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54% of Kenyans say media coverage of government is fair - Media Council report
The report shows a significant rise from just 26% in 2024, while the proportion of those who believe coverage is unfair dropping from 73.6% to 46%.
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MCK poll: Kenya media trust rises as misinformation and AI identification gap grow
While 79% of Kenyans express trust in the media, 63% cannot identify AI-generated content. The study also notes shifting consumption patterns, with digital platforms dominating and traditional media such as pri...
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Social media rises as main news source to 39% in 2025 - Report
According to the State of the Media 2025 Report released on Monday , social media use as a primary news source rose from 37% in 2024 to 39% in 2025, reinforcing its position at the top of the media landscape.
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MCK boss pushes for stronger protection of journalists in fight against corruption
Omwoyo raised concern over what he described as a “crisis of deep stories,” saying many important investigative reports are not fully developed due to limited support for watchdog journalism.
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MCK wants outdated Books and Newspapers Act replaced with digital-era law
The Media Council of Kenya has asked MPs to scrap the Sh1 million bond for newspaper publishers and modernise the 1960 Books and Newspapers Act to protect press freedom and cover digital media.
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MCK orders live broadcast delay to curb hate speech and misinformation
The Media Council of Kenya has ordered all broadcasters to apply a mandatory seven-second delay on live TV and online coverage to curb hate speech, misinformation and legal breaches during public events.
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MCK condemns Kitale attack on journalists, demands accountability
The victims were allegedly targeted by known individuals following coverage of a corruption story linked to a local political figure, with MCK calling for urgent investigations and accountability, terming the i...
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Media Council urges ethical journalism amid AI surge
Speaking on Radio Generation, Omwoyo described AI as “advanced, automatic,” highlighting that many people have been using it without even realizing it.
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Radio retains influence despite 700 media houses, says Media Council CEO
Media Council of Kenya CEO explained that radio presenters retain considerable influence, often setting trends beyond traditional news coverage.
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Activists storm Mombasa Central Police Station over detained journalist
According to VOCAL Africa, the journalist was detained following his publication of information naming politicians allegedly behind the funding of the “Panga Boys” gang operating in Kisauni, Mombasa County.
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MCK condemns arrest of journalist Peter Mwita, warns against intimidation
The Media Council of Kenya has condemned the arrest of Mombasa journalist Peter Mwita Maseke over a WhatsApp post on a criminal gang, warning it threatens press freedom and constitutional rights.
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MCK warns Gachagua over ‘dangerous’ attack on Citizen TV reporter
The Council emphasised that targeted attacks on individual journalists by senior political figures are utterly unacceptable