Trans Nzoia Senator Allan Chesang has formally requested the Kenyan government's intervention regarding the monetization of content on social media, particularly on X (formerly Twitter).

• Senator Chesang has tasked the Senate Standing Committee on ICT to investigate creator complaints about fairness and transparency in revenue sharing on X.
• The digital economy is highlighted as a crucial income source for Kenyan youth, with creators questioning earning calculations and equitable treatment compared to global users.
• The inquiry will also assess the Kenyan government's engagement with X and review existing legal frameworks to regulate new monetization models.