DNK International DNK-International, a fast rising Kenyan owned digital publication, has reportedly secured a significant foothold in the control of Nation Media Group (NMG) following a high stakes share acquisition.
The acquisition comes after a Tanzanian businessman Rostam Aziz acquired a major stake in the company.
Aziz acquired a 54.08 percent stake from the Aga Khan Fund for Economic Development, effectively shifting majority control of the regional media giant.
Insiders indicate that DNK-International has since moved swiftly to secure influence within the new ownership structure, marking a bold expansion into mainstream media.
The deal, which is expected to be formally signed today, signals a major shift in East Africa’s media landscape, positioning DNK-International as a key emerging player in both digital and traditional media spheres.
Analysts say the move could reshape editorial direction, market competition, and media ownership dynamics in Kenya and beyond.
If finalized, the acquisition will mark one of the most consequential media ownership transitions in recent years, potentially redefining the future of one of the region’s most influential news organizations.
[DNK-International@April 1,2026]
