"We recognize that the Kenyan media industry is facing global but also specific challenges based on factors obtained within the local national environment. Pulse Live Kenya"There are about 22 different laws that are often used against the media and journalists whenever powerful forces, including State agents, want to silence the Fourth Estate. State of Media Freedom in Kenya report findingsThe demands were developed following a survey commissioned by the Kenya Media Sector Working Group (KMSWG) to assess the state of media freedom in Kenya. This has not only affected newsrooms, but poses great danger to the growth and sustainability of the media industry," the survey found. Review the Kenya Broadcasting Corporation Act to make KBC a public service media Establish a media diversity and sustainability fund with input/consultation with the media industry.

Source: Daily Nation February 22, 2023 06:04 UTC