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February 11, 2024
By kcomnet
The Grassroot

“Debunked: Misleading Claims of Kenyan Banks Sharing Customer Data and Balances with KRA”

A claim circulating on social media that Kenyan banks have started sharing balances and customer data with KRA is misleading. The post was shared on a Facebook page called Value Galactica. In order to establish the veracity of this claim, Mashinani check has delved deeper into it. The Common Reporting Standard (CRS) was developed […]

February 9, 2024
By kcomnet
The Grassroot

FALSE CLAIM : HUSTLER FUND DEBTS NOT AUTOMATICALLY DEDUCTED FROM M-PESA

A viral claim circulating on social media suggests that Hustler fund debts would be directly deducted from Mpesa mobile money transfer service. The claim was shared on Facebook in the Kenya Political Forum on 1st February at 10:05 PM by an individual named George Pinto . The grassroot factfinder has since established that the claim […]

Navigating Challenges and Fostering Sustainability: A Comprehensive Analysis of Community Radio Viability in Kenya

Introduction In 2021, the Media Futures East Africa Project highlighted the underrepresentation of community radio stations in viability assessments, leading to KCOMNET’s initiative to conduct a comprehensive media viability needs assessment targeting 41 community radio stations. This study delves into the key findings and thematic analysis of the assessment, shedding light on the challenges faced […]

January 2, 2024
By kcomnet
Capacity Building, Content Development, The Grassroot

Community Radio Stations as Catalysts for Peace: A Comprehensive Analysis of Conflict Assessment Findings

Introduction Conflict assessment is a critical initial step in the process of conflict management and resolution. Understanding the dynamics of relationships and conflicts within a community is essential for promoting reflection among stakeholders and determining the need for intervention. KCOMNET, through Umoja Radio for Peace, conducted a conflict assessment project targeting 41 community radio stations. […]

January 1, 2024
By kcomnet
Capacity Building, Content Development, The Grassroot

Unveiling Impactful Investigative and Solution Stories by Community Radios.

In the ever-evolving media and community engagement landscape, it’s pivotal to spotlight initiatives that carve paths toward meaningful change. In 2022, the Kenya Community Media Network collaborated with the Refugee Consortium of Kenya in an impactful three-day training program aimed at equipping journalists with the skills required for sensitive and insightful reporting on refugees and […]

January 1, 2024
By kcomnet
Capacity Building, Content Development, The Grassroot

“Bulala FM’s Bold Initiatives: Combating Mental Health Challenges through Community Engagement”

In the wake of an insightful two-day online Mental Health Awareness training on August 25th and 26th, 2021, and a subsequent engagement in September 2023, facilitated by KCOMNET, Bulala FM took a significant step in addressing mental health challenges within the community. The station’s staff, equipped with newfound skills and knowledge, embarked on programs aimed […]

December 14, 2023
By kcomnet
The Grassroot

No, Animal Production Professionals and Technicians Bill 2023 does not impose on Kenyans a Ksh. 500,000 fine or a 6-month jail term for engaging in unlicensed farm animal rearing.

A recent claim circulating on Kenyans.co.ke suggesting that Kenyans may incur a Ksh. 500,000 fine for rearing farm animals without a license under the proposed Animal Production Professionals and Technicians Bill 2023 has been found to be misleading.The post by which has been trending online and was also shared by Suba North member of Parliament […]

July 24, 2021
By kcomnet
The Grassroot

World Radio Day 2022 Celebration

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