Media Focus on Africa is a non-profit Communication for development (C4D) organisation, which is using the media to push for social change. The founders believed in the value of the media as a critical platform for debate and review of development issues. Their ambition was to urge local and international organisations to acknowledge the value of the media in promoting development issues thus integrating communication components within their programmes. MFA produces contextualized media programmes that provide a space for people to voice their aspirations on development issues. Since its foundation, the organisation has implemented cutting edge multi-media strategies, designed drama series and new media tools promoting good leadership & governance, free & fair elections, peace building & reconciliation, while mainstreaming gender perspectives and promoting socio-economic justice. MFA has been registered in Kenya since 2005 and in Uganda since 2011.
Director of The Board
Mburugu has extensive experience in the Kenyan media industry. He was head of production at KTN, one of Kenyans leading television stations, worked for Kiss Television and Citizen Television. He was the executive producer of The Team and Ms President.
Chair of The Board
Paul has worked with Media Focus on Africa for nearly a decade, starting out as director. Paul has a wealth of experience in film production and accounting in both Africa and Europe.
Country Director, Kenya
Harrison holds a BA degree in Sociology, specialization in Leadership and Governance. He is also pursuing a master’s degree in Public Policy. He has a broad network in Kenya and has extensive knowledge and experience in the field of governance, peace building, communications & human rights.
Programmes Officer
Simon has over 10 years’ experience in implementing media for development programmes, in project planning and management, project monitoring, project communication, partner relations management and community engagement. Simon holds a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism and Media Studies, Development Communication major, from the University of Nairobi.
Media Programs Officer
Frenny is a Multiple award nominee journalist with over 8 years of experience in the media sector. She worked as a reporter, presenter and producer for the BBC World Service before joining MFA. Frenny holds a BA in Journalism and Media Studies from the University of Nairobi.
Projects Manager, Uganda
Jan is an experienced communications specialist overseeing Media Focus on Africa Uganda office. She holds over ten years of experience in journalism, public relations and media development and has worked in Uganda and Tanzania. Jan holds a BA/Education in English and Literature degree from Makerere University and a Masters in International Public Relations and Global Communication Management from Cardiff University.
Finance & Admin Assistant, Uganda
Finance & Admin Officer
Dominic is in charge in of day to day organizational finance & administration management, offering progressive experience of 10 plus years in non-profit organizations accounting, project administration, financial reporting, budgeting, cash-flow forecast and non-profit statutory compliance. Currently leading MFA finance departments in Kenya and Uganda, Dominic is a trained accountant, KASNEB-Kenya.
Finance & Admin Assistant, Kenya
Innocent has a degree in Business Administration (Finance Option) from Presbyterian University. She has 4 years of working experience as a finance and administration assistant at Media Focus in the office.
Gender Consultant & Former Head of Programmes
Laurence has more than eight years global experience working as a programme manager, social researcher and counselor in the sector of Women rights, child rights/protection among others.
Office Assistant
Lorna has a diploma in IT from The Institute of Advanced Technology. She has 5 years experience as an Office Assistant, having worked with various organizations in Nairobi.
Communications Officer
Marie is a versatile Communications expert with 8 years' experience in brand creation, promotion, and management; content research, development, and production on mainstream media and digital platforms. She holds a BA in Social Communication from The Catholic University of Eastern Africa.
Programmes' Assistant - Uganda
Cedric is an experienced project coordinator, over seeing Media Focus on Africa projects,programs and activities. He holds over 3years experience in project work, environmentalist and data analysis, he has also undertaken online courses in digital communication and attained a certificate. He has worked in various organizations within the country that has equipped him with the skill required by MFA to smoothly run the organisation. He obtained a bachelor's degree from Uganda Christian University mukono in Environmental Science.
Communications' Assistant, Uganda
A dedicated and results-oriented I.T Specialist with a strong foundation in multimedia skills, broadcasting, video editing, web development, communications, graphics design, social media management, and digital journalism. Leveraging a background in media studies and a passion for creative storytelling, brings a dynamic skill set to the table. Passionate and committed, He is eager to continue his journey in the media industry, harnessing his skills to create impactful content and reach diverse audiences.