Dr. Farida Karoney (PhD, EGH has joined Cape Media Limited as the Growth Strategy Consultant.
In her role, Dr. Karoney will oversee policy and strategic changes geared towards making Cape Media (the parent company of TV47, Radio47 and TV47 Digital) a digital-first media house, and place it competitively in the market.
In her acceptance speech, Dr. Karoney also highlighted the need to further mould a strong Cape Media brand, as well as diversify revenue streams.
On his part, Cape Media Limited Chairperson Prof. Simon Gicharu lauded Dr. Karoney’s appointment as one that would ensure that TV47, Radio47 and TV47 Digital sustain the growth trajectory they enjoy.
Who is Farida Karoney?
Dr. Farida Karoney (PhD), EGH, is a visionary change leader and one of Kenya’s most accomplished transformation champions, celebrated for her exceptional ability to deliver systemic change across public and private sectors in Kenya and beyond.
Drawing on decades of experience in governance, institutional reform, and media evolution, she has consistently operated at the intersection of innovation, strategy, and impact at scale.
Awarded the Elder of the Order of the Golden Heart (EGH), one of Kenya’s highest civilian honours, the former Cabinet Secretary for Lands and Physical Planning (2018–2022) led one of the most significant land reform processes in Kenya, successfully overseeing the digitisation of land records and services for the first time in the nation’s history.
Her tenure at the Lands ministry was a masterclass in bold leadership, leveraging technology to combat corruption, enhance service delivery, and establish a transparent, citizen-centric land governance system.
Guided by a deep belief in the power of constructive disruption and digital advancement, Dr Karoney has also been instrumental in redefining Kenya’s media landscape. As Chief Operating Officer and Editorial Director, at Royal Media Services, she championed progressive advancements and pioneering initiatives that elevated the media house as the country’s leading broadcasting network.
Her earlier roles at KTN, Nation Media Group, and Al Jazeera underscore her enduring commitment to independent journalism and future-proof media models.
Often described by her mentees, students, and colleagues as a leader who “will always find a way, and if she does not, she will make a decision regardless,” she is widely respected for her decisive leadership, composure under pressure, and unwavering pursuit of excellence and fairness.
Her mantra, “Excellence is a way of life, not an event,” is more than a personal credo, it is a guiding principle that shapes every institution, process, and team she influences.
Dr Karoney holds a PhD in Business Administration (Strategy) and MBA in Strategic Management, both from the University of Nairobi. She also earned a Postgraduate Diploma in Mass Communication from the same institution.
Her academic foundation was laid at Kenyatta University, where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Education, specialising in Botany and Zoology. This interdisciplinary training has shaped her systems-thinking approach, which integrates analytical rigour, strategic foresight, and people-centred leadership.
