By Josiah Kariuki A Kenyan delegation is participating in high-level global discussions on Artificial Intelligence (AI) governance in Geneva, Switzerland, as countries seek to shape the future of one of the world’s fastest-growing technologies. The delegation is led by Communications and the Digital Economy Cabinet Secretary William Kabogo Gitau, accompanied by Principal Secretary for Broadcasting […]

By Josiah Kariuki Principal Secretary for Broadcasting and Telecommunications Stephen Isaboke on Thursday convened government regulators and telecom industry leaders to discuss ICT service quality and network resilience. The meeting also focused on Kenya’s preparedness for emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence and 5G connectivity. The meeting, convened by the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA), focused […]

By Mwamu James Aggrey The Judiciary is a constitutional organ established by the people of Kenya to interpret ,apply and uphold the Law in a manner that is fair ,impartial and consistent with Constitutional values.The Judiciary by acting independently and administering justice without fear or favour does so on behalf of the people of Kenya […]

By Isaiah Kariuki Principal Secretary for Broadcasting and Telecommunications, Stephen Isaboke, has warned that the growing weaponisation of artificial intelligence poses a serious threat to democratic stability and public trust across Africa. Speaking at the Connected Africa Summit 2026, Isaboke said AI is already reshaping economies, governance, and information systems, placing African countries at a […]

By Mandere Onyinkwa An artificial intelligence startup with operations in Nairobi has secured fresh funding to accelerate the growth of its platform designed to help businesses integrate AI into their daily operations. Lua announced it has raised $5.8 million (approximately KSh 748 million) in a funding round led by Norrsken22, with participation from global investors […]

By Mandere Onyinkwa A High Court recently set aside a judgment delivered on December 23, 2025, after it emerged that pleadings in the case had been generated using artificial intelligence, raising fresh questions about the role of technology in the country’s legal system. In the ruling delivered at the Milimani High Court in Nairobi, the […]

By Nyang’au Araka The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) has welcomed the launch of Nation Media Group’s (NMG) Framework for the Use of Artificial Intelligence. MCK described the news as a milestone for the country’s media industry. In a press statement issued on Sundaythe Council praised NMG for embedding ethical principles such as accountability, fairness, […]

By Florentina Nyakara The International Association of Women in Radio and Television (IAWRT) has rolled out a transformative training programme aimed at fostering the next generation of ethical, future-ready women journalists. This is in response to a fast-changing media landscape where misinformation, disinformation, and artificial intelligence collide. The Association, which primarily focuses on women, believes […]

By KPC Reporter Media ethics, the expanding role of artificial intelligence, and the management of public complaints featured prominently during a joint engagement between the Media Council of Kenya (MCK) Board and the Media Complaints Commission. The forum brought together the newly appointed MCK Board and the Complaints Commission, both established under the Media Council […]

By Nyang’au Araka If you were born into a world of buzzing clippers and barber shops, remember this: there was a time when a simple pair of scissors or a razor blade was all it took to get the job done. Now, a video showing a man getting a haircut from a sleek, automated street-side […]