By KPC Reporter As Artificial Intelligence (AI) reshapes global communication, African media systems are confronting a new existential threat: the weaponization of misinformation. This came to the fore during the 2nd edition of the African Media Councils Summit, held in Arusha, Tanzania. The host country’s Vice President Dr Philip Mpango sounded the alarm, warning that […]

By KPC Reporter in Arusha Tanzania’s former presidents Mwalimu Nyerere and Hassan Mwinyi were today honoured at the Pan-African Media Councils Summit in Arusha, in recognition of their foundational roles in shaping the country’s media landscape and championing press freedom across Africa. The awards, presented to the duo posthumously during the Media Council of Tanzania’s […]

By Faith Nyabuto Members of Parliament have voiced strong criticism against what they describe as reckless political rhetoric, urging national leaders to surround themselves with competent and principled advisors. Speaking on Monday, lawmakers emphasized the need for political leaders to utilize institutional frameworks to address the country’s pressing challenges—while safeguarding the lives and property of […]

By Dories Kwamboka Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has rejected recent calls for a national dialogue, insisting that meaningful change can only be achieved at the ballot box in 2027. Addressing Kenyans living in the United States, Gachagua dismissed negotiations with President William Ruto and opposition leader Raila Odinga, arguing that previous dialogues had yielded […]

By Faith Nyabuto A cross-section of leaders have expressed optimism that the newly constituted Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) will deliver credible results. Speaking on Monday, advocate Steve Ogolla noted that public confidence hinges on how the commission communicates its actions and decisions. He cautioned against prolonged legal battles over the composition and interviews of commissioners. “We […]

By Dennis Nyang’au Prominent lawyer Danstan Omari has raised alarm over the unexplained disappearance of Hussein Abdirahman Mohamed, the Deputy County Commissioner (DCC), who went missing on July 8. The officer also served as Huduma Centre Manager in Wajir County. In a petition filed before the High Court, Omari is demanding that the state produce […]

  By KPC Reporter in Arusha The second edition of the Pan-African Media Councils summit is currently underway in Arusha, Tanzania, bringing together media regulators, journalists, scholars, and press freedom advocates from across Africa and the globe. The high-level summit, whose delegates arrived on Sunday, will run until Friday. The forum whose venues are Lush […]

  By KPC Reporter in Arusha The second edition of the Pan-African Media Councils summit is currently underway in Arusha, Tanzania, bringing together media regulators, journalists, scholars, and press freedom advocates from across Africa and the globe. The high-level summit, whose delegates arrived on Sunday, will run until Friday. The forum whose venues are Lush […]

By KPC Reporter A payslip shared by former Makueni Governor and veteran academic Prof. Kivutha Kibwana has revealed the grim reality facing many lecturers across the country. Prof. Kibwana, who taught law at the University of Nairobi (UoN) for 25 years, posted a copy of his August 2002 payslip, showing a gross salary of KSh […]

By KPC Reporter The 20th Ordinary Session of the African Ministerial Conference on the Environment (AMCEN-20) is underway at the UNON complex in Nairobi. The conference is being hosted by the Government of the State of Libya. This landmark gathering not only convenes ministers and environmental experts from across the continent but also commemorates four […]