Hanifa, JKIA Whistleblower Land Roles At Nation Media In Significant Editorial Shake-Up
Hanifa, a popular activist, is one of tens of people who have won new jobs at Nation Media Group following the company’s recent restructuring.
In an internal communication published by Editor-in-Chief Joe Ageyo, the company announced the need to respond to changes in content consumption and audience behavior in Kenya and elsewhere.
Hanifa, one of the most outspoken critics of Kenya’s Kwanza government on social media, has been hired as a writer for the Daily Nation.
On Tuesday, April 22, Hanifa posted her debut article, titled We’re not going anywhere, and we won’t wait for your permission.
Hanifa Adan and Nelson Amenya join Nation Media Group (NMG) pic.twitter.com/m9fJ1FfOaZ
— Viral Tea Ke (@ViralTeaKe) April 22, 2025
Besides Hanifa, Nelson Amenya, who gained nationwide attention for whistleblowing particulars of the Adani deal, also landed a role at the Kimathi Street-based media house.
“As the content landscape rapidly evolves, our newsroom will continue to respond appropriately by constantly evaluating our structures and making adjustments,” Ageyo stated in a communique.
The reform centered mostly on the editing department, with the corporation striving to increase digital innovation.
The media organization also hopes to increase audience involvement in countries such as Tanzania and Uganda, where it has a strong presence.
James Smart, who was previously a Senior News Anchor, has been promoted to Managing Editor of Broadcast and New Media.
Hearty congratulations to @jamessmat on being appointed Managing Editor, Broadcast and New Media at Nation Media Group. Your progress is a source of pride for Baba Dogo and Korogocho, and a reminder that with determination and talent, we can scale all heights. pic.twitter.com/5x7e7JKKWg
— Raphael Obonyo (@RaphaelObonyo) April 22, 2025
Washington Gikunju, formerly Managing Editor, Planning and Content Hubs, will be renamed Managing Editor, Content Strategy, a new job.
His new post will require him to coordinate and streamline publication procedures across print outlets and linked digital channels.
Lead editors from all departments will report directly to Gikunju.
Previously, Harry Misiko, the lead editor, was promoted to a position inside the Content Strategy division, where he would oversee the content hubs and news desk operations.
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Meanwhile, Kennedy Kimanthi, the Regional Editor in Nakuru, has been relocated to Nairobi to serve as News Editor at the integrated news desk.
Brygettes Ngana will resume his prior post in Nakuru.
In the statement, Ageyo congratulated the team for accepting the change and urged all employees to provide the necessary support to those taking on new duties.
“I urge you to join me in congratulating our colleagues who are taking up new roles. Let us accord them utmost cooperation as we accelerate the transformation of our newsroom,” he said.
Hanifa, JKIA Whistleblower Land Roles At Nation Media In Significant Editorial Shake-Up
