Month: June 2022
Speak truth to power on misuse of public resources for election campaigns
Nation editorial cartoonist Victor Ndula aptly captured the absurdity of the kettle calling the pot black. In his caricature on June 23, Ndula depicted Kenya…
Our turn to eat? No, do not accept ‘ngombo’ from politicians during campaigns
“When the government or politicians want to set an agenda in the media, they simply call a press conference where they invite several journalists and…
Who got duped in Naivasha robbery story, Nation or Standard?
The Standard and the Daily Nation weeks ago told two strikingly similar stories of a roadside robbery in Naivasha by a single woman. Both papers…
Media should work with communities in planning election debates
Dex Mumo Last weekend, some media houses broadcast gubernatorial debates in different counties. Two notable ones occurred on Sunday: KTN aired the Nakuru county debate…
Joe Ageyo interview with DP Ruto was hardball, not chitchat
Combat. That is how NTV editorial director for broadcast Joe Ageyo’s recent interview with Deputy President William Ruto at his Karen mansion should be described….
Fake NTV poll gives Sakaja 71%, Igathe 15% in Nairobi governor race
By Lucy Mwangi and Jacob Nyukuri 1. An article shared by Tuko.co.ke claiming low turnout at the United Democratic Alliance rally in Kiambu was misleading….
Pokot elders, please decree shorter names to save headline writers
Battle of giants in Lonyangapuo, Kachapin and Atudonyang duel (Nation headline, June 20, p.19). It was the only story on the page, so the subeditor…
Wajackoya with weed: It’s irresponsible for media to advertise illegal drug
Prof George Wajackoya has left Kenyans dizzy, no high, with excitement. He has united the nation. Politicians pretending to burn the midnight oil using taxpayers’…
Media is on the ballot on August 9, here’s Achilles heel it must beware of
It is the season of opinion polls. So, what are the numbers for the Fourth Estate, seven short weeks to the “much-awaited” August 9 General…
Wanted at Star: Reporters who can add, subtract and tell a story
The manner recent opinion polls on this year’s presidential race are being reported by The Star shows a surprising lack of analytical skills at Lion…