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  • CA orders TV, radio stations to stop live coverage of protests

    CA orders TV, radio stations to stop live coverage of protests

    The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has directed all television and radio stations to immediately stop live coverage of the ongoing June 25 demonstrations, warning that such broadcasts contravene constitutional and regulatory provisions.

    In a circular dated June 25, 2025, addressed to all broadcast stations, the Authority stated that airing live footage of the protests is contrary to Articles 33(2) and 34(1) of the Constitution of Kenya and Section 46I of the Kenya Information and Communications Act, 1998.

    “The live coverage of the June 25th, 2025 demonstrations are contrary to Articles 33(2) and 34(1) of the Constitution of Kenya and Section 461 of the Kenya Information and Communications Act, 1998,” said CA Director General David Mugonyi.

    “This is therefore to direct all television and radio stations to stop any live coverage of the demonstrations forthwith.”

    Mugonyi cautioned that failure to abide by the directive will result in regulatory action as stipulated in the Kenya Information and Communications Act, 1998.

  • CA to expand mobile coverage to 313 new sub-locations

    CA to expand mobile coverage to 313 new sub-locations

    The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) is set to expand mobile network coverage to 313 additional sub-locations as part of Phase 4 of its Universal Service Fund (USF) initiative.

    The move, which follows consultations with stakeholders, aims to unlock new economic and social opportunities for communities lacking reliable mobile connectivity.

    CA Director General David Mugonyi noted that since the USF’s inception seven years ago, the Authority has already connected nearly 800,000 people in 171 sub-locations across 24 counties.

    “Across Kenya, we continue to witness the exponential transformation brought about by widespread connectivity, and the extent to which Kenyans are leveraging ICTs to not only participate meaningly in nation building, but also as active players in the global digital economy,’’ said the DG in a speech by Eng. Boruett, Director/Multimedia Services, who also oversees the Universal Service Fund function.

    Despite its progress, the rollout has faced challenges including insecurity, delays by contractors, and resistance from local communities.

    To mitigate these challenges, CA has partnered with the Ministry of Interior through National Government Administration Officers (NGAOs) to enhance security and foster community support.

    Phase 4 of the mobile network connectivity project seeks not only to avail connectivity previously uncovered areas, but also restore and strengthen previously destroyed infrastructure in some areas of the country.

    The expansion is expected to bolster economic growth through access to mobile banking, e-government services, telemedicine, and e-learning while improving disaster response capabilities in remote areas.

    However, stakeholders have stressed the need for timely completion with CA assuring rigorous monitoring and evaluation to enhance oversight and efficiency.

    Currently, the Authority is implementing Phase II and III of the mobile network connectivity projects targeting 101 and 97 sub-locations respectively.