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March 28, 2026
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CA threatens to revoke Standard Group licences over Ksh.48.8M fees as media house cites Ksh.1.2B State debt

CA threatens to revoke Standard Group licences over Ksh.48.8M fees as media house cites Ksh.1.2B State debt

CA threatens to revoke Standard Group licences over Ksh.48.8M fees as media house cites Ksh.1.2B State debt..

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The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) is threatening to revoke six broadcasting licences held by Standard Group PLC over Ksh.48.8 million in unpaid regulatory fees after their appeal was dismissed.

  • Ksh.48.87 million in outstanding licence fees and Universal Service Fund levy is cited by the CA.
  • Standard Group PLC, a prominent media house, is challenging the CA's move.
  • The media house claims the government owes it over Ksh.1.2 billion for advertising services, impacting its ability to pay regulatory dues.

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