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.
The founder and Director of Star FM Mohamed Osman at the station offices in Nairobi on July 9, 2020 during the interview. [Collins Kweyu,Standard]
When Mohammed Osman realised the dearth of information suffered by pastoralist communities such as Somalis and Boranas, he decided to venture into media business. He burned with a desire to keep the communities informed about what was happening both locally and globally. In 2005, he started Star FM, a radio station based in Garissa, which today is thriving beyond his expectations.
Why, despite numerous challenges, did you chose to venture into the media business?
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