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Association of Media Women in Kenya (AMWIK) AMWIK’s vision is a just society in which the media embraces and promotes equitable development and human rights.

The Association of Media Women in Kenya (AMWIK) is a National Media Association established in 1982 and registered under the Societies Act as a non-profit membership organization for women journalists from the print, electronic media, and other areas of communication. AMWIK’s mission is to use the media to promote an informed and gender-responsive society through professional and transformative media.  

From Concept to Impact: Transforming the Media Landscape for WomenThe Association of Media Women in Kenya (AMWIK) , unde...
05/06/2026

From Concept to Impact: Transforming the Media Landscape for Women

The Association of Media Women in Kenya (AMWIK) , under the Femnet Secretariat -STITCH program, embarked on an initiative to combat sexual harassment and gender-based violence (GBV) in Kenya's media sector, sparked by a sobering report revealing that Kenya led Africa in media-related sexual harassment.

Despite navigating a tough landscape, including Covid-19 disruptions, cultural resistance , and legal backlashes, the project pushed through boundaries to deliver lasting institutional change.

The results were groundbreaking:

✅Policy Reform & Advocacy: Created a model sexual harassment policy and pushed for its adoption across media houses, while leading the Gender Committee of Kenya's Media Sector Working Group.
✅Male Engagement: Pioneered Male Cafés and engagement programs to bring men into the conversation as allies.
✅Direct Support: Provided critical psychosocial support and legal advice to affected women journalists, helping them find their voices and speak out.
✅Widespread Institutional Impact: Spurred a rise in media stories tracking GBV and unpaid care work, accelerated leadership training for women (some of whom ran for political office), and established a growing, revitalized AMWIK membership with a brand relaunch and new website.

Throughout the years, AMWIK continues to impact society through media initiatives like this. Partner with us today. 📩 Contact us at [email protected].

We are proud to announce our official partnership with Nalafem for the upcoming 5th Nalafem Summit, taking place from 1s...
04/06/2026

We are proud to announce our official partnership with Nalafem for the upcoming 5th Nalafem Summit, taking place from 1st–2nd July 2026 in Nairobi.

This year’s convening centers on the theme, "Power Meets Capital: When Women Back Women," marking a pivotal shift from mere representation toward sustained political power, protection, and economic backing.

We are glad to leverage the power of media and storytelling to support Nalafem’s mission of uniting African women politicians, activists, investors, and philanthropists to co-create a durable, cross-generational feminist power alliance across the continent.

04/06/2026

According to our recent research, 70% of journalists set to cover the 2027 elections have never covered an election before.

As political temperatures rise, the safety of our journalists, particularly women, who face a disproportionate threat of physical, sexual, and online harassment must be a priority. We have a duty to equip, train, and protect the next generation of media practitioners.

02/06/2026

The Women in Media Conference and Awards, hosted by the Association of Media Women in Kenya (AMWIK) under the theme "Resilient Professionals, Sustainable Futures," brought together key industry leaders to advocate for the safety, representation, and empowerment of women in journalism.

Prominent stakeholders highlighted the critical challenges and systemic hurdles women face in the field. AMWIK ED, Queenter Mbori , emphasized the organization's dedication to equipping female journalists with digital security skills and mental fortitude, while Kenya Editors Guild President, Zubeidah Kananu KOOME warned of the rising online hostility that threatens to silence women during crucial political cycles.
Furthermore, TikTok’s Keagile Makgoba addressed the dangerous loop between online abuse and offline violence, and Kenya Union of Journalists, Secretary General, championed structural reforms, calling for AMWIK’s official integration into the Media Act to guarantee that qualified female voices have a permanent seat at the decision-making table.

As we mark the 63rd , we celebrate our national sovereignty and also recognize the importance of a free media where wom...
01/06/2026

As we mark the 63rd , we celebrate our national sovereignty and also recognize the importance of a free media where women's voices are equally represented.

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We wish you a blessed and joyful Eid Al-Adha.
27/05/2026

We wish you a blessed and joyful Eid Al-Adha.

Day 1 of the comprised engaging sessions on content versitility, AI and infrastructure strategies for modern broadcast...
27/05/2026

Day 1 of the comprised engaging sessions on content versitility, AI and infrastructure strategies for modern broadcasting.

Association of Media Women in Kenya (AMWIK) Board Chair, Robi Koki Ochieng highlighted the importance of audience content analysis and urged broadcasters to adapt despite AI’s disruption of content creation and monetisation.

Media Council of Kenya CEO, David Omwoyo stressed the urgent need for clear regulatory guidelines to ensure AI is deployed responsibly and accurately reflects African culture and stories.

Kenya’s Principal Secretary for Broadcasting and Telecommunications, Mr Steve Isaboke, EBS, highlighted the country’s advanced digital landscape, driven by exceptional mobile pe*******on and rapid citizen adoption of new technologies, is reshaping media consumption across the continent.

The Broadcasters Convention East Africa 2026 has officially kicked off, bringing together top broadcasters, media profes...
26/05/2026

The Broadcasters Convention East Africa 2026 has officially kicked off, bringing together top broadcasters, media professionals, and visionaries to drive innovation and excellence in the digital era.

We are proud to have our Board Chairperson, , taking the stage as a guest speaker to deliver insights on The Future of Broadcast Media in Africa.

Be part of the conversation.
🎟️ Registration link: http://registration.apbke.org

Join top broadcasters, media professionals, and industry leaders at The Broadcasters Convention East Africa 2026 as we c...
25/05/2026

Join top broadcasters, media professionals, and industry leaders at The Broadcasters Convention East Africa 2026 as we champion innovation, excellence, and the evolving digital landscape.

📅 Date: 26th – 28th May 2026

📍 Venue: Emara-Ole Sereni Hotel, Nairobi

Our Executive Director, , will also take the stage as a featured panelist, sharing insights on AI, Cloud and the Future of Broadcast Media in Africa.

🔗 Register here: registration.apbke.org

The Association of Media Women in Kenya (AMWIK) State of Women in Media in Kenya Report 2026, exposes a systemic leaky p...
25/05/2026

The Association of Media Women in Kenya (AMWIK) State of Women in Media in Kenya Report 2026, exposes a systemic leaky pipeline driven by deep structural inequalities, economic insecurity, and safety threats.

Despite strong educational qualifications, women journalists face a steep glass ceiling, making up a only 2.8% of media owners and 3.7% of managing editors.

This lack of leadership is coupled with job instability, where nearly 60% of women operate in vulnerable freelancing, internship, or correspondent roles, and fewer than 14% secure permanent employment.

Furthermore, pervasive safety crises, with nearly 65% experiencing security breaches and nearly 40% enduring sexual harassment have triggered a massive attrition rate where the majority of women exit the industry before reaching 15 years of service.

The report serves as an urgent call to action, demanding mandated gender policy enforcement, safer working environments, and fair economic structures to retain female talent and protect the future of pluralistic journalism in Kenya.

Find the full report here:https://amwik.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Status-of-Women-in-Media-Report-1.pdf
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