Kenya's top lawyers and rights groups attacked the Communications Authority over a ban on live protest coverage. The agency ordered television and radio stations to stop broadcasting demonstrations. Young protesters marched across major cities to mark one year since deadly anti-government rallies. David Mugonyi leads the Communications Authority and issued the controversial directive. He claimed the broadcasts violated Kenya's constitution and communications laws.
More than 20 civil society organizations joined forces against the media ban. The Law Society of Kenya called the order unconstitutional and illegal. The groups said the agency exceeded its authority and ignored a 2024 High Court ruling. They argued that live protest coverage promotes transparency rather than incites violence. The organizations warned that internet shutdowns could block emergency medical services.
The coalition gave the Communications Authority until 4 PM to cancel the directive. They threatened to sue both the agency and its chief executive if the ban continued. Legal groups reminded broadcasters of their duty to inform the public despite government pressure. The statement urged citizens to prepare for possible digital restrictions. Major organizations signed the opposition letter against the controversial order.
Thousands of young Kenyans demonstrated to remember victims from last year's protests. The 2024 anti-tax rallies resulted in parliamentary invasions and at least 60 deaths. This year's marches again featured digitally organized Gen Z activists demanding government accountability. The protesters called for better political representation and reform. The Communications Authority had not responded to the legal ultimatum by deadline.
More than 20 civil society organizations joined forces against the media ban. The Law Society of Kenya called the order unconstitutional and illegal. The groups said the agency exceeded its authority and ignored a 2024 High Court ruling. They argued that live protest coverage promotes transparency rather than incites violence. The organizations warned that internet shutdowns could block emergency medical services.
The coalition gave the Communications Authority until 4 PM to cancel the directive. They threatened to sue both the agency and its chief executive if the ban continued. Legal groups reminded broadcasters of their duty to inform the public despite government pressure. The statement urged citizens to prepare for possible digital restrictions. Major organizations signed the opposition letter against the controversial order.
Thousands of young Kenyans demonstrated to remember victims from last year's protests. The 2024 anti-tax rallies resulted in parliamentary invasions and at least 60 deaths. This year's marches again featured digitally organized Gen Z activists demanding government accountability. The protesters called for better political representation and reform. The Communications Authority had not responded to the legal ultimatum by deadline.
