"Whilst police are in the job of protecting information, journalists are in the business of selling the information. (Photo: George Njunge/Standard)Nairobi: Media Council of Kenya (MCK) has cited denial of information by the police as the major hindrance to reporting on terrorism. MCK deputy boss Victor Bwire lamented that journalists have turned to social media sites operated by terrorist groups in order to get information. But Bwire said it actually benefits the police more if they disclose information: "...but not just any information. The handbook seeks to compel the security forces to be media friendly, uphold right to information, and prioritize safety of journalists when in terrorism prone environment.

Source: Standard Digital June 28, 2016 12:11 UTC