The Media Council of Kenya and Human Rights Organizations have advocated for professionalism, safety and protection of trained journalists while carrying out their reporting duties to avoid further attacks and harassment.
Speaking during The Kenya Correspondents Association (KCA) regional forum to reflect on World Press Freedom Day 2025 key highlights in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County, the Regional Coordinator, Media Council of Kenya (MCK) Joseph Mecha, called upon the journalists to do proper investigation in order to inform the public factually, fairly and objectively to avoid discontentment that may arise due to misinformation and disinformation. "We are here to encourage each other to ensure that we do proper investigations, get factual information, report accurately, and leverage the use of AI (Artificial Intelligence)," he noted.
He further encouraged all journalists to ensure that they get accredited for easy intervention by the MCK body whenever an issue such as security arises.
On his part, Uasin Gishu Civil Societies Network representative Nick Omito challenged journalists to credibly report news stories without fear or favour as he assured them of championing their rights.
