The Communications and Multimedia Appeals Tribunal has given the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) the green light to revoke six broadcasting licences held by Standard Media Group over unpaid fees totaling Sh48.87 million. The tribunal noted that Standard Media Group had been issued with a notice of contravention in December 2023, giving the company 45 days to comply with licensing conditions. Subsequently, the Communications Authority issued formal revocation notices in September 2024 after the broadcaster failed to clear the arrears. The Standard Media Group PLC argued that the Authority’s issuance of revocation notices breached this agreement and acted in bad faith, violating fundamental constitutional rights related to freedom of expression and public communication. However, the tribunal ruled that the Communications Authority had provided sufficient time and opportunity for the broadcaster to regularize its obligations, emphasizing that compliance with regulatory requirements is mandatory.

Source: Standard Digital March 27, 2026 15:42 UTC