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Attacks on journalists a reversal of heralded press freedom gains

Linda Bach

Recent attacks, threats and arbitrary arrests of Kenyan journalists are a sign that all is not well with press freedom in the country. The incidents also raise concerns about the safety of newsmen and their ability to carry out their work under the present circumstances.

Although the Constitution guarantees journalists freedom to discharge their duties without interference from State, lately several members of the Fourth Estate have found themselves on the receiving end of law enforcers.

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