Media Council of Kenya

Media Council of Kenya An independent national institution established by the Media Council Act, 2013 for purposes of setting of media standards and ensuring compliance.

The Media Council of Kenya is an independent national institution established by the Media Council Kenya Act, No. 46 of 2013 for purposes of setting of media standards and ensuring compliance with those standards as envisaged by Article 34(5) on Freedom of the Media of the Constitution of Kenya. The Council is guided by the vision of a society where media freedom is respected, upheld, protected an

d maintained and where journalists, media practitioners and media houses are professional, responsible and adhere to media ethics. The Council is run on a co-regulation model where it receives modest funding from the Government while at the same time it levies media houses and individual journalists. The funds are used in running the several activities the MCK undertakes.

07/08/2025

📢 MCK Industrial Attachment Opportunity for Journalism Students!

The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) is offering a 3-month attachment (Sept–Nov 2025) for journalism/media/communications students. Gain hands-on experience in print, broadcast, digital, or production.

Eligibility: Final-year students with valid IDs, MCK Press Card, recommendation letter, transcripts, and work samples.

Deadline: 20th August 2025
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Are you accredited and need a place to file your stories? We got you! Visit our Kisumu Media Hub and be part of the comm...
06/08/2025

Are you accredited and need a place to file your stories? We got you! Visit our Kisumu Media Hub and be part of the community dedicated to promoting excellence in media

Elevate your journalism career and gain hands-on experience in the Media Council of Kenya Industrial Placement Programm...
06/08/2025

Elevate your journalism career and gain hands-on experience in the Media Council of Kenya Industrial Placement Programme

Level up your storytelling: A call to Naivasha and Nakuru-based journalists.
06/08/2025

Level up your storytelling: A call to Naivasha and Nakuru-based journalists.

06/08/2025
Media and Elections: The Media Council of Kenya Board, led by Chair Maina Muiruri, visited Independent Electoral and Bou...
05/08/2025

Media and Elections: The Media Council of Kenya Board, led by Chair Maina Muiruri, visited Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission(IEBC) Chair Erastus Ethekon where they pledged to join forces for fair and transparent election coverage.
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Governance Matters: The Media Council of Kenya Board held its inaugural meeting at the Secretariat’s office to, among ot...
05/08/2025

Governance Matters: The Media Council of Kenya Board held its inaugural meeting at the Secretariat’s office to, among other things, deliberate on the institution’s current status, receive workplans, and consider the draft Performance Contract for the 2025/2026 financial year.

Board Chairman Mr Maina Muiruri reaffirmed the Board’s commitment to supporting the Media Council and the wider media industry, highlighting the need for strategic measures to enhance professionalism in the sector.

“The appointment is a mark of confidence in the new team. We are grateful to the Cabinet Secretary for the trust placed in us and pledge to steer the media industry to greater heights amidst emerging challenges and a rapidly evolving media landscape,” he said

In attendance were Council members Ms Susan Karagu, Mr Timothy Wanyonyi, Mr Temesi Mukani and Ms Tabitha Mutemi, who attended virtually.

To a lasting legacy 🕊️
01/08/2025

To a lasting legacy 🕊️

31/07/2025
Welcome aboard!
31/07/2025

Welcome aboard!

Beyond the Buzz: Our Meru Regional Coordinator, Karanja Gooner, engaged with journalists in Embu County, encouraging the...
30/07/2025

Beyond the Buzz: Our Meru Regional Coordinator, Karanja Gooner, engaged with journalists in Embu County, encouraging them to set aside sensationalism and uphold professionalism in their reporting.

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Media to champion Kenya's education revolution! Media Council of Kenya , Z**i Afrique Foundation and Regional Education ...
30/07/2025

Media to champion Kenya's education revolution! Media Council of Kenya , Z**i Afrique Foundation and Regional Education and Learning (RELI-Africa) sign pact to empower journalists in driving informed discourse on quality education.

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