Journalists Stories

Media fraternity in grief after sudden deaths of CGTN’s Mudimba and KBC’s Parsayo
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 24, 2025

The deaths of the two journalists have cast a shadow over the media industry, with many struggling to come to terms with the loss of their colleagues.

Somali journalist killed in Mogadishu blast targeting presidential convoy
Mary Wambui  |  Mar 18, 2025

The Association of Independent Somali Journalists condemned the attack and extended its condolences to the late journalist’s family in a statement sha...

Police assure journalists of safety amid rising cases of harassment, intimidation
Mary Wambui  |  Mar 14, 2025

He added that the service remains committed to fostering a positive relationship with the media and aims to enhance collaboration through consultative...

Press freedom under attack as police force journalists to delete protest images
Mary Wambui  |  Mar 10, 2025

Last week alone, several journalists were assaulted and their equipment confiscated before they were forced to delete images and footage they had reco...

Israeli army has killed more journalists than any other military force in a single year
Gelle Dheere  |  Dec 27, 2024

On December 26, five journalists from Al-Quds Today TV were killed when an Israeli airstrike struck their broadcasting van while they were covering ev...

IGAD launches checklist for media practitioners covering violent extremism
Mary Wambui  |  Dec 17, 2024

It urges media practitioners to minimise harm, avoid bias, and exercise caution when using images and videos in stories about terrorism and violent ex...

Crime journalists condemn harassment by 'overzealous' police officers
Mary Wambui  |  Dec 05, 2024

The association acknowledged the apology later issued by Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja over the incident but took issue with assertions by...

Kindiki urges balanced criticism from media, pledges to protect journalists
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 30, 2024

The Deputy President also assured the media that the government would respect judicial decisions.

Tanzania suspends Mwananchi Communications’ online platforms for 30 days
Reuters  |  Oct 03, 2024

The suspension of the company comes as Tanzania's government faces flak over its treatment of the press.

MCK calls for action after 24 documented reports of police brutality against journalists
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 11, 2024

The Media Council of Kenya CEO David Omwoyo criticised the deteriorating relationship between the media and the government, urging the IPOA, ODPP and...

IFJ condemns Somalia's controversial Official Information Bill
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jul 27, 2024

The IFJ's statement highlighted that the Federal Government's approach bypassed essential democratic processes, excluding public input and stakeholder...

Journalists protest, demand prosecution of rogue police officers
Mary Wambui  |  Jul 24, 2024

"Why are they (rogue officers) being shielded, why is there no action taken against them? We want action taken against them now," Editors Guild Chairp...

Media council calls for dialogue with government amid increased cases of attacks against journalists
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 23, 2024

MCK said the government is expected to stop police from harassing journalists while out in the field covering conflicts to avert escalating conflict.

No journalist barred from covering Parliament proceedings: Wetang'ula
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 17, 2024

To demonstrate goodwill, the PSC permitted media access while instructing journalists to closely comply with the established guidelines, including the...

"Terrifying and shameful!" Media Council expresses outrage over shooting of journalist
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 17, 2024

Media Council CEO David Omwoyo termed the incident as shameful and terrifying.

KUJ gives IPOA seven days to probe shooting of Mediamax journalist
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 16, 2024

Videos and photos taken at the scene showed Wanjeri lying on the floor with bullet wounds on her left thigh.Videos and photos taken at the scene showe...

Journalists petition Attorney General seeking amendments to retrogressive media laws
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 01, 2024

KPJA also raised concerns about the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act (2018), arguing that some of its provisions contradict Articles 33 and 34 of t...

Journalist injured as Nairobi protests against Finance Bill reach fever pitch
Mary Wambui  |  Jun 25, 2024

The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) condemned similar acts last Tuesday, which saw journalists arrested and attacked while covering the demonstrations. 

Isiolo, Kilifi benefit from USAID program on fraud, wastage in health sector
Waweru Wairimu  |  Jun 08, 2024

Journalists will be provided with grants to investigate cases of fraud, wastage and abuse in the health sector.

129 journalists killed, 427 imprisoned worldwide in 2023 - report
Hanifa Adan  |  May 14, 2024

Africa lost eight journalists under different circumstances, and there was one accidental killing in Rwanda.

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