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HAMASTA MEDIA

Reporting Moments That Matter
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Reporting Moments
That Matter

Kenya's premier digital newsroom based in Maseno, Kisumu.

About Us

Who We Are

HAMASTA MEDIA is a digital-first Kenyan media organization committed to delivering credible, timely, and community-focused journalism. From our base in Maseno, we cover stories that matter to communities in Western Kenya and beyond, while providing professional media, production, and digital communication services.

Timeline

2023

Founded

Hamasta Media begins its journey as a community-focused media initiative.

2024

Growing the Newsroom

Expanded coverage, contributors, and digital presence across Western Kenya.

2025

Digital Expansion

Introduced professional media, commercial production, and creative services.

2026

A New Digital Era

Expanded newsroom operations, technology, editorial leadership, and multimedia capabilities.

Our Mission

To empower communities through reliable information and foster meaningful dialogue on issues that matter most to our audience.

Our Vision

To be the most trusted and innovative media house in the region, setting the global standard for journalistic excellence and digital disruption.

Editorial Principles

Accuracy

We rigorously verify information before publication.

Independence

We strive to maintain editorial independence.

Fairness

We provide balanced and multifaceted perspectives.

Accountability

We correct errors and take responsibility for our reporting.

Public Interest

We prioritize stories that directly affect communities.

Integrity

We uphold the highest professional journalistic standards.

What We Cover

Politics & Governance

National, county and community politics.

Education

Schools, universities, students and education policy.

Business & Economy

Entrepreneurs, markets, businesses and economic developments.

Sports

Local, university, national and international sports.

Entertainment & Culture

Music, celebrities, events, arts and culture.

Technology

Innovation, AI, digital transformation and emerging tech.

Health

Health developments, public health and community wellbeing.

Community

Stories affecting ordinary people and local communities.

How We Report

01

Discover

We identify important stories and community concerns.

02

Investigate

Our journalists gather information and speak to relevant sources.

03

Verify

Facts, claims, images and supporting information are checked.

04

Edit

Stories undergo rigorous editorial review before publication.

05

Publish

Verified stories are published across our digital platforms.

06

Correct & Update

We update developing stories and correct genuine errors when necessary.

2023 Founded
250K+ Monthly Readers
100% Committed to Accuracy
24/7 News Cycle

Who We Serve

Communities

Local stories and issues that affect everyday life.

Students & Young People

Campus news, opportunities, trends and youth voices.

Professionals & Businesses

Business news, insights and promotional media solutions.

Organizations & NGOs

Communication, campaigns, storytelling and development media.

Kenyan Diaspora

Reliable coverage of developments back home.

Our Media Services

Photography

Professional event, corporate, documentary and editorial photography.

Cinematic Production

Commercials, documentaries, interviews, events and social content.

Broadcasting

Live events, interviews, panel discussions and digital broadcasts.

Digital Media

Social media management, digital campaigns and online storytelling.

Brand Intelligence

Media monitoring, audience insights and strategic communication.

NGO & Development

Campaigns, impact stories, documentaries and community engagement.

Leadership Team

Hamasta Media operates with a structured Executive Board overseeing Editorial, Digital, and Creative departments.

Clifford Okoth - CEO
CEO

Clifford Okoth

CEO — CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Leading Hamasta Media with a vision for truthful and impactful journalism.

Sege Peter Eng. - CTO
CTO

Sege Peter Eng.

CTO — CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER

Innovating our digital platforms with cutting-edge technology and AI integrations.

Benjamin Chesoli - EXEC
EXEC

Benjamin Chesoli

EXEC — EXECUTIVE MEMBER (CONTENT)

Advising on content acquisition, production, and editorial guidelines.

Albright Juma - COO
COO

Albright Juma

COO — CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

Ensuring operational excellence and streamlined workflows for maximum efficiency.

Lennox Colly - CFO
CFO

Lennox Colly

CFO — CHIEF FINANCE OFFICER

Managing financial strategies and ensuring sustainable growth.

Michael Otieno - CCO
CCO

Michael Otieno

CCO — CHIEF CONTENT OFFICER

Driving the creative direction and content strategy across all global platforms.

Cliff Sammy - CRO
CRO

Cliff Sammy

CRO — CHIEF REVENUE OFFICER

Spearheading revenue generation and forming high-value strategic partnerships.

Wilfred Ogola - HOM
HOM

Wilfred Ogola

HOM — HEAD OF MARKETING

Amplifying our brand voice and connecting with our audience through creativity.

Mathias Anthony - EXEC
EXEC

Mathias Anthony

EXEC — EXECUTIVE MEMBER (FINANCE)

Providing strategic oversight on financial operations and investments.

Supported by an expanding newsroom of Editors, Reporters, Correspondents, Web Developers, Videographers, and Graphic Designers.

Our Commitment to Accuracy

If we publish an error, we believe our audience deserves to know. Hamasta Media is committed to promptly reviewing credible complaints, correcting factual errors, and maintaining transparency with our readers.

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