Police officers and criminal groups have attacked journalists violently due to the continuing protests in several locations in Kenya.
Both the Media Council of Kenya and the Association of Media Women in Kenya (AMWIK) have vehemently denounced these actions and demanded swift investigations.
In particular, the police are supposed to protect journalists and guarantee their safety, free from intimidation and assault.
Attacks on journalists violate human rights, limit public access to information, and curtail press freedom.
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The public's access to accurate and timely information depends on journalists, and free and impartial media is a critical component of democracy.
The Media Council of Kenya has learned of violent physical attacks on journalists that destroyed their equipment and the loss of personal property.
Goons taking part in the protests have also attacked some journalists. Everyone who cherishes press freedom and democracy must denounce these attacks on the media since they directly violate this fundamental right.
A swift response is needed to ensure the protection and safety of journalists from attacks during protests. The Media Council of Kenya is devoted to tenaciously promoting ethical reporting and safeguarding press freedom.
