Sad to announce the death of Regina Mutoko We know her as the bubbly host of the once popular game show Omo Pick a Box, Regina Mutokosuccumbed to injuries sustained in a bathroom accident this morning.
Our condolences to her family and friends in this painful time.
Away From tv Regina was an IT consultant before her death.
One day she was tasked by her employer to audition models for a game show, Omo Pick a Box.
At the end of the audition, her employer asked her to also audition, and despite having no experience in hosting such programmes, she won the contract.
She will be missed a lot for she was a hardworking and social person who loved life a people.
Regina Mutoko is the younger sister of Kiss FM and Radio Africa groups Caroline Mutoko. Our hearts go out to the family of Rev. & Mrs. Mutoko. May the good God comfort you in this difficult time.
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Regina Kalombe Mutoko was a well-known Kenyan media personality and ICT expert. Here’s a summary of her life and legacy:
Media Career: “Omo Pick‑a‑Box”
Rose to fame in the 1990s as the bubbly host of the popular KBC game show Omo Pick‑a‑Box, capturing Kenyan audiences with her infectious smile and professionalism.
Despite her early success in entertainment, she remained remarkably private—never owning social media and balancing fame with personal discretion.
Transition to ICT Leadership
Earned a BSc in Electrical and Communications Engineering from Moi University as one of just two women in her 400-student class.
Held a role as a Microsoft Engineer at Fintech Kenya, later ascending to ICT & Multimedia Director at USIU, where she championed e-learning initiatives and helped make the campus nearly paperless.
Passing & Post-mortem Findings
Tragically died at age 39 in September 2014 at home in Kileleshwa. Initially thought to be a bathroom accident.
Subsequent autopsy revealed she died from a pulmonary embolism caused by deep vein thrombosis. No foul play was involved.
Family & Legacy
Younger sister of renowned Kiss 100 presenter Caroline Mutoko, who described Regina as her “sister and best friend” in heart-felt tributes.
Left behind a son, Richard (around 10 at the time), and a strong legacy as both a media icon and ICT pioneer, mentoring many in STEM fields.
In Memoriam
Regina Mutoko stands out as a truly multi-faceted figure: from entertaining millions as a TV host to breaking gender barriers in engineering and ICT. Her life story—marked by professionalism, academic excellence, warmth, and humility—continues to inspire professionals, especially women, in Kenya’s technology and media sectors.
