Topic: Press Freedom
Tanzania: Why The Truth Suffers When The Internet Dies
10 Nov, 2025 02:40 PM
INTERNET SHUTDOWN
Internet shutdowns violate the freedom of expression enshrined in international law and hinder the right to access information: both of which are fundamental pillars of democracy.
Internet shutdowns violate the freedom of expression enshrined in international law and hinder the right to access information: both of which are fundamental pillars of democracy.
Why Democracy Trembles When Journalists Are Silenced
03 Nov, 2025 07:00 PM
MEDIA RIGHTS
When journalists face harassment, the cost is not only personal. It affects the depth of our public conversations, the strength of our institutions, and the credibility of our demo...
When journalists face harassment, the cost is not only personal. It affects the depth of our public conversations, the strength of our institutions, and the credibility of our demo...
Media Council Hails Historic Win as Omwoyo Becomes East Africa’s Media Boss
17 Jul, 2025 07:22 PM
GLOBAL RECOGNITION
For many who’ve followed his journey, the appointment feels like a natural next step. As CEO of the MCK, Omwoyo has built a reputation for pushing boundaries, whether it’s addressi...
For many who’ve followed his journey, the appointment feels like a natural next step. As CEO of the MCK, Omwoyo has built a reputation for pushing boundaries, whether it’s addressi...
Kenya's Press Freedom: Buried Under a Barrage of Attacks
03 May, 2025 09:19 AM
MEDIA ATTACKS
Kenya’s media fraternity has faced significant hurdles regarding government censorship. Historically, incidents of attacks targeting the fourth estate have unfortunately overshadow...
Kenya’s media fraternity has faced significant hurdles regarding government censorship. Historically, incidents of attacks targeting the fourth estate have unfortunately overshadow...
Ministry's Move Raises Alarm Over Media Independence
19 Mar, 2025 11:58 AM
SILENCED VOICES
The government is one of the largest advertisers in Kenya, supporting media houses through substantial revenue. However, this financial leverage can also be used to reward or punis...
The government is one of the largest advertisers in Kenya, supporting media houses through substantial revenue. However, this financial leverage can also be used to reward or punis...
Kenyan Journalists Demand Press Freedom Amid Brutal Police Crackdown
12 Aug, 2024 06:00 PM
PRESS FREEDOM
His sentiments on the issue align with those of the Kenyan Union of Journalists (KUJ) and the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ), which expressed their dissatisfaction w...
His sentiments on the issue align with those of the Kenyan Union of Journalists (KUJ) and the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ), which expressed their dissatisfaction w...
Bloggers, Be Careful With Tragic Events
10 May, 2024 10:00 AM
TRAGEDY REPORTING
Bloggers have been accused of being insensitive and callous when reporting deaths and other tragic occurrences. These, including the recent helicopter crash that killed Kenya Defen...
Bloggers have been accused of being insensitive and callous when reporting deaths and other tragic occurrences. These, including the recent helicopter crash that killed Kenya Defen...
