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Tanzanian Billionaire Rostam Aziz Acquires Nation Media Group, Raising Press Freedom Concerns

Tanzanian billionaire Rostam Aziz has acquired a controlling stake in Nation Media Group, East Africa's largest media conglomerate, a move that has sparked debate about the future of independent journalism in the region amid fears it could threaten press freedom.

13 Mar, 11:34 — 13 Mar, 11:34
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FTVery High73d ago

Tanzania tycoon plans to ‘shake up’ top African media conglomerate

Aga Khan sells Nation Media Group to politically connected Rostam Azizi in a move critics say threatens press freedom

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FT13 Mar, 11:34First to report

Tanzania tycoon plans to ‘shake up’ top African media conglomerate

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tvn2414 Mar, 12:41Latest update

Tanzański miliarder przejmuje największą grupę medialną w Afryce Wschodniej

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