National Assembly Clerk Urges Accuracy in Parliamentary Reporting
Topics include parliamentary broadcasting rules, the budget-making process, and strategies for utilizing digital media in political communication.

Clerk of the National Assembly, Mr. Samuel Njoroge, has emphasized the importance of factual and objective reporting by parliamentary journalists, urging them to prioritize accuracy while covering parliamentary proceedings. Parliament of Kenya.
Clerk of the National Assembly, Samuel Njoroge, has emphasized the importance of factual and objective reporting by parliamentary journalists, urging them to prioritize accuracy while covering parliamentary proceedings.
Speaking on Friday, January 18, 2025, during the official opening of an engagement workshop for the Kenya Parliamentary Journalists Association (KPJA) at the Morendat Institute of Oil and Gas, Mr. Njoroge highlighted the media’s pivotal role in shaping public opinion through their reporting on legislative matters.
“I am addressing individuals who wield influence through the power of pen and voice. The role of the media cannot be understated,” said Mr. Njoroge. He noted that accurate and clear reporting enables citizens to make informed decisions, urging journalists to verify facts and avoid sensationalism.
The workshop, themed “Collaborating Towards Effective Coverage of the National Assembly,” aims to enhance the quality of parliamentary reporting by equipping journalists with knowledge and tools to better explain legislative processes.
Topics include parliamentary broadcasting rules, the budget-making process, and strategies for utilizing digital media in political communication.
Mr. Njoroge also underscored the mutual reliance between Parliament and the media, calling on journalists to embrace KPJA as a platform for engagement with Parliament.
He assured members of KPJA that the Parliamentary Service Commission is planning to construct an ultra-modern media center to support their work.
The Clerk encouraged journalists to educate the public in a simple and factual manner, avoiding confusion or misinformation.
“When you give citizens relevant, factual information, you enable them to make rational decisions,” he remarked, adding that societal values should take precedence over sensational news.
Echoing these sentiments, Media Council Chief Executive Officer, Dr. David Omwoyo, stressed the significance of equipping parliamentary reporters with skills to simplify the often-complex legislative processes for their audiences.
He noted that such training minimizes the risk of misreporting and enhances public understanding of Parliament’s work.
The four-day workshop also saw Mr. Njoroge announce plans for a Members’ retreat scheduled for January 27–31 in Naivasha. The retreat, marking the midpoint of the 13th Parliament, will offer lawmakers an opportunity to reflect on their progress and strategize for the next legislative session.
With ongoing efforts to strengthen parliamentary journalism, the collaboration between the National Assembly and KPJA promises to bolster transparency and public engagement in legislative affairs.