Willis Raburu Promoted To Director Of Digital Services Months After Joining TV47

• Willis Raburu joined Cape Media's TV 47 in August about two months after quitting Citizen TV
• On Monday, December 18, the TV personality announced he had been appointed as the director of digital services
• Raburu will be responsible for driving the continuous evolution of TV47, Radio47 and 47 Digital products

Former Citizen TV presenter Willis Raburu has been appointed the director of digital services and innovations at Cape Media.

Raburu announced his new role on his social media platforms on Monday, December 18.

How did Raburu react to his promotion?

The journalist said he was thrilled to lead the charge at the fast-growing media house.

Raburu, who left Citizen TV in June after 13 years of service, will be responsible for driving the continuous evolution of TV47, Radio47 and 47 Digital products.

He said he was excited to elevate the digital dialogue, empower the youth, and drive transformative change.

"We have a roadmap for the design, development, and maintenance of brand 47 digital products and presence. Digital is the heartbeat of progress, and I’m ready to take on the challenge. Grateful to the Chairman and the entire board for this incredible opportunity! Let’s revolutionize together. Successful people look like you. God love you and that will never change," he wrote.

Why did Willis Raburu quit county job?

In October, Raburu officially resigned from his role as chairperson of the Nairobi Festival Committee.

In a statement, Raburu expressed his gratitude for the trust and opportunity extended to him during his time in the role.

"This morning, I have officially informed the leadership of the county that I will no longer be serving in my current capacity as Chair of the Nairobi Festival Committee," read a part of his statement.

He added:

"It has been an honour to work alongside Governor Sakaja and his administration, and I would like to express my deep gratitude for the trust and opportunity that they have extended to me during my time here."

While the media personality did not specify the reasons for his departure, he mentioned the necessity for systemic change to enhance service delivery and leadership effectiveness:

"However, this decision is driven by a recognition of the pressing need for systemic change to enhance the effectiveness of our service delivery and leadership. It is clear that to serve better the county and its residents, a more comprehensive look at existing systems is essential, which, to be fair, have already been instituted, and I wish them all the best in this regard," he continued.