'The passage of this law by Parliament was motivated by the aim to promote transparency & accountability, ensuring Kenyan citizens can easily access information & so that the GoK takes up the role of publicizing information intended for the public.' ~Timothy Kimaiyo 🇰🇪
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The ATI Act guarantees every citizen the right to access information.ℹ️
But have you ever wondered how your inquiries to the government or private entities are handled?🤔
💡Discover how the Access to Information Act sheds light on how your request is handled.
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What does the right to access information entail & how does it influence service delivery?
Tune in to KUTV Kenya as our communication officer Timothy Kimaiyo 🇰🇪 discusses this crucial right, fostering accountability for better service delivery.
📅 14.05.2024
⏰7-10AM
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Locals in Ganze demand the removal of Assistant Chief over abuse of power.
Read more: informaction.tv/locals-in-ganz…
Bread for the World National Land Commission Kilifi County Government Ministry of Interior | Kenya winnie masai Mwarimū Mūtemi wa Kīama Ombudsman Kenya Gideon M. Mung'aro, OGW
Via KTN News
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📢Currently Underway!
A Press Conference on the Commencement and Implementation of the Public Benefits Organizations Act of 2013 is happening now!
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We screened a film at the Ombaka evacuation center, Kisumu County, housing 600 flood-displaced individuals. Challenges include waterborne diseases, limited health access, & poor sanitation. Residents are calling on the county government for urgent intervention.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE.
We strongly condemn the actions of National Police Service-Kenya in Mathare, which were both unlawful & unconstitutional.
Security agencies are entrusted to ensure safety during peaceful protests, not to suppress the rights they're meant to uphold.
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We successfully conducted a training session on Access to Information for duty bearers at Mvindeni Hall in Kwale County. The departments present included Health, Gender, Education, ICT, the Office of the Ombudsman & a representative from the national government. #WatchDiscussAct
We joined CAT members of Ololmasani in Emurua Dikirr Constituency during a follow-up meeting concerning the long-abandoned construction of the Abossi-Kamermeru-Chesoen road. The CAT resolved to draft a memorandum to the national government addressing the issue.
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Earlier today, our ED winnie masai participated in a workshop convened by Civic Freedoms Forum - CFF & attended by leaders of national CSOs. The workshop aimed to develop an action plan for collaboration between CSOs & the GoK focusing on priority components of the PBO Act.
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'The Access to Information Act outlines that all government entities are required to administratively and as a matter of course release information to the public, without the necessity of formal applications'~Timothy Kimaiyo 🇰🇪
Bread for the World Ombudsman Kenya
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'Commencing the PBO Act is an important step forward and demonstrates the commitment of current regime and civic society to a future of an enabling environment and broadened democratic space in Kenya.' ~Davis Malombe
Civic Freedoms Forum - CFF KHRC
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Citizen Journalism training at Little Theatre Club Mombasa. In attendance is Madam Maureen Mudi Regional Coordinator from the Media Council of Kenya
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Norway in Kenya European Union In Kenya Media Council of Kenya
Maureen Mudi
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Media has the responsibility to keep not only governments but everybody else in check Priscilla Nyokabi 🇰🇪
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'PBOs are expected to enjoy an array of benefits including indirect government support, preferential treatment in public procurement procedures, and provision of direct government financing for PBOs that partner with the government' ~winnie masai
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Community members from Tware Sub-Location, in Meru Couny presented a petition to the Rural Electrification and Renewable Energy Corp. in MeruCountyGovernment & the office of the MNA for Tigania West. They are advocating for electricity, stressing its vital role in communication & accessing services.
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