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March 14, 2026
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Fears for press freedom as billionaire takes control of East Africa’s largest media house

Fears for press freedom as billionaire takes control of East Africa’s largest media house

After the acquisition this week of East Africa's biggest media outfit by a politically well connected billionaire businessman, questions are being asked - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..

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Concerns about press freedom have arisen after billionaire Rostam Aziz acquired a controlling 54% stake in Nation Media Group (NMG), East Africa's largest media house.

  • Rostam Aziz, through his company Taarifa Ltd, is the new majority shareholder of Nation Media Group.
  • Nation Media Group owns influential outlets across Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, and Rwanda, including the Daily Nation.
  • Critics worry Aziz's close ties to regional politicians might influence editorial independence, despite his assurances of supporting "credible and independent journalism."

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