In its ruling, the Commission found that the image did not breach the Code of Conduct for Media Practice and dismissed the complaint lodged by Nico Otieno Nissen Magather. Media outlets can use illustrative photographs taken in public places for stories of public interest, without needing prior consent, provided no individual is unfairly identified or misrepresented. In its ruling, the Commission found that the image did not breach the Code of Conduct for Media Practice and dismissed the complaint lodged by Nico Otieno Nissen Magather. The Commission considered three key issues: whether publication without consent breached the Code; whether the image and caption constituted misleading or unfair presentation; and whether the publication violated the complainant’s right to privacy and dignity. "Finding no breach of the relevant provisions, the Commission concluded that the complaint lacked merit and dismissed it entirely," the Commission ruled.

Source: Daily Nation February 20, 2026 14:48 UTC