Thomas Mukhwana

Nairobi

Co-Host at Africa Uncensored

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Investigative Reporter & Fact Checker @AfUncensored

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The War on Words: Smear Campaigns and Disinformation Targeting Africa Uncensored and Media Actors in Kenya

2 months ago | africauncensored.online | Eric Mugendi |Thomas Mukhwana

By Eric Mugendi and Thomas Mukhwana Kenya has a strong tradition of investigative journalism. Freedom of expression is enshrined in Article 33 and freedom of the media in Article 34 of the Constitution of Kenya (2010). However, the Media Council of Kenya has recorded at least 612 cases of violations of press freedom in the country from January 2013 to September 2024, including violations of journalists’ protection and safety.
The War on Words: Smear Campaigns and Disinformation Targeting Africa Uncensored and Media Actors in Kenya

2 months ago | africauncensored.online | Eric Mugendi |Thomas Mukhwana

By Eric Mugendi and Thomas Mukhwana Kenya has a strong tradition of investigative journalism. Freedom of expression is enshrined in Article 33 and freedom of the media in Article 34 of the Constitution of Kenya (2010). However, the Media Council of Kenya has recorded at least 612 cases of violations of press freedom in the country from January 2013 to September 2024, including violations of journalists’ protection and safety.
Kenyans Maimed by the State Demand Accountability

Nov 7, 2024 | iwpr.net | Thomas Mukhwana

When President William Ruto took office in 2022, he vowed that no extrajudicial killings would occur under his administration. Barely a year into office, at least 53 Kenyans were killed, allegedly by police officers, during protests in March and July 2023. This summer, more than 60 Kenyans, including children, died during another crackdown on protest. Hundreds more are living with injuries inflicted by police.
Is KFC laying off workers due to the ongoing Gen-Z protests?

Jul 27, 2024 | pigafirimbi.africauncensored.online | Thomas Mukhwana

FacebookXRedditEmailLinkedInWhatsApp This letter circulating on X seemingly addressing Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) employees in Kenya states that the fast food restaurant chain is “implementing a round of layoffs” in light of the protests around the country that have affected business operations. The letter was shared here on July 22, 2024, a day before the #OccupyJKIA protests took place.
Is the United States Kenya's largest trading partner?

Jun 6, 2024 | pigafirimbi.africauncensored.online | Thomas Mukhwana

FacebookXRedditEmailLinkedInWhatsApp When answering a question during a forum with Harvard Business School students at State House, Nairobi, on May 14, 2024, Ruto mentioned the United States of America’s (USA) critical partnership with Kenya, adding that it is Kenya’s “single largest trading partner”. “The US is a great partner of Kenya.
Has the number of students in the School Feeding Programme tripled since 2023?

Jun 5, 2024 | pigafirimbi.africauncensored.online | Thomas Mukhwana

FacebookXRedditEmailLinkedInWhatsApp On May 14, 2024, one week before his historic visit to the US, President William Ruto hosted US Ambassador to Kenya Meg Whitman and students from the Harvard Business School at State House, Nairobi. The meeting covered topics such as climate change, the economy, technology and education.
Fact-checking President Ruto’s speeches during the US State Visit

Jun 3, 2024 | pigafirimbi.africauncensored.online | Thomas Mukhwana

FacebookXRedditEmailLinkedInWhatsApp President Ruto embarked on a state visit and working tour of the United States from May 20-24, 2024 accompanied by First Lady Rachel Ruto, three of his daughters, and a delegation of government officials, politicians, individuals including comedian Eddy Butita, and representatives of the private sector.
Is Rachel Ruto's Claim That Ugandans Do Not Use Fertilizer True?

May 22, 2024 | pigafirimbi.africauncensored.online | Thomas Mukhwana

FacebookXRedditEmailLinkedInWhatsApp On April 15, 2024, First Lady Rachel Ruto claimed that Ugandans do not use fertilisers due to the “East Africa Revival that swept Uganda and some parts of East Africa”. She made these remarks when speaking at a Thanksgiving service in Nairobi.
#DearAgaKhan: A Coordinated Campaign To Undermine Trust In The Media

May 3, 2024 | pigafirimbi.africauncensored.online | Thomas Mukhwana |Eric Mugendi

FacebookXRedditEmailLinkedInWhatsApp Social media has been rightly described as a public square due to the diversity of ideas and views that reflect and sometimes inform public opinion. While this is a strength of social networks, it also provides fertile ground for propaganda and misinformation that can shift public opinion on issues and individuals.
Caught in the Grey List: Kenya's Struggle with Financial Integrity

Mar 24, 2024 | africauncensored.online | Thomas Mukhwana

Arzu Abbasova & Thomas MukhwanaOn 23 February 2024, the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), the watchdog responsible for setting international standards on anti-money laundering and counterterrorism financing (AML/CTF), put Kenya on the list of countries under increased monitoring, commonly known as the grey list. Kenya now joins a cohort of African nations on the list including Namibia (which was also recently added), Nigeria, South Africa, Mali, Mozambique, Burkina Faso, Senegal and Cameroon.