Don't say dreams don't come true – Larry Madowo as he anchors his first BBC World News bulletin

Brian Oruta 13:48 - 05 October 2020

Larry Madowo

We didn't have a TV when I was growing up-Madowo

BBC Journalist Larry Madowo has spoken after he got to anchor his first ever BBC World News bulletin.

In a tweet seen by Pulse Live, Madowo stated that people should not say that dreams don’t come true.

He mentioned that growing up they did not own a TV set and it is strange that he gets to anchor the BBC World news, a program that is watch all over the world.

Larry Madowo

“We didn't have a TV when I was growing up. It is surreal that I get to anchor a @BBCWorld newscast watched in every corner of the planet from DC. Don't say dreams don't come true!” wrote Larry Madowo.

Following his tweet, his former colleagues and fans went on to congratulate him for the new role and the great work he is doing.

I am proud of you. 🙏🏿You remained humbled, listened to advice and are grateful to the people who paved the way. I hope young people watching will learn from your journey. It was not easy 🙏🏿🌐💙❤️👊🏾 🇰🇪 @YGLvoices
— Lady Mariéme Jamme | She/Her🦋 (@mjamme) October 5, 2020

Keep going brother.Clear the path.Kenya to the world.
— Waihiga Mwaura 🇰🇪 (@WaihigaMwaura) October 5, 2020

Keep blazing them trails bro. We Stan.
— FERDINAND OMONDI (@FerdyOmondi) October 5, 2020

And doing so over that beautiful, iconic BBC soundtrack! Congratulations, Larry! pic.twitter.com/xjJc7gwdEr
— Baradhuli Mkubwa (@BaradhuliMkubwa) October 5, 2020

Your dreams were (and are still) valid! 🙌🏾
— Mandi Sarro - TDQ (@MissMandii) October 5, 2020

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— Mohamed Wehliye, MBS (@WehliyeMohamed) October 5, 2020

Where I come from the word 'temporarily' sounds as good as you said it in the head. Things change the moment we open our mouths 😆😆😆.
Good stuff Larry. You're doing great! 🙌🏾🙌🏾
— Wangari (@FK26_W) October 5, 2020