Just last week, Kenya’s Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission handed President William Ruto Ksh5.5-billion – roughly $43-million – recovered from corrupt entities, noted Otieno. “Imagine if this kind of recovered wealth was invested in investigative journalism. The media would have the resources to expose corruption at its roots, hold power to account, and create transparency that strengthens governance.

Following widespread youth-led protests, the recent withdrawal of the Finance Bill (2024) has set the stage for a crucial juncture in Kenya's political landscape. As the nation looks ahead, the pivotal question is whether this momentum will snowball into a revolution that leads to an issue-based election in 2027, or if it will trigger a regressive clawback on fundamental freedoms under the guise of security

The Eastern Africa Editors' Society (EAES) is recruiting a qualified researcher to analyze AI use in Eastern African newsrooms (Ethiopia, Uganda, Tanzania and Kenya). This study will assess the prevalence, ethics, and impact of AI on media freedom, citizen participation, and democratic processes.