The Communications Authority of Kenya (CAK) announced plans to revoke the broadcasting licences of 42 television stations, citing non-compliance with regulatory requirements.
In a gazette notice issued on September 12, 2025, the authority said the affected stations had failed to settle annual regulatory fees and meet content obligations under the Kenya Information and Communications Act.
"NOTICE is given pursuant to the provisions of the Kenya Information and Communications Act, (Cap. 411), that the Communications Authority of Kenya shall revoke the postal licences of the following service providers within seven (7) days from the date of this Gazette Notice," reads part of the notice signed by CA Director General David Mugonyi.
Among the stations whose licences are set to be withdrawn are: Apple Truth Television Network, Metropol TV, Corporate Media TV, DG TV, Masai TV, Fanaka TV, Mbugi TV, Tem TV, Ukweli TV, Ability TV, The Word Music TV and Ace TV.
The regulator said further action may be taken against other operators who remain non-compliant.
In recent months, CA worked closely with the Betting Control and Licensing Board (BCLB) to monitor how stations carry betting and gaming-related advertisements, which are regulated under the Betting, Lotteries and Gaming Act.
The regulator said the enforcement was part of its broader mandate to streamline the broadcasting sector, ensure fair spectrum allocation and protect consumers.
Broadcasters whose licences have been revoked have the right to appeal the decision before the Communications and Multimedia Appeals Tribunal or reapply once they have addressed the compliance issues.
The revocations will take effect seven days from the date of the gazette notice.
Once revoked, the affected broadcasters will no longer be authorised to operate or provide services under the withdrawn licences, and any resources allocated to them will revert to the authority.
