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Courage Under Fire: Standing Up Against Violence and Impunity on Journalists
Across the globe, journalism faces significant threats, with impunity persisting in cases involving the arrest, detention, and even murder of journalists. This situation is particularly dire in Kenya, where the challenges are magnified for women journalists. In 2024, Kenya was ranked 102 out of 180 countries in the Global Press Freedom Index by Reporters Without […]
Transforming Healthcare: Merck Foundation’s Vision for Empowerment
The Merck Africa Asia Luminary conference, underway in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, has become a focal point for healthcare transformation, uniting leaders from across Africa and Asia. Hosted by the Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative (MFFLI), the annual gathering has emerged as a major platform where global health experts and policymakers join forces to tackle […]
Beyond the Headlines: The Media’s Role in Promoting Universal Access to Information in Kenya
Access to information is a fundamental human right, enshrined in Article 19 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, “Everyone has the right to freedom of opinion and expression; this right includes freedom to hold opinions without interference and to seek, receive and impart information and ideas through any media and regardless of frontiers.” The […]
Stakeholders Call for Compliance during Access to Information Day
The International Day for Universal Access to Information (IDUAI) was commemorated in Kenya with a focus on digitalizing the public sector to enhance information accessibility. In an event attended by AMWIK and hosted by Katiba Institute and the Media Council of Kenya, media stakeholders discussed the challenges and opportunities in ensuring timely access to information […]
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