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Countries: Share of Adults Using TikTok
The findings offer a glimpse into how the platform’s reach differs across regions, with Kenya also featuring in the rankings.
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Ngunjiri Wambugu put on the spot as Jubilee launches disciplinary case
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Ngunjiri Wambugu put on the spot as Jubilee launches disciplinary case
Jubilee says Wambugu’s conduct breached the party’s rules and involved the use of party communications, branding and structures without approval.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThree suspects arrested over alleged TikTok gang-rape and robbery cases
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Three suspects arrested over alleged TikTok gang-rape and robbery cases
According to detectives handling the cases, the suspects allegedly relied on an anonymous TikTok account to engage women online before arranging to meet them in person.
By Maureen KinyanjuiEU presses Meta, TikTok to tackle disinformation after Ceuta migrant rush
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EU presses Meta, TikTok to tackle disinformation after Ceuta migrant rush
The European Commission said it had stepped up coordination with Meta and TikTok, working alongside European police force Europol and creating a system to improve cooperation between the technology companies and local fact-checking organisations.
By Maureen KinyanjuiNCIC: We can't investigate viral TikTok clips without formal complaints
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NCIC: We can't investigate viral TikTok clips without formal complaints
Addressing concerns that the commission had delayed taking action against politicians accused of making inflammatory remarks, Omae said NCIC only launched investigations after receiving official complaints from the public.
By Bradley BosireTikTok pulls down over 884,000 Kenya videos for breaking community rules
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TikTok pulls down over 884,000 Kenya videos for breaking community rules
As part of its child safety measures, TikTok disclosed that it removed 48,739 accounts believed to belong to children under the age of 13 during the same period. The company said the action was aimed at enforcing its minimum age requirements and improving the safety of younger users on the platform.
By Bradley BosireNTSA warns Kenyans over fake TikTok accounts offering driving licence services
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NTSA warns Kenyans over fake TikTok accounts offering driving licence services
The authority said the fake accounts are being operated by scammers attempting to mislead members of the public into believing they are legitimate NTSA customer support channels.
By Chrispho OwuorGarissa TikToker released on bail over alleged anti-non-muslim incitement
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Garissa TikToker released on bail over alleged anti-non-muslim incitement
According to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), the charges stem from a TikTok video allegedly uploaded by the suspect on April 23, 2026. Investigators claim the video contained remarks aimed at inciting members of the Muslim community in Garissa County against non-Muslims.
By Maureen KinyanjuiShiquo Hii Style alleges unfair targeting in counterfeit crackdown
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Shiquo Hii Style alleges unfair targeting in counterfeit crackdown
Despite the complaints, Shiquo said she remains determined to continue with her work and dismissed claims that she has been pushed out of the market.
By Maureen KinyanjuiTikTok removes over 820,552 videos in Kenya amid sweeping crackdown
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TikTok removes over 820,552 videos in Kenya amid sweeping crackdown
During the same period, TikTok shut down 108,752 accounts in Kenya for violating its policies. A significant portion of the suspended accounts were connected to suspected underage users, pointing to continued concerns about age verification on the platform.
By Maureen KinyanjuiTikTok rejects full end-to-end encryption, citing user safety
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TikTok rejects full end-to-end encryption, citing user safety
End-to-end encryption ensures that only the sender and recipient can see the contents of a message, a feature widely used by apps like WhatsApp, Signal, and Apple’s iMessage. Proponents argue it is the most secure way to protect conversations from hackers, companies, and even governments.
By Maureen KinyanjuiHouse approves motion to regulate TikTok, rejecting calls for ban
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House approves motion to regulate TikTok, rejecting calls for ban
Speaker of the National Assembly Moses Wetang’ula, set the tone for the debate clarifying that the House was addressing concerns around misinformation and digital recklessness not prohibition.
By David Bogonko Nyokang'iGabon cuts off social media amid rising public unrest
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Gabon cuts off social media amid rising public unrest
Data from the monitoring group NetBlocks showed that by Wednesday, access to major online platforms had been blocked, including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and WhatsApp.
By Maureen KinyanjuiMPs move to regulate TikTok while avoiding complete ban
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MPs move to regulate TikTok while avoiding complete ban
The decision follows a petition that raised alarm over the potential exposure of minors to sexual content, violence, hate speech, and material that conflicts with Kenyan cultural and religious norms.
By Maureen KinyanjuiTikTok removes over 580,000 videos in Kenya to protect users
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TikTok removes over 580,000 videos in Kenya to protect users
Of the videos removed in Kenya, 99.7% were taken down before any user reports, and 94.6% were removed within 24 hours of being posted.
By Maureen KinyanjuiKenyan creators earn Sh45m in TikTok brand deals during first commercial year
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Kenyan creators earn Sh45m in TikTok brand deals during first commercial year
Data from TikTok shows that over 200 Kenyan creators collectively earned more than $350,000 (Sh45.1 million) in the year ending January 2026 through deals facilitated under TikTok’s business framework.
By Maureen KinyanjuiTikTok’s US joint venture to collect precise location data
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TikTok’s US joint venture to collect precise location data
The US TikTok venture is also broadening its collection of data on interactions with its artificial intelligence (AI) tools. This includes information on user prompts, questions submitted, and details on when, where, and how AI-generated content was created.
By Maureen KinyanjuiUK, France mull social media bans for youth as debate rages
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UK, France mull social media bans for youth as debate rages
France is currently debating bills for a similar ban for under-15s, including one championed by President Emmanuel Macron
By Samuel OtienoUgandan officer dismissed after TikTok posts targeting officials
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Ugandan officer dismissed after TikTok posts targeting officials
Bobi Wine and his party, the National Unity Platform (NUP), condemned the dismissal, calling it evidence of selective enforcement within Uganda’s security sector. Wine highlighted that other officers, especially in the military, openly support President Museveni without facing any consequences.
By Maureen KinyanjuiTikTok owner ByteDance to sell majority of US operations
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TikTok owner ByteDance to sell majority of US operations
The agreement mirrors a plan first announced in September, when former President Donald Trump delayed a law that threatened to ban TikTok unless it was sold. Oracle, co-founded by Trump supporter Larry Ellison, is expected to license TikTok’s recommendation algorithm under the terms of the deal.
By Maureen KinyanjuiFacebook tops TikTok as Kenya’s leading social platform
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Facebook tops TikTok as Kenya’s leading social platform
TikTok, which had held the top position in 2024, dropped in the rankings, while Google remained Kenya’s most visited internet platform. The data also shows a reshuffle among other major services, with Instagram and WhatsApp replacing Microsoft and YouTube, which ranked fourth and fifth last year. X has continued to lose ground in Kenya, falling from sixth place in 2024 to missing from the top 10 entirely.
By Ann NyamburaTanzanian influencer Niffer released after mother’s public plea
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Tanzanian influencer Niffer released after mother’s public plea
Her release came less than a month after her mother, Mwanaisha Isaac, publicly pleaded with President Samia to forgive her daughter, who was then facing accusations linked to treason. In her appeal, she expressed concern for her daughter’s future and asked for mercy on behalf of the family.
By Maureen KinyanjuiTrump says TikTok deal with China may be finalized during meeting with Xi
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Trump says TikTok deal with China may be finalized during meeting with Xi
Top officials from China and the United States reconvened on Sunday for a second day of trade talks in Malaysia as Trump began his three-nation Asia tour. His meeting with Xi is scheduled for Thursday, October 30, where they are also expected to discuss tariffs, trade, fentanyl, agricultural exports, and rare earths.
By Michael NdwigaTrump and Xi report progress on TikTok deal amid US-China talks
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Trump and Xi report progress on TikTok deal amid US-China talks
The social media app, operated by Chinese firm ByteDance, had faced repeated demands to sell its US operations or risk being banned.
By Maureen KinyanjuiFour TikTokers arrested in Somalia over dance video mocking President
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Four TikTokers arrested in Somalia over dance video mocking President
Police confirmed that the suspects are in custody and will be formally charged, though they have not spoken publicly since their detention.
By Maureen KinyanjuiUS, China reach framework deal on TikTok
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US, China reach framework deal on TikTok
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed that commercial terms have been agreed upon between two private parties, though specifics remain undisclosed.
By Ian NjaneEgypt detains teen TikTok stars in social media crackdown
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Egypt detains teen TikTok stars in social media crackdown
Police have confirmed multiple arrests, while prosecutors say at least 10 cases are under investigation for alleged unlawful financial gains.
By Rose AchiengEndangered wildlife openly marketed on TikTok, report reveals
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Endangered wildlife openly marketed on TikTok, report reveals
The report urges TikTok and other social media platforms to strengthen the enforcement of wildlife trafficking rules, adopt automated tools to detect illegal content, and run in-app awareness campaigns about endangered species.
By Maureen KinyanjuiOver 450,000 videos taken down by TikTok in Kenya in three-month crackdown
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Over 450,000 videos taken down by TikTok in Kenya in three-month crackdown
TikTok said 43,000 accounts in Kenya were banned during the same three-month period for breaching its community standards
By Maureen KinyanjuiEgypt arrests TikTok creators in renewed morality crackdown
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Egypt arrests TikTok creators in renewed morality crackdown
The Ministry of Interior said the arrests were due to the creators’ use of “obscene language”, and for allegedly violating public morals and misusing social media platforms.
By Rose Achieng