How Africa Can Curb Illicit Financial Flows to Unlock Development Funding By Victoria Musimbi Africa loses an estimated USD 90 billion every year through illicit financial flows funds that could transform schools, strengthen hospitals, improve infrastructure, and drive innovation across the continent. To tackle this challenge, the Coalition for Dialogue
Mongabay launches Swahili platform to expand access to environmental journalism in East Africa By Victoria Musimbi Communities across East Africa are facing the growing impacts of climate change, from devastating floods to prolonged droughts. Yet much of the information explaining these changes remains in scientific reports, policy documents, or technical
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE REF: AMWIK TO CONVENE LANDMARK “WOMEN IN MEDIA CONFERENCE 2026” TO ADDRESS GENDER EQUITY AND MEDIA SUSTAINABILITY NAIROBI, KENYA. The Association of Media Women in Kenya (AMWIK) is proud to announce the Women in Media Conference 2026, scheduled for 23-24 April 2026 in Nairobi. Under the theme “Resilient Professionals, Sustainable Futures,” this
AMWIK’s Lourdes Walusala Selected for Prestigious AU Media Fellowship The Association of Media Women in Kenya (AMWIK) is proud to announce that our member, Lourdes Walusala, has been selected for the African Union Media Fellowship (AUMF) Cohort 3.0. Lourdes’ selection is a significant achievement, as she emerged as one of
Beyond Rhetoric: Calls for Concrete Action to Address Gender-Based Violence and Discrimination in Newsrooms As the international community observes this year’s International Women’s Month, Federation of Eastern African Journalists has noted with concerns unacceptable working conditions women journalists are subjected to by both local and international media houses. We urge
AMWIK Member Cynthia Gichiri Triumphs at the 2026 Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Media Africa Awards The Association of Media Women in Kenya (AMWIK) is thrilled to celebrate the outstanding achievement of our member, Cynthia Gichiri, who has been named a winner of the prestigious 2026 Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) Media Africa Award for Local Journalism.
Opinion Editorial: The Frequency of Progress, Gender, AI, and the Soul of Kenyan RadioBy: Queenter Mbori, ED, The Association of Media Women in Kenya (AMWIK) The story of radio in Kenya reflects the struggle of Kenyan women for visibility and voice. From the first colonial broadcasts in 1928 to the
Amplifying Women’s Voices in the Pan-African Press Freedom Agenda: AMWIK Partners with MCK for 2026 Summit As the media landscape undergoes rapid transformation driven by digital innovation and shifting political climates, the Association of Media Women in Kenya (AMWIK) continues to champion the inclusion of gender-sensitive perspectives in the pursuit
AMWIK and ORPP Partner to Advance Women’s Political Participation The Association of Media Women in Kenya (AMWIK) conducted a strategic engagement with the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP) to advance gender-inclusive governance and strengthen women’s participation in the national political landscape. Led by Executive Director Queenter Mbori,
Strengthening the Fourth Estate: AMWIK’s Strategic Expansion into the Rift Valley The Association of Media Women in Kenya (AMWIK) convened a regional membership forum in Nakuru, marking a decisive step in the implementation of its 2025–2029 Strategic Plan. This engagement underscores AMWIK’s commitment to decentralizing its operations and fostering a
