Uganda's National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) has condemned the Communications Authority of Kenya's decision to switch off the free-to-air signals of major broadcasters in Kenya.
In a statement released hours after the controversial move by the CA, NAB criticised the decision, stating that it contravened press freedom, democratic values, and the principles of responsible journalism. "Uganda expresses deep concern over the directive issued by the Communications Authority of Kenya (CAK) dated June 25, 2025, instructing television and radio broadcasters to cease live coverage of ongoing demonstrations," part of the statement read. "As a fraternity of the media industry, professionals and institutions committed to the promotion of press freedom, democratic values, and responsible journalism, we stand in solidarity with our colleagues in Kenya.
Media freedom is a bedrock of democracy, and undue interference with it is an attack on people's fundamental human rights." A signage showing the Communications Authority of Kenya File NAB, therefore, urged the Authority to uphold the very Articles cited in its memo, Articles 33 and 34, and restore access to the airwaves.
Failure to do so, the association warned, would risk undermining public trust, silencing diverse voices, and eroding democratic norms.
