The Standard Group Plc is a
multi-media organization with investments in media platforms spanning newspaper
print operations, television, radio broadcasting, digital and online services. The
Standard Group is recognized as a leading multi-media house in Kenya with a key
influence in matters of national and international interest.
Mary Mbewe, the 2020 Editorial Leadership Award Laureate for Africa (Photo: Courtesy)
Wan-Ifra’s Women in News has named Mary Mbewe as the 2020 Editorial Leadership Award Laureate for Africa. Mbewe is the executive editor of Zambia’s The Daily Nation, one of the three leading newspapers in the country.
Mbewe’s 30-year career has seen her steadily rise up the echelons of the media industry. She has dedicated work to bringing the stories of those who are often ignored, i.e. marginalised people and communities, to light. She has also nurtured the careers of up and coming journalists and acted as a mentor to female journalists.
Premium Article
Get Full Access for Ksh299/Week.
Bold Reporting Takes Time, Courage and Investment. Stand With Us.
Stand With Bold Journalism.
Stand With The Standard.
Journalism can't be free because the truth demands investment.
At The Standard, we invest time, courage and skills to bring you accurate,
factual and impactful stories. Subscribe today and stand with us in the
pursuit of credible journalism.