Worlds of Journalism Study -1 - Country Report: Kenya Country Report Journalists in Kenya Backgrounds of Journalists (original) (raw)

2017, Worl of Journalism Study

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The Kenya Country Report from the Worlds of Journalism Study provides an overview of the media landscape, focusing on the backgrounds, employment patterns, and educational qualifications of journalists in Kenya. Following the transition to digital broadcasting in 2015, there has been an expansion in the number of accessible media channels, with a significant presence of both national and regional broadcasters. The report highlights that the majority of journalists in Kenya are young, educated, and predominantly work full-time, with a notable proportion engaged in unions. Despite a lack of specialization, the majority are full-time journalists with a considerable number of years of experience. The findings also reflect issues related to trust in institutions and the evolving influences on journalism in the country.