Maureen Mudi is a distinguished communication specialist and media development expert with over 20 years of experience driving strategic media initiatives across East Africa. Currently Regional Coordinator at the Media Council of Kenya (MCK), Coast Region, she combines extensive journalism experience—including senior roles at The Star Newspaper, The Standard, and Minnesota Public Radio—with expertise as a Deutsche Welle Akademie Media Viability Consultant supporting digital transformation across Kenya, Tanzania, and Ghana. A certified mediator and current Master's candidate in Communication Strategy at Aga Khan University, Maureen has consulted for leading institutions while specializing in media viability, gender-responsive policies, editorial development, digital marketing, PR, and branding. She is recognized for building sustainable, ethical media ecosystems that advance democratic governance through strategic communication solutions.