzler rides, and multi-million businesses.

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Stephen Letoo biography is highly overwhelming among junior journalists trying to make a name for themselves in the media industry. It is a life story of success attained at prime age.