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 »
December 02, 2023
Kenya: Atwoli Urges Journalists to Stand Firm Amid Digital Disruptions
Francis Atwoli, the Secretary General of the Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU) has emphasized the pivotal role of the media in a vibrant democracy and urged them to… Read more »
Kenya: Wetangula Calls for Factual Reporting and Media Self-Regulation
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has urged the media in Kenya to establish regulations that ensure the collection and dissemination of accurate news in the face of digital… Read more »
November 09, 2023
Kenya: Kenya Union of Journalists Issues Ultimatum to Standard Media Group Over Unpaid Salaries
The Kenya Union of Journalists (KUJ) has issued Standard Group with a 7-day ultimatum to pay its journalists who have not received their salaries for six months. Read more »
October 24, 2023
Kenya: Omwoyo Inaugurates Working Group Tasked to Develop Guidelines on Artificial Intelligence
The Media Council of Kenya has inaugurated a Working Group tasked to develop guidelines on the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), social media and data in newsrooms. Read more »
October 04, 2023
Kenya: Capital FM Relocating to Two Rivers Mall From Lonrho House
98.4 Capital FM, one of Kenya's most iconic radio stations, is bidding farewell to its long-time home at Lonrho House in Nairobi's Central Business District to set up shop at the… Read more »
September 12, 2023
Kenya: Senator Chesang, MP Jalango Threaten Legal Action Against Blogger, Daily Over Defamation
Trans Nzoia Senator Allan Chesang and Lang'ata MP Phelix Odiwuor aka Jalango have threatened to sue blogger Cyprian Nyakundi and a local publication dubbed Weekly Citizen Newspaper… Read more »
September 09, 2023
Kenya: Ruto Mourns Capital FM Sports Presenter Cardovillis
President William Ruto has joined the sports fraternity in mourning Capital FM Sports presenter Sean Cardovillis. Read more »
Kenya: Tributes Pour in for Legendary Scribe Sean Cardovillis
The sports fraternity in Kenya and beyond were on Saturday united in grief and admiration for Capital FM Sports presenter Sean Cardovillis who passed away in the morning. Read more »
July 20, 2023
Kenya: Media Council of Kenya Calls Out Security Officials Making Arrests While Masquerading as Journalists
The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) has castigated members of the security agencies over incidents where they have been camouflaging as journalists covering protests with intent to… Read more »
July 11, 2023
Kenya: Media Council of Kenya Calls Out Media Over 'Insensitive' Coverage of Ruai Priest's Death
The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) has criticized what it has termed the 'sensational' news reporting surrounding the death of a priest at a hotel in Murang'a over the weekend. Read more »
June 24, 2023
Kenya: CS Kuria Wants to Restrain Media From Publishing Malicious Lies About Him
Trade Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has moved to the High Court to seek restraining orders against the media houses from publishing and broadcasting inaccurate, malicious reports… Read more »