The former president's stranglehold on the press made it very difficult for journalists to do their jobs
The government also began frustrating alternative news media. Critical journalists were intimidated and incarcerated. It also banned opposition publications.media freedom
Kenyans found their voice through other institutions such as the church and civil society and in cultural spaces such as theatre and music. In addition, a range of alternative media sprang up. This included a group ofThese were mainly newsletters, which appeared intermittently. They were vociferous critics of the administration and often uncovered stories about corruption and other scandals involving the ruling elite.
In addition, liberalisation of the economy saw the growth of the private sector. This in turn led to a bolder media able to draw advertising from non-state actors.
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