Capital FM Parent Company Appoints New Managing Director
Bargurei is widely respected in the industry for leading impactful media strategies, launching standout products, and building content platforms driven by consumer insights.
Marvin Chege 
Capital Group Limited, Capital FM's parent company, has appointed Symon Bargurei as its new Managing Director, effective June 1, 2025.
The media company based at Two Rivers Mall in Kiambu County on Friday, May 30, hailed Bargurei as a seasoned business leader with more than 18 years of experience in commercial strategy, media management and enterprise growth.
“We are excited to welcome Symon to Capital Group Limited,” said Mary-Ann Musangi, Director of Capital Group Limited.
Symon Bargurei is the new Managing Director at Capital Group Limited effective June 1, 2025. /CAPITAL FM
“Symon’s deep understanding of the media landscape, combined with his commercial acumen and passion for innovation, makes him uniquely positioned to lead Capital Group into its next era.”
Bargurei is widely respected in the industry for leading impactful media strategies, launching standout products, and building content platforms driven by consumer insights.
He brings a strong record of spearheading transformation at some of Kenya’s top organisations in both the media and FMCG sectors to his new role at Capital Group Limited.
Before this, he was the Group Strategy and Innovation Director at Unga Holdings Limited and also held key leadership roles, including Commercial Manager at Nation Media Group and multiple senior positions at The Standard Group Kenya Limited.
Known for his strategic vision and drive for innovation, Bargurei has spearheaded major initiatives in business transformation, product development, market expansion, and brand elevation.
He is highly regarded for his ability to mentor teams and deliver a lasting competitive advantage through consumer-centric strategies. His reputation is backed by strong endorsements from both peers and senior leaders in the industry.
Bargurei holds a BA in Economics from the University of Nairobi and an Executive MBA from Strathmore Business School.
Furthermore, he has sharpened his leadership edge through executive programs at top global institutions including the University of Oxford (UK), IESE Business School (Spain), Strathmore Business School (Kenya), and the Gordon Institute of Business Science (South Africa), as well as being a certified member of the Institute of Customer Experience (ICX).
His appointment signals a bold new phase for Capital Group Limited, as the company looks to elevate its standing in the media space through innovation, agility, and purpose-driven leadership.
Capital Group Limited is a major player in Kenya’s media scene, best known for owning 98.4 Capital FM—a pioneer in private radio broadcasting since 1996.
Other than Capital FM, Capital Group also owns Capital Digital Media (CDM). This division handles digital content, online streaming, video production, and social media strategy, keeping the brand relevant in the digital age.
