Attacks, bad laws, misinformation, threaten press freedom, study says
State officials are on record saying they are on a mission to crush media outlets.
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State officials are on record saying they are on a mission to crush media outlets.
The zeal to wipe out “sinful” sex-related content is justifiable in a country that detests homosexuality.
A country without robust and free media will, over time, have its democratic credentials undermined and degraded.
Having a media policy that addresses emerging trends in the sector will promote a pluralistic, diverse, independent and self-sustaining media.
Time to pull down barriers to Press freedom in Kenya Monday May 03 2021 Journalists cover the offloading of Covid-19 vaccines at JKIA in Nairobi on March 2, 2021. PHOTO | DENNIS ONSONGO | NMG By VICTOR BWIRE Summary Press freedom is a fundamental human right that largely actualises freedom of expression and access to information provisions in our Constitution and is critical in enhancing public participation in governance issues and enabling citizen involvement in the democratisation process. As is the case with the rest of the world, media remains a strong player in shaping national developm...