By Raylenne Kambua The Internet Society Kenya Chapter (ISOC Kenya) hosted the Third National Community Networks Summit from May 13–15, 2026, at the 777 Recreational Centre in Machakos Town. Building on the community-driven spirit of the 2024 Akala and 2025 Mathare editions, the summit convened under the theme: “Innovating for Grassroots Digital Access and Community …
By Raylenne Kambua World Press Freedom Day (WPFD) 2026, held in Lusaka, unfolded as both a celebration and a moment of reckoning for journalism across Africa. Against a backdrop of shifting political, technological, and economic pressures, this year’s commemoration brought together journalists, policymakers, civil society actors, and media development partners to reflect on the state …
By Mercy Achieng As a young female journalist today, the digital world isn’t just a tool for me, it’s where much of my work happens. I rely on online platforms to uncover stories, amplify voices that often go unheard, and connect with people across the globe. But during a recent digital safety training organized by …
By Reitz In the last 7 months, 40 female journalists across the country have undergone a rigorous fellowship focussed on understanding Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other digital tools. At the centre of the training sessions was the rise of Technology Facilitated Gender Based Violence (TFGBV), painting a sad picture of how women remain the key …
By Lucy Kilalo The media landscape has continued to evolve with the digital shift and the emergence of Artificial Intelligence, calling for new creative ways to captivate and retain consumers. The industry is experiencing major shifts, with thousands being laid off due to the dwindling profits, with companies unable to retain their workers. While this …
By Faith Oyoo Seven months at IAWRT Kenya taught us how AI is reshaping journalism today. AI is no longer a distant concept for journalists, it’s a present reality transforming how we work. From automated transcription and data analysis to interactive storytelling, AI tools can speed up research, detect misinformation, and reveal insights hidden in …
By Philder Odanga As Kenya went to the polls during the 2022 General Election, journalists were on the front line of informing the public in a highly charged political environment. Alongside the physical risks of election coverage, another threat emerged quietly but persistently: online harassment, misinformation, and coordinated digital attacks targeting journalists, particularly women. According …
By Natalie Kakai The integration of AI for audience engagement and analytics marks a revolutionary shift in the career trajectory of women journalists, transforming how they interact with both their craft and their consumers. By moving beyond traditional storytelling into the realm of data-driven insights, we are gaining a sophisticated understanding of reader preferences and …
By Natalie Kakai We are in 2026 and the fight against fake news has turned into a high-tech race. As women in the media, we are stepping up as the ultimate guardians of the truth. By mastering AI tools, we are moving past the slow, manual ways of checking facts. Now, we use smart systems …
By Raylene Kambua The rapid evolution of technology continues to redefine journalism globally and Kenya is no exception. From digital platforms and mobile connectivity to AI-driven tools, the way news is gathered, produced, and consumed is changing fast. During a recent training session dubbed AI Ethics, policy, and responsible use in Journalism in Kenya and …