Editor's Review The Standard Group PLC has confirmed the appointment of Chaacha Mwita as its substantive Chief Executive Officer. The Standard Group PLC has confirmed the appointment of Chaacha Mwita as its substantive Chief Executive Officer. The Board also noted that the appointment adhered strictly to corporate governance and regulatory frameworks governing publicly listed companies. Mwita stated that the Standard Group will appeal the ruling by the tribunal, which allowed them to retain the licences until the matter is determined by the courts. Mwita clarified that the Standard Group did not willingly default on payments, explaining that the government owed the media house Ksh1.2 billion in unpaid advertising and media services bills.

Source: Standard Digital April 02, 2026 15:37 UTC