Kenyans are mourning veteran TV journalist Rita Tinina who was found dead at her home in the capital, Nairobi, on Sunday.

Her colleagues at NTV said she was expected to be on duty on Sunday but failed to show up, prompting a wellness check in her house where she was found unconscious.

A police report said no physical injuries were found on her body.

Tinina's sister told the police that the journalist was epileptic and had been suffering severe fever in the past week.

The long-serving TV journalist was known for her captivating news features, some of which left the country gripped.

President William Ruto eulogized her on X.

Kenyans on social media say they will miss her skillful script writing and wordplay, while her colleagues have mourned her as a hardworking and reliable journalist.

"Her passing leaves a void in the industry, yet her legacy of storytelling and integrity will endure," opposition leader Raila Odinga posted on X.

Information Minister Eliud Owalo described Tinina's contributions to journalism as "invaluable"