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KECOBO keeps KAMP licence frozen over Sh5.5m and board failures
Communications

KECOBO keeps KAMP licence frozen over Sh5.5m and board failures

On 24 August 2026 KECOBO’s board upheld the suspension of KAMP Copyright and Related Rights Limited, sent an alleged Sh5.5 million misuse file to DCI, ordered Section 46B-noncompliant directors out, and gave 30 days for new elections. PAVRISK will collect KAMP royalties into a frozen account.

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Judiciary: fake 17 August Koome letter on Supreme Court interference is not ours
Communications

Judiciary: fake 17 August Koome letter on Supreme Court interference is not ours

On Monday the Judiciary said a letter dated 17 August 2026 headed as a CJ Martha Koome statement on Supreme Court interference was fabricated; it had named DCJ Mwilu, JSC, Maraga, Kalonzo and Gachagua. Official channels only.

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Kabogo: AI fakes will hit 2027 coverage — media must load MCK guidelines now
Communications

Kabogo: AI fakes will hit 2027 coverage — media must load MCK guidelines now

At the Nakuru launch of MCK’s Guidelines for Election Coverage 2027 and Strategic Plan 2026–2030, ICT CS William Kabogo said AI can mint false text, images and video in minutes; MCK chair Maina Muiruri and CEO David Omwoyo framed the rules as a pre-campaign toolkit.

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CA: telecoms lead 670 consumer complaints in April–June 2026 quarter
Communications

CA: telecoms lead 670 consumer complaints in April–June 2026 quarter

Communications Authority received 670 escalated consumer complaints for April–June 2026; telecoms led with 239 cases, while 548 (82%) were resolved and 122 remained under follow-up.

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What Kenyan Media History Left in the Ashes
Communications

What Kenyan Media History Left in the Ashes

A Nation opinion piece digs through the burned and buried record of early non-white-owned newspapers—and what their fate still teaches today’s press.

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USSD Codes Still Useful for Banking and Airtime in Kenya
Communications

USSD Codes Still Useful for Banking and Airtime in Kenya

Key takeawaysFocus topic: useful USSD codes KenyaCovers: banks, Safaricom, utilities, practical tips for residents and visitorsBest for: residents, diaspora returnees and visitors planning around K…

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Fibre Internet Providers Compared in Major Kenyan Towns
Communications

Fibre Internet Providers Compared in Major Kenyan Towns

Key takeawaysFocus topic: fibre internet Kenya comparisonCovers: speeds, prices, coverage, practical tips for residents and visitorsBest for: residents, diaspora returnees and visitors planning aro…

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Getting a SIM Card in Kenya: Safaricom, Airtel and Telkom Compared
Communications

Getting a SIM Card in Kenya: Safaricom, Airtel and Telkom Compared

Key takeawaysFocus topic: Kenya SIM card comparisonCovers: data plans, registration, coverage, practical tips for residents and visitorsBest for: residents, diaspora returnees and visitors planning…

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Unethical Behaviors Committed By Kenyans
Communications

Unethical Behaviors Committed By Kenyans

Courtesy is a good virtue when it comes to matters pertaining life. However, the fact has been misused and majority of Kenyans have abused the freedom given to them. There are a...

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