Waihiga Mwaura had a delightful surprise on his birthday when his wife, Joyce Omondi, paid him a visit at his workplace with a beautifully decorated cake. The unexpected gesture unfolded at the BBC offices, where Waihiga works, and was met with cheers and excitement from his colleagues.
Seated at his workstation, the celebrated journalist was caught completely off guard as Joyce, radiant and smiling, walked up to him holding the cake. The entire office broke into a cheerful birthday chorus as she approached, making the moment all the more memorable. Waihiga beamed with joy as he stood up to hug his wife before cutting the cake, clearly touched by the thoughtful surprise.
The sweet celebration had been carefully planned by Joyce in collaboration with Waihiga’s workmates. As she entered the BBC premises, she shared her excitement about being part of the office festivities to celebrate her husband’s special day. The birthday moment was captured on video, and she later shared a short clip online, captioning it with warm wishes for her husband, calling him “my Osiep Chunya” — a term of endearment in Dholuo meaning “friend of my heart.”
Joyce remained at the BBC studios even after the cake-cutting celebration. As Waihiga prepared to go on air, she was seen helping him fix his tie, supporting him behind the scenes before he switched into news anchor mode. It wasn’t her first time visiting him at work — she had previously accompanied him for a casual “take your wife to work” day, indicating the strong bond they share even in professional spaces.
The couple, often admired for their deep connection and mutual support, received an outpouring of love from fans online. Viewers who saw the birthday moment were moved by the love and genuine joy between the two. Many left heartwarming comments, with some expressing admiration for the way they treat each other and wishing for similar relationships in their own lives. From the colleague who jumped with excitement during the surprise to the group harmonizing birthday songs, the entire celebration painted a picture of warmth and community.
Joyce and Waihiga have long been regarded as one of the most admirable couples in Kenya’s media landscape. Despite their public profiles, they have remained intentional about guarding their privacy. Joyce has previously spoken about the importance of protecting her marriage by keeping it off social media. She believes in preserving the sacredness of their relationship and only shares occasional glimpses with fans and followers.
This quiet approach to their love life has earned them respect from many who see them as a model of modern, yet grounded, marriage. Their ability to support each other both personally and professionally speaks volumes about the depth of their bond. Moments like this birthday surprise serve as a reminder of the importance of thoughtfulness, even in the busiest of lives.
Waihiga’s beaming smile, the laughter from his colleagues, and Joyce’s loving presence all came together to create a birthday moment filled with joy, admiration, and authentic love — a memory that will no doubt linger long after the candles were blown out.
