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Journalists covering the swearing-in of Kisii Governor Paul Simba Arati at Gusii stadium on August 25, 2022. [Sammy Omingo, Standard]
Kenya has just gone through a tight presidential election that saw William Ruto declared the fifth president.
The election coverage drew praise and criticism from various sources, including the president, who accused reporters and news outlets of bias. What can journalists learn from their coverage of this year's election? Are there any lessons that might be useful for their colleagues around the world?
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