- Ochieng’ Ogodo was a Kenyan science journalist and editor.
- He worked in science journalism for many years.
- He led SciDev.Net's English Africa desk and team.
- He was the Africa editor at Mongabay news site.
- Colleagues praised his work, skill and mentorship.
- He mentored many young African journalists and editors.
- He loved the Arsenal football team and watched games.
- He died in the early hours on Thursday.
- Many people sent messages of sympathy and praise.
- He is deeply missed by his peers and colleagues.
Difficult words
- journalist — A person who writes news articles.journalists
- editor — A person who prepares and corrects news.editors
- mentor — to help and teach a less experienced person.mentored
- colleague — A person who works with you.colleagues
- praise — to say good things about someone or work.praised
- sympathy — Words or feelings that show you are sad.
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Discussion questions
- Do you watch football games?
- Do you have a mentor at work or school?
- Do you read news about science?
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