Former Lands CS Dr. Farida Karoney has been appointed as the Growth Strategy Consultant at Cape Media Limited, the parent company of TV47, Radio47, and TV47 Digital.
According to a statement released by Cape Media, Dr. Karoney will be focusing on diversifying revenue streams and enhancing the media group’s overall brand strength.
Dr. Karoney will also be expected to spearhead the strategic and policy changes aimed at positioning Cape Media as a digital-first media house and strengthening its competitiveness in the rapidly evolving media landscape.
Dr. Karoney lands a new role at TV 47. Photo: Courtesy.
Appreciating the appointment, Dr. Karoney emphasized the need to mold a resilient and future-ready Cape Media brand, stating that the future of media lies in robust strategy, innovation, and digital transformation.
Cape Media Limited Chairperson Prof. Simon Gicharu welcomed her appointment, describing it as a step in the right direction that will ensure TV47, Radio47, and their digital platforms sustain and accelerate their current growth trajectory.
She previously served as CS for Lands and Physical Planning from 2018 to 2022, where she led major land reforms, including the digitization of land records and services.
Before the government job, Karoney held leadership roles in top media organisations, including Chief Operating Officer and Editorial Director at Royal Media Services.
She has also worked with KTN, Nation Media Group, and Al Jazeera.
