Capital Group Limited has appointed Symon Bargurei as its new Managing Director, effective June 1, 2025, signaling a strategic shift aimed at accelerating innovation and growth in Kenya’s competitive media landscape.
Bargurei brings over 18 years of leadership experience in commercial strategy, media management, and enterprise transformation, having worked across top-tier organisations in the media and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sectors.
“We are excited to welcome Symon to Capital Group,” said Mary-Ann Musangi, Director of Capital Group Limited. “His deep understanding of the media landscape, commercial acumen, and passion for innovation make him uniquely positioned to lead us into the next era.”
Prior to this appointment, Bargurei was the Group Strategy and Innovation Director at Unga Holdings Limited. He has also held senior leadership roles at Nation Media Group and The Standard Group, where he led business transformation, product innovation, and market development initiatives.
An alumnus of the University of Nairobi with a BA in Economics, Bargurei also holds an Executive MBA from Strathmore Business School.
His global executive education includes stints at the University of Oxford (UK), IESE Business School (Spain), and the Gordon Institute of Business Science (South Africa).
Bargurei is known for his consumer-centric approach, strategic foresight, and mentorship—traits that have earned him recognition across industries.
He is a member of the Institute of Customer Experience (ICX), further cementing his commitment to delivering value to audiences and advertisers alike.
