Wesley Maritim

Wesley Maritim is a Business Development Manager at BBC World Service, focusing on East and Southern Africa since January 2015. Their career began as a Research Assistant at SBO Research, followed by a role as an Advertising Sales Executive at Nation Media Group, where they gained valuable experience in both print and broadcasting media. From 2005 to 2014, Wesley worked at Voice of America as a Regional Marketing Representative, enhancing the reach of U.S. international broadcasting across key African markets. Notable achievements include growing the BBC Swahili audience from 15.4 million in 2015 to 29.7 million in 2023, reflecting their commitment to delivering trusted journalism and fostering inclusive content strategies. Wesley's education includes a Bachelor of Education from Moi University and a KCSE from Talai High School.