The government is selling a parcel of land owned by the Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) to finance modernisation and revamping the national broadcaster.
Information, Communications and the Digital Economy Cabinet Secretary William Kabogo says the Cabinet has approved sale of land belonging to KBC to finance revamping the broadcaster.
“I have received approval from the Cabinet to sell land belonging to KBC to settle [arrears owed to] pensioners and also for restructuring,” Kabogo said during the official opening of the 8th Annual Editors Convention organised by the Kenya Editors Guild (KEG) at a hotel in Kilifi.
He said the restructuring process will involve “cleaning” KBC.
“When I came in [as Cabinet Secretary], nine months ago, I asked for the number of workers at KBC, and I was given an approximate number and not a definite number of the workforce. I proposed introduction of biometrics to answer than. The procurement process took six months,” Kabogo said.
He says the government is keen on enhancing editorial independence to ensure KBC reflects the diversity and aspirations of the Kenyan people.
“A revitalized KBC will contribute meaningfully to public education, culture, innovation, and national unity,” said Kabogo during the conference that was attended by KBC Managing Director Agnes Kalekye and several KBC staff who are members of KEG.
The Cabinet Secretary underscored the need for a modern, confident, and effective public broadcaster is equally important for our national development.
“The Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) has served the country for decades and remains a platform with immense potential,” said Kabogo.