Topic: Media Council of Kenya (MCK)
Kenya’s New Media Code: Expanding Regulation for a Digital Era
Jul 24, 2025 at 06:33 PM
A growing number of online content producers, especially bloggers, operate outside the bounds of existing ethical codes....
MCK CEO David Omwoyo Speaks After Election to International Roles
Jul 17, 2025 at 07:14 AM
David Omwoyo was elected President of the World Association of Press Councils (WAPC) and the Chairperson of the East African Press Councils (EAPC)....
African Leaders Call for Ethical Use of AI, Protection of Press Freedom in Arusha Summit
Jul 16, 2025 at 10:43 AM
Media councils across Africa have been urged to lead the way in upholding journalism ethics, defending press freedom, and supporting sustainable development....
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The Cost of Free News: Why We Must Pay for Journalism
Jul 11, 2025 at 08:23 PM
To sustain professional journalism, which is a recognised public good, the sector urgently needs stable and innovative business models....
Digital Literacy, Not Criminalisation is the Solution to Online Content Regulation
Jun 02, 2025 at 02:17 PM
It makes no sense for the government to set up digital hubs, media centres, ICT installations, and free Wi-Fi zones, only to support laws that restrict the very platforms they’re...
Economic Sabotage - MCK on State House Denying Standard Journalists Access
Jun 02, 2025 at 08:38 AM
The state and Standard Media Group have in recent days differed following news headlines that have been critical of the government....
Kenya’s Road to 2027: Political Tensions, Media Threats, and a Season Demanding Vigilance
May 28, 2025 at 06:38 PM
While Tanzania heads to the polls in 2025 and Uganda in 2026, the hype and intensity surrounding Kenya’s 2027 election are already unmatched....
Rank of Most Consumed TV Stations, Radio and News Websites in Kenya - MCK Report
May 15, 2025 at 01:37 PM
Radio Citizen was ranked as the most listened to radio station in 2024 at 12 per cent, followed by Classic 105 at 7 per cent....
MCK Report Raises Concerns Over Journalists’ Working Conditions
May 02, 2025 at 12:51 PM
The MCK report disclosed that more than half of Journalists do not have medical cover....
MCK's Appeal to Media Houses After Police Assault on Journalists
Apr 10, 2025 at 06:21 PM
"MCK urges journalists and assignment managers in media outlets to embed a culture of prioritising staff safety."...
Media Council of Kenya Clarifies Alleged Warning to Media Houses
Mar 17, 2025 at 11:02 AM
MCK clarified that the statement in circulation, which appeared as a press release is fake....
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A Nation in Denial: Leaders, Morality, and Why Media is Not The Enemy
Mar 03, 2025 at 11:29 AM
Our leaders have lost the moral authority to call anyone, including journalists, unethical....
Media Council Sends Notice to Journalists Seeking Press Cards
Jan 31, 2025 at 02:20 PM
The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) has issued a warning to individuals attempting to obtain press cards through deceptive means....
Media Council of Kenya Seeks Public Input on AI Guidelines for Media
Jan 20, 2025 at 05:07 PM
Feedback can be sent via email to [email protected] not later than January 26, 2025....
MCK Responds to Reports of Investigating Nation Media Group Over Safaricom Data Story
Nov 06, 2024 at 02:54 PM
The letter emerged online days after Safaricom refuted allegations of sharing information about people's location with the authorities....
The Place of Information Integrity, Responsible Production & Consumption of Content in Global Discourse
Nov 06, 2024 at 06:08 AM
Digital platforms, in particular, have become the main arena where information pollution is pervasive....
The Rise of Digital Media in Kenya: Navigating Ethics and Legal Challenges
Oct 09, 2024 at 02:03 PM
Digital tools such as X, TikTok, Facebook, Flickr, and YouTube have revolutionized the way people communicate....
Stakeholders Call for Compliance as Katiba Institute, MCK Commemorate Access to Information Day
Sep 27, 2024 at 12:42 PM
Katiba Institute and Media Council of Kenya partner to commemorate the 2024 International Day for Universal Access to Information (IDUAI)....
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Rethinking Regulation: Challenges and Opportunities in Evolving Media Landscape
Sep 19, 2024 at 07:41 AM
A practical system will require a media regulation that strengthens the protection and promotion of media freedom and watchdog role....
Navigating the Digital Era: Old Regulatory Approaches Unsuitable for New Media Landscape
Aug 02, 2024 at 07:53 AM
Truth in the era of technology is suffering the most, and existing regulations and practices seem unable to manage the situation....
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