Kenya: Murkomen Orders Extra Security for Journalists Covering Political Events

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has ordered the Inspector General of Police, Douglas Kanja, to provide journalists with adequate security as the country goes towards the 2027 General Elections.

Speaking during a funeral service in Elgeyo Marakwet on Thursday, September 3, Murkomen said journalists should be provided with enough security, particularly during political events, to ensure that they carry out their duties without fear as the country faces political pressure towards…