NAIROBI, Kenya — Media veteran Symon Bargurei has been appointed Managing Director of Capital Group Limited, the parent company of Capital FM, one of Kenya’s most iconic radio stations. His appointment takes effect on June 1, 2025.
Bargurei takes the helm at a pivotal time for the company, bringing nearly two decades of leadership experience spanning media, commercial strategy, and enterprise transformation.
His career includes stints at top Kenyan firms in both the media and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sectors.
“We are excited to welcome Symon to Capital Group,” said Mary-Ann Musangi, Director of Capital Group Limited. “His deep knowledge of the media space, strong commercial instincts and forward-thinking approach make him well-suited to lead us into our next phase of growth.”
Before his appointment, Bargurei served as Group Strategy and Innovation Director at Unga Holdings Limited.
He has also held leadership roles at Nation Media Group and The Standard Group, where he played a central role in driving business transformation and market development strategies.
He is widely recognised for combining strategic foresight with a consumer-first mindset, leading initiatives that have enhanced brand equity, product innovation, and organisational agility.
Colleagues credit him with mentoring high-performing teams and building competitive advantages through customer experience-driven solutions.
Bargurei holds a BA in Economics from the University of Nairobi and an Executive MBA from Strathmore Business School.
He has also completed executive education programmes at the University of Oxford, IESE Business School in Spain, and the Gordon Institute of Business Science in South Africa. He is a member of the Institute of Customer Experience (ICX).
His arrival signals a new chapter for Capital Group, which is seeking to deepen its leadership in Kenya’s competitive media industry through innovation and adaptive growth strategies.
Capital FM, which celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2021, has long been known for its urban, English-language programming and influential presence in Kenya’s cultural and media landscape.
