Standard Group ups stake in digital and broadcast units

Standard Group Director Samuel Tiampati(left), Chairman Robin Sewell(centre) and Standard Group CEO Sam Shollei(right) during the company’s AGM. (Photo: Wilberforce Okwiri/Standard)

The Standard Group is set to increase its investment in digital and broadcast products as it moves to match the changing needs of consumers.

Standard Group CEO Sam Shollei said the company, now 115 years old, will diversify its products to serve the growing needs of consumers as well as create more value for shareholders. “Because of the changing needs of consumers, the board has found it necessary to diversify its business from print to more broadcast and digital,” said Mr Shollei.