'We won't be silenced': Standard Group defiant after attack on journalists

Standard Group condemns attacks on journalists in Kitale, Trans Nzoia, over fake ambulance deal coverage, says it won't be silenced, asks police to arrest and charge those responsible...

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The Standard Group has strongly condemned a violent attack on two journalists in Cherangany, Trans Nzoia County, on Friday, March 20, vowing that such intimidation will not silence their reporting.

Standard Group and MediaMax journalists Gilbert Sitati and George Njoroge were assaulted while on duty.
The attack occurred over coverage of a controversial "fake ambulance deal."
The Standard Group CEO cited constitutional articles on freedom of expression and media freedom, demanding swift police action and prosecution.
The Kenya Editors’ Guild also condemned the incident, warning of potential legal action if authorities fail to act.

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