August 11
Kenya: I&m Bank Tops Kenya's Social Media Consumer Sentiment Index
I&M Bank has emerged as the top-ranked financial institution in the Kenya Banking Consumer Sentiment on Social Media Index 2024, powered by Data EQ. Read more »
August 12
Kenya: Communications Expert Laban-Cliff Onserio Joins National Defence University Kenya for Advanced Crisis Management Studies
Laban-Cliff Onserio, a communications expert and journalist, has been admitted to the prestigious National Defence University Kenya (NDU-K) to pursue a second Master's Degree in… Read more »
August 06
Kenya: Meta Rolls Out in-Stream Ads & Ads On Facebook Reels in Kenya
Meta has announced the launch of two new monetization features for eligible creators in Kenya: In-Stream Ads on Facebook and Facebook Ads on Reels. Read more »
July 24
Kenya: Journalists in Nairobi to Stage Protest Against Police Brutality
Journalists in Nairobi were on Wednesday set to hold a peaceful protest against police brutality targeting reporters covering anti-government demonstrations and other forms of… Read more »
July 17
Kenya: Editors Guild Demands Speedy Probe On Attacks Against Journalists Covering Protests
The Editors' Guild has demanded a speedy probe on attacks against journalists covering the ongoing Gen Z-led antigovernment protests. Read more »
June 19
Kenya: Atwoli Calls for Law Regulating Social Media to Protect Mainstream Media
The Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU) has called for a law regulating social media content to protect mainstream media. Read more »
June 22
Kenya: Netizens Rally Against Finance Bill With Brief Ruto Appearance At X Forum
Kenyan netizens stormed X on Saturday, escalating protests against the Finance Bill 2024 and condemning poor governance in the country. Read more »
May 09
Kenya: Media Urged to Maintain Professionalism in Support of Govt Agenda
The Government spokesperson Isaac Mwaura has called out to the media to collaborate with the government towards a better Kenya. Read more »
May 03
Kenya: Whatsapp Edges Tiktok As Most Popular Social Media Site in Kenya
WhatsApp remains the most popular online platform in Kenya, leading with 22 percent of the market share, according to the latest report on the state of the media in the country… Read more »
Kenya: Leaders Must Embrace Media Scrutiny for Press Freedom
In order for press freedom to flourish, leaders must be willing to endure scrutiny and criticism from the media. Read more »
May 02
Kenya: Press Freedom Is Near Yet Too Far, It's Time to Turn the Tide
Resilience and strength are not without burdens. This, perhaps, is the biggest lesson we can learn as we mark this year's World Press Freedom Day. Read more »
April 11
Kenya: Tiktok Commits to Kenya's Creative Economic Growth and Safety
Fortune Mgwili-Sibanda, TikTok's Head of Public Policy and Government Relations for Sub-Saharan Africa, has emphasized TikTok's role in the country's creative economy and its… Read more »
March 28
Kenya: Global Peace Crusader Banks On Meta, X Platforms to Promote Peace
The global peace crusader Search for Common Ground (SCM) has said that it will strengthen partnerships with Meta and X platforms to entrench the peace process in the country. Read more »
March 26
Kenya: Tough Times for the Media, but Resilient Ones Will Remain
By and large, it’s not an interesting time for journalists in Kenya. Journalism in Kenya, just like in the rest of the world, is going through a challenging time… Read more »
March 17
Kenya: Radio, TV Remain Media Kings Despite Growing Threat From Social Media, Video Streaming
Radio and TV have remained the two top giants in media consumption, despite the rapidly evolving competition from social media and video streaming. Read more »
Kenya: NTV Journalist Rita Tinina Found Dead in Her House in Kileleshwa
Popular NTV Journalist Rita Tinina is dead. Read more »
March 14
Kenya: KEG-Led Caucus Faults Memo Restricting Govt Adverts to KBC
Kenya Media Sector Working Group (KMSWG) member associations have faulted a memo restricting government advertising to the Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) as an inexcusable… Read more »
February 16
Kenya: MCK Highlights Significant Role Played By Radio
The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) has highlighted the significant role of radio as a tool for disseminating information to the public. Read more »
February 13
Kenya: World Radio Day 2024 - Embracing Radio's Past, Present, and Future
As we mark World Radio Day in 2024, the theme shines a spotlight on the remarkable journey of this enduring medium - from its illustrious history to its relevance in today's… Read more »
January 23
Kenya: Media Council Condemns Public Brawl Involving 3 Siaya Journalists
The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) has denounced Sunday's public brawl involving three journalists in Siaya terming the incident unacceptable. Read more »
January 06
Kenya: Attack on Journalists at Nairobi's Kettle House Bar Sparks Outrage
The Friday night assault on journalists at Nairobi's Kettle House Bar and Grill has provoked strong condemnation from various quarters across the country. Read more »
January 05
Kenya: Kenyan Content Pulled Down By Google Grows Nearly 10 Times to 58
Kenyan online contents removed by Google on its platform grew by nearly 10 times in the six months to June last year as the state sought to stop abuse of the internet. Read more »
December 30, 2023
Kenya: Interior CS Kindiki Vows Justice for Sniper-the Slain Meru Blogger
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki has pledged to ensure that those responsible for the murder of Meru blogger Daniel Muthiani Benard, popularly known as Sniper, will face… Read more »
December 27, 2023
Kenya: DPP Ingonga Says He Has Not Received Inquiry File On Murder of Meru Blogger
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Renson Ingonga says he has not received the inquiry file on the murder of Meru blogger Daniel Muthiani commonly known as Sniper. Read more »
December 17, 2023
Kenya: Kenya to Probe Persons Behind Congo River Alliance Declaration, Assess Free Speech Breaches
Kenya said Sunday it would work to identify persons behind the Congo River Alliance declaration in Nairobi and possible violations of free speech provisions. Read more »