The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) and the Kenya Editors’ Guild (KEG) are preparing to launch joint nationwide awareness campaigns to promote the newly adopted Code of Conduct for Media Practice 2025, to enhance professionalism in the industry.
The initiative seeks to familiarise media practitioners with the updated journalistic ethics following amendments to the Code of Conduct for the Practice of Journalism in Kenya, as enshrined in the Media Council Act.
“Through this partnership, we will implement a comprehensive, centralised rollout of awareness campaigns for the new Code of Conduct for Media Practice, ensuring widespread understanding and also adoption to elevate journalistic integrity and professionalism across the sector,” said MCK Chief Executive Officer (MCK) David Omwoyo.
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He spoke during a meeting with KEG leadership to plan the upcoming eighth Annual Editors’ Convention, scheduled for 26 to 30 November in Malindi.
In addition, Omwoyo underscored the importance of collaboration, stating, “Partnerships are the cornerstone of effective media regulation, fostering unity and cooperation to uphold professional standards and address the challenges of the digital era.”
He noted that the convention will serve as a platform to share insights with regional counterparts and tackle the evolving media landscape.
Meanwhile, KEG Vice President Francis Openda commended MCK’s efforts to unite the media industry.
“We applaud MCK for its work in bringing the media sector together. This unity is vital for collectively addressing emerging challenges,” Openda said.
This year’s convention theme, ‘Truth, Trust, and Technology: The Role of Journalism in the Digital Era‘, resonates strongly with the evolving media landscape, emphasising journalism’s critical role in building credibility, embracing technological advancements, and navigating the complexities of the digital age.
The convention is expected to convene media stakeholders to discuss pressing issues as well as foster greater collaboration.
