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Beyond the Newsroom: Media’s Role in Women’s Empowerment in Homa Bay By Tracy Anyango The quiet hum of conversation filled the training room, broken only by the rustle of notebooks and the soft clicks of cameras. In one corner, a group of young journalists leaned forward, pens poised, as speakers
Global Initiative and AMWIK Launch Collective Effort to Combat Nature Crimes Kenya’s breathtaking biodiversity and rich natural resources are not only a source of national pride but also the backbone of the country’s economy. Tourism, driven largely by this natural heritage, contributes over 250 billion shillings annually in foreign exchange,
IEBC and Media Reignite Collaboration Ahead of 2027 Polls In a bid to foster transparency and strengthen collaboration ahead of the 2027 General Election, the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) convened a high-level consultative roundtable with media stakeholders in Nairobi. The meeting, the first formal engagement under the Commission’s
AMWIK Spotlight: Cynthia Gichiri’s Fearless Pursuit of Truth in Investigative Journalism AMWIK recently sat down with award-winning investigative journalist and member Cynthia Gichiri, who shared the inspiring story of her 14-year journey in journalism—marked by resilience, groundbreaking exposés, and an unwavering commitment to truth. From her early days
“Children Are Today’s Change-Makers”: Young Kenyan Climate Champion Shines at Africa’s Largest Clean Air Forum Kenya At just 12 years old, Karen Wanjiru Kimani stood before an audience of scientists, policymakers, and environmental leaders from across the continent with a powerful call to climate action. “We do not inherit the
Nurturing Future Storytellers: AMWIK Engages Aspiring Journalists at JSAK Forum Association of Media Women in Kenya (AMWIK) participated in the Journalist Students Association of Kenya (JSAK) Forum, hosted at Kenya Methodist University (KeMU). The forum brought together vibrant student leaders from universities across Kenya offering media and communication studies. Representing
AMWIK Equips New Leadership Team Through Strategic Induction The Association of Media Women in Kenya (AMWIK) has taken a significant step in strengthening its governance through a comprehensive induction program for its newly appointed Board and Trustees. Supported by the Media Council of Kenya (MCK), the dynamic session aimed to
UNITY IN PURPOSE: Strengthening the Media Under the Kenya Media Sector Working Group (KMSWG) The recent meeting of the Kenya Media Sector Working Group (KMSWG) was marked by a strong sense of urgency and unity in purpose, as stakeholders grappled with a rapidly deteriorating environment for media freedom in Kenya.
AMWIK Hosts Internews for Strategic Meeting on Women’s Digital Safety The AMWIK team today hosted a delegation from Internews Europe, led by CEO Meera Selva and including Fatuma Sanbur and Abraham Mariita, for a collaborative meeting on addressing Tech-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence (TFGBV) and advancing women's safety in digital spaces. The
