TV47, a relatively new player in the Kenyan television industry, has made a significant impact in just two years since its launch on June 15, 2019. The station, owned by Prof Simon Gicharu, has managed to attract a large audience and has become a force to be reckoned with in the industry.
According to Geopoll research, TV47 has risen to position 5 in terms of audience reach, behind market leader Citizen TV, NTV, KTN Home, and KTN News. This is a remarkable achievement for a station that is only two years old and is run by not-so-prominent personalities.
TV47's success can be attributed to its unique approach to storytelling, which focuses on 'untold stories' that are often ignored by mainstream media. The station's programming and presentation have been praised for their quality and have helped to establish TV47 as a major player in the industry.
TV47's reach is further boosted by its presence on DStv, Signet, Bamba, and StarTimes platforms. The station has also received several awards and recognition for its work, including the KUZA Broadcast Awards, 2021, by the Communication Authority of Kenya, and the Fresh Entries Music Awards (FEMA) 2020.
TV47's commitment to quality programming and its focus on serving the interests of students and business partners have also contributed to its success. The station has introduced the country's first televised lectures, which are broadcast every weekday from 10am-12pm and are accessible and free to all university and college students.
TV47's main studios and corporate offices are located in Parklands, Nairobi, and the station is backed by a second studio based in Mombasa.
