The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has reaffirmed its commitment to creating a conducive operating environment for the media industry that guarantees freedom of opinion and expression.
In a speech read on his behalf by the Authority's Director of Legal Affairs Lydia Sitienei, the CA Director General (DG) David Mugonyi underscored the government's unwavering support for a free and independent media in the country.
Mugonyi stated that the Authority acknowledges the media industry's important role in the country's development and is committed to creating an enabling environment for the media, especially the broadcasting industry, to thrive and continually enhance democracy.
He said the CA is cognizant of the critical role the media plays in helping the country achieve social-economic development and progress.