The Mountain Journal
The Communication Authority of Kenya (CAK) has assured citizens that it will not censor the freedom of expression during the electioneering period.
CAK Chairman Charles Karondo said unlike some neighbouring nations of Uganda and Tanzania that shut down internet connectivity, Kenyans will freely enjoy connectivity within the framework of the law during the election period.
He observed that the authority has started multi-agency with state agencies, to hold Kenyans accountable and responsible for the postings made through online.
“ We have engaged with the National Intelligence Service (NIS) and the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC), to monitor the posting and ensure Kenyans are accountable in all forms of communication,” said Karondo.
He spoke in Marewa village in Kiharu during the official opening of a house he built for his neighbour in a function attended by Mbeere North MP Leo Wamuthende, the Deputy State House Comptroller Simon Gikuru and JCM Bishop Benson Gathungu.
Karondo expressed concerns on misinformation and incitement happening online, stressing that the authority has no intention to restrict the democratic space in the communication.
“We have no intention of taking such action because Kenya is democratic, and we are not here to block the freedom of speech to any Kenyan,” Karondo said.
Karondo emphasised that while the authority is keen to guard against misinformation, its role is not to suppress voices.
“Kenya’s approach will differ, aiming to balance free communication with responsible information sharing” said the CAK Official.
Muthenge and Gikuru campaigned to President William Ruto pleading with Murang’a people to join others in re-electing him for the second term.
Gikuru said the majority of voters across the country were in support of Ruto for the second term.
“Ruto has increased support in Western, Northern and Coast parts of Kenya who are speaking candidly that they will; vote for him,” said Gikuru.
Muthende said the Kenya Kwanza Government has done a lot for the country through construction of markets among other infrastructures to ease the livelihood of the business people.
