The government, through the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA), has issued a directive to all television and radio broadcasters to immediately cease live coverage of the ongoing nationwide protests, citing violations of constitutional and regulatory provisions.
In a formal communication dated Wednesday, June 25, 2025, and addressed to all licensed broadcasters, the Communications Authority declared that the live airing of protest activities is in breach of Article 33(2) and Article 34(1) of the Constitution of Kenya, alongside Section 461 of the Kenya Information and Communications Act, 1998.
“This is therefore to direct all television and radio stations to stop any live coverage of the demonstrations forthwith,” read the statement signed by Director General David Mugonyi.
The notice warned that non-compliance would result in regulatory action as stipulated in the Kenya Information and Communications Act, 1998, signalling potential suspensions, penalties, or broadcast license reviews.
The unprecedented order comes as protests led predominantly by Gen Z demonstrators continue to sweep through the country, with thousands flooding the streets of Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and other urban centres.
The demonstrations, which began as a demand for accountability and good governance, have evolved into a mass citizen uprising, attracting attention from regional and international observers.
