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May 4, 2026
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Media owners and government support the welfare of journalists

Media owners and government support the welfare of journalists

The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) and media stakeholders have intensified calls for professionalism and the personal welfare of journalists...

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On World Press Freedom Day, the Media Council of Kenya (MCK) and various stakeholders are emphasizing the welfare of journalists, alongside calls for increased professionalism.

  • MCK CEO David Omwoyo highlighted issues like journalists being unpaid or underpaid and facing unfavorable working conditions.
  • The MCK has established seven media hubs as collaborative working spaces to support journalists.
  • Veteran journalist Lee Njiru urged journalists to uphold truth, national unity, and objectivity in their reporting, stressing the importance of acknowledging Kenya's diverse nations.

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