Betty Kyallo Biography: Age, Husband, Divorce, Daughter, Tribe, Career, TV47, Net Worth, Salary

Betty Kyallo Biography

Betty Kyallo is a prominent Kenyan media personality and entrepreneur. She began her career as an intern at Kenya Television Network (KTN) and rose to fame as a news anchor. She later joined K24, hosting the weekend program ‘Up Close with Betty’.

She eventually left K24 to start her own businesses, including a salon and spa named Flair by Betty, and later, Aftershave by Flair Barbershop and Bk Closet.

In 2017, Betty Kyallo was awarded as the media personality of Kenya by SOMA, and in 2018, she won the K0T 2018 Awards. She also received the TV/online influencer award at the Africa Digital Influencer Awards (ADIA20) in 2020.

Betty Kyallo Age

Betty Kyallo is 35 years old as of 2024.

Betty Kyallo Early Life and Education

Betty Kyallo was born on March 15, 1989, in Kajiado County, Ongata Rongai, Kenya and she is the second child in her family, with two sisters and one brother.

Betty attended Olerai Primary School, Uhuru Gardens Primary School, and Kangundo Girls High School. Betty graduated from Daystar University with a bachelor’s degree in mass communication.

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Betty Kyallo Career

Betty Kyallo’s career began at Kenya Television Network (KTN), where she started as an intern and quickly rose through the ranks to become a news anchor. Her natural charisma and ability to connect with viewers made her a household name.

Her success at KTN was just the beginning. Betty’s ambition led her to K24, where she took on the role of a prime-time news anchor. It was here that she launched the weekend program ‘Up Close with Betty’, a show that allowed her to explore stories in-depth and engage with her audience on a more personal level. The show was well-received, further cementing Betty’s status as a leading figure in Kenyan media. Her approachable demeanor and insightful interviews drew in viewers, making ‘Up Close with Betty’ a must-watch segment.

In addition to her work in front of the camera, Betty has always had an entrepreneurial spirit. She ventured into the business world with the launch of Flair by Betty, a high-end salon and spa that quickly became a favorite among Nairobi’s elite.

Not one to rest on her laurels, Betty expanded her entrepreneurial pursuits with the opening of Aftershave by Flair Barbershop, catering to the grooming needs of men.

Betty’s career has also been marked by recognition and awards, which reflect her impact on the media industry. She has been honored with accolades such as the media personality of Kenya by SOMA in 2017 and the TV/online influencer award at the Africa Digital Influencer Awards (ADIA20) in 2020.

Betty Kyallo Ex Husband and Daughter

Betty Kyallo was previously married to Dennis Okari, a fellow journalist, but they divorced six months after their wedding. They have a daughter together named Ivanna.

Betty Kyallo Net Worth

Betty Kyallo’s net worth is estimated to be around 20 million Kenyan shillings as of 2024.

Betty Kyallo Salary

It was reported that Betty Kyallo is set to join TV47, and her monthly salary has been confirmed to be Ksh 850,000. After deductions, her net salary would be approximately Ksh 579,000.

Betty Kyallo Social Media Handles

Betty Kyallo is quite active on social media, where she engages with her audience and shares updates about her life and work. You can find her on:

• Instagram: @bettymuteikyallo
• Facebook: Betty Kyallo
• Twitter: @BettyMKyallo