Citizen TV presenter Immanuel Ndung'u has encouraged young people to travel whenever they have the opportunity, saying that experiencing different cultures and countries has played a major role in shaping who he is today.
Speaking during the Untethered Conversations podcast hosted by Lizzie Kisilu, Ndung'u said travelling is not simply about visiting new destinations but about gaining new perspectives and learning from people with different ways of life.
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According to the television host, every journey presents an opportunity to challenge long-held assumptions and appreciate the diversity of the world.
"I encourage people to travel, actually, because I think travel is what's made a big part of me."
He explained that his experiences across different parts of the world have helped him understand issues from multiple perspectives.
"Being able to travel the world, whether it's mainland Europe or the Americas or Africa, definitely travel opens you up to different things, different perspectives, different things you may never have thought about."
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Digital platforms creating new opportunities
Beyond travel, Ndung'u also reflected on the opportunities available in today's digital space, saying there has never been a better time for people to showcase their talents.
He noted that many young people often underestimate the value of their skills, yet digital platforms have made it possible for creators to reach audiences across the world.
According to him, success online is not limited to people appearing in front of a camera.
"There are a lot of things that you can do, fresh ideas you can bring to the media space."
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He explained that individuals can build careers through various creative disciplines, including writing, photography, video editing, graphic design, storytelling and voice-over work.
'Show people what you're passionate about'
Ndung'u urged aspiring creatives not to wait for perfect conditions before sharing their work, saying opportunities often arise from consistently putting one's skills into the public domain.
He encouraged young people to focus on what they genuinely enjoy rather than comparing themselves with others.
"If you have a skill, something you're passionate about, it doesn't have to be talking, but let's say there's something you're passionate about, just show it to people because you never know what opportunities can come to you."
His comments reflect the growing influence of the creator economy, where digital platforms have enabled photographers, writers, filmmakers, editors, designers and other creatives to build careers by sharing their work online.
