Next Media has welcomed Joy Mwangi as its new Chief Marketing & Ventures Officer, a move that signals the media powerhouse’s renewed focus on innovation, partnerships, and regional growth.
Joy, an award-winning strategic leader, joins the Next Media executive team with more than a decade of experience driving digital transformation and social impact across multiple African markets. Her portfolio includes leadership roles and partnerships with CNBC Africa, Forbes Africa, TechCabal, Multichoice Africa, and Standard Media Group, among others.
She is recognized for her results-oriented approach and her ability to bridge strategy, culture, and execution. Over the years, Joy has successfully led initiatives across more than eight African countries, aligning cross-functional priorities and steering purpose-driven enterprises toward measurable results.
Her appointment comes at a pivotal time for Next Media, as the group continues to strengthen its ventures arm, scale new digital innovations, and build platforms that empower both creators and audiences.
The Kenyan-born leader’s expertise spans fintech, social commerce, and media innovation, areas increasingly shaping how African businesses grow and connect with audiences. Her addition to the team is expected to boost Next Media’s efforts in unlocking new revenue streams and deepening its footprint in regional markets.
With a vision to blend creativity, impact, and strategic leadership, Joy Mwangi’s appointment reflects Next Media’s continued rise as one of East Africa’s most dynamic media and digital companies.