Media Council of Kenya

Media Council of Kenya An independent national institution established by the Media Council Act, 2013 for purposes of setting of media standards and ensuring compliance.

The Media Council of Kenya is an independent national institution established by the Media Council Kenya Act, No. 46 of 2013 for purposes of setting of media standards and ensuring compliance with those standards as envisaged by Article 34(5) on Freedom of the Media of the Constitution of Kenya. The Council is guided by the vision of a society where media freedom is respected, upheld, protected an

d maintained and where journalists, media practitioners and media houses are professional, responsible and adhere to media ethics. The Council is run on a co-regulation model where it receives modest funding from the Government while at the same time it levies media houses and individual journalists. The funds are used in running the several activities the MCK undertakes.

Shared Iftar with our Muslim media family where our CEO David Omwoyo urged journalists to fuse faith and duty, underscor...
27/03/2025

Shared Iftar with our Muslim media family where our CEO David Omwoyo urged journalists to fuse faith and duty, underscoring their vital role in upholding truth and integrity in society.

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Celebrating Iftar with Muslim media professionals, fostering unity and inclusivity.
26/03/2025

Celebrating Iftar with Muslim media professionals, fostering unity and inclusivity.

Media Council of Kenya highlights the media's vital role in addressing ageism and discrimination. Learn more: https://b...
25/03/2025

Media Council of Kenya highlights the media's vital role in addressing ageism and discrimination.

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Media Council of Kenya fosters dialogue between media and security in Coast Region. More: https://bit.ly/4iZjy3u
25/03/2025

Media Council of Kenya fosters dialogue between media and security in Coast Region. More: https://bit.ly/4iZjy3u

The pen is still. His stories will not be forgotten.
25/03/2025

The pen is still. His stories will not be forgotten.

The Media Council of Kenya advocates for Solution Journalism, challenging media to actively seek solutions. Read more: ...
24/03/2025

The Media Council of Kenya advocates for Solution Journalism, challenging media to actively seek solutions.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4iU9KYw

24/03/2025

The newspapers explored the William Samoei Ruto and Raila Odinga agreement within the broad-based government, former CS
Moses Kuria financial troubles with auctioneers, the economic burden of ghost workers in public service, a dispute between local banks and a Nigerian company over a new real-time payment system, appeals from the Office of the 4th President of the Republic of Kenya to political leaders, and the prevailing security concerns in the country.

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Honouring a dedicated voice in Journalism
22/03/2025

Honouring a dedicated voice in Journalism

21/03/2025

The Media Council of Kenya Mombasa regional office team, thank you for gracing our event.

As the Media Council of Kenya launched its hunt for the nation’s top journalists, CEO David Omwoyo voiced serious alarm ...
20/03/2025

As the Media Council of Kenya launched its hunt for the nation’s top journalists, CEO David Omwoyo voiced serious alarm over slipping standards and ethical breaches in Kenyan journalism. What does this mean for the news we rely on?
More: https://bit.ly/420FIvx

Monetise Your Skills: Media Council of Kenya’s Expert Tips for Aspiring Professionals. Learn More: https://bit.ly/3E2SD7...
19/03/2025

Monetise Your Skills: Media Council of Kenya’s Expert Tips for Aspiring Professionals.

Learn More: https://bit.ly/3E2SD7U

🚨 FAKE NEWS ALERT! 🚨Please be aware that the claim circulating about the Media Council of Kenya cautioning media houses ...
17/03/2025

🚨 FAKE NEWS ALERT! 🚨
Please be aware that the claim circulating about the Media Council of Kenya cautioning media houses against inflammatory reporting is FAKE. 🚫
Always verify information from official MCK sources! ✅

MCK Launches New Curriculum to Enhance MSME to empower journalists with in-depth knowledge of the MSME economy for more ...
13/03/2025

MCK Launches New Curriculum to Enhance MSME to empower journalists with in-depth knowledge of the MSME economy for more accurate and insightful reporting.

Link: https://bit.ly/41Nm6KV

Empowering Voices, Amplifying Lives: We were pleased to host HelpAge International for discussions on forging strategic ...
13/03/2025

Empowering Voices, Amplifying Lives: We were pleased to host HelpAge International for discussions on forging strategic partnerships to enhance media coverage of initiatives supporting older persons in Kenya.

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Sowing Seeds of Knowledge: Media Council of Kenya to roll out curriculum on Agriculture and Agribusiness. More: https:/...
11/03/2025

Sowing Seeds of Knowledge: Media Council of Kenya to roll out curriculum on Agriculture and Agribusiness.

More: https://bit.ly/4ikNOFV

Streamlining for Success! In line with the implementation of the 2024/2025 Performance Contract and to enhance service d...
11/03/2025

Streamlining for Success! In line with the implementation of the 2024/2025 Performance Contract and to enhance service delivery, the Media Council of Kenya management participated in an essential Business Process Re-engineering (BPR) session with the State Department for Public Service

Media Council of Kenya Director, Corporate Services Hillary Korir, emphasised that the Council is committed to BPR as a means to improve operational efficiency, adapt to the evolving media landscape and ensure better service delivery.

“For us, BPR isn’t just a buzzword but a strategic overhaul to remain relevant, efficient, and effective in a dynamic industry. By optimising internal processes, we aim to stay agile, transparent and accountable, ultimately strengthening our ability to fulfill our regulatory mandate”, said Mr. Korir.



Beyond Clickbaits: Media Council of Kenya urges ethical storytelling.More: https://rb.gy/zobvau
10/03/2025

Beyond Clickbaits: Media Council of Kenya urges ethical storytelling.

More: https://rb.gy/zobvau

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The Future of Science Communication: Media Council of Kenya CEO David Omwoyo 's take on localising content. MORE: https://bit.ly/3EQaRd9 #SciComm #FutureofScience #FutureofScienceCommunication #GlobalChampions

Data Privacy and Governance: Uasin Gishu County. Governor Jonathan Bii Chelilim urges media to uphold professionalism when processing data on matters of public interest. #DataPrivacyConference

Journalists' welfare: "Our nationwide assessments have underscored the critical need for enhanced support for media workers across Kenya"- Media Council of Kenya CEO David Omwoyo Video credits: @Saumunews

Governor Wanga Visits MCK stand. #PRSKSummit2024
Governor Wanga Visits MCK stand. #PRSKSummit2024

County Government Of Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga interacts with our Media and Journalists Accreditation process at the ongoing 2024 Public Relations Society of Kenya - PRSK Annual Summit at Tom Mboya University in Homa Bay.

Trailblazing: Media Council of Kenya CEO David Omwoyo takes global media leaders through the intricacies of our media Industrial Placement programme during a session organised by UNESCO in the framework of the 10th International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists at the African Union Headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on 7 November 2024.

The Kenya press clubs information portal launch is around the corner. You don’t want to miss it! #MCKPressClubs #KePressClubs

The Media Council of Kenya CEO David Omwoyo wants journalist's shooter apprehended. Via Citizen TV Kenya

"Media owners should engage in honest dialogues regarding journalists' remuneration in Africa, exploring incentives that lead to a motivated workforce and amplifying the industry's lucrative potential," Media Council of Kenya Director, Media Training and Development Victor Bwire at Africa Media Leaders Summit 2024. #MediaForChange #AMLS2024 #AfricaMediaLeadersSummit2024

"Empowering minds through media information and digital literacy yields richer dividends than mere ownership of broadcast equipment", Media Council of Kenya Director, Media Training and Development Victor Bwire at Africa Media Leaders Summit 2024. #MediaForChange #AMLS2024 #AfricaMediaLeadersSummit2024

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