Mombasa, February 28 – Mo Radio 88.2 FM is proud to celebrate one of its own, Omar Mazera, who has been honored with a prestigious Human Rights Defenders Award at the African Media Festival 2025 held in Nairobi on February 27th.
Mazera, a dedicated Mombasa-based journalist, received this recognition for his outstanding investigative story, “Mpaka Waa Madhila,” which sheds light on the suffering of Mackinon residents due to the ongoing border disputes between Kwale and Taita Taveta counties.
For years, Mazera has been at the forefront of human rights reporting, passionately highlighting injustices and amplifying the voices of the marginalized. His in-depth coverage of the Mackinon border dispute revealed how the conflict has led to land ownership struggles and limited access to essential services for local communities. Through his work, he has not only informed the public but also pushed for accountability from relevant authorities.
This award is a testament to Mo Radio’s commitment to professional and impactful journalism. As a media house, Mo Radio has continuously nurtured journalists who are dedicated to ethical, fact-based, and socially responsible reporting. Omar’s achievement reflects the station’s mission to empower reporters to cover critical issues affecting society with depth and integrity.
Speaking after receiving the award, Omar dedicated the win to his colleagues at Mo Radio and the community members who bravely shared their stories. He emphasized the power of journalism in driving change and vowed to continue advocating for human rights through his reporting.
To hear Omar’s award-winning investigative story “Mpaka Waa Madhila,” listen to the attached audio below. His powerful storytelling captures the realities faced by Mackinon residents and underscores the importance of media in shedding light on critical human rights issues.
Mo Radio 88.2 FM congratulates Omar Mazera on this well-deserved recognition and remains committed to fostering impactful journalism that serves the public interest.
