Doubt the values (common sense) that influenced the Mututho Law were agitated for by the Professional bodies listed below.

Who represents Social Conservatism in the Media Council? Can NACADA be represented in it?

Am sure part of Vision 2030 is making sure we raise a generation that is more socially responsible (sober).

The world will have less of a problem outsourcing work to us if we do.

Who in the Media council would ensure a small percentage of content is educational?

That is at an expert level.?

For Kenyans who may or did not make it to school but can get to learn via FM radio (even on mobile phones)?



On Wed, Jan 26, 2011 at 11:27 AM, Grace Githaiga <ggithaiga@hotmail.com> wrote:
 Dear Listers

 

Welcome to day 3 of our discussion of the Media Bill in which will tackle two issues namely Composition of the Council (article 6) and Qualifications of Members (Article 7 (1)). Article 7 (2) on appointment of Chairperson will be discussed tomorrow.

 

Today's debate

 

Article 6 states that the Council shall comprise seven members, appointed in accordance with the provisions of this Act.

 

Article 7 (1) states...A person is qualified for appointment…if such a person (c ) have knowledge and experience of at least 10 years including past or continuing membership to industry or other professional body in matters relating to any of the fields:

 

i)                    Law

ii)                  Journalism

iii)                Finance

iv)                Gender and human rights

v)                  Performing arts; or

vi)                Advertising.

 

Questions:

·         Should other professions be considered?

·         Is gender and human rights relevant in this list considering there is mention of one belonging to a professional body?

·         And is it necessary to actualize gender balance? If so, how?

·         Out of the seven council members (article 6), are there some who are critical and must be represented in the Council?

 

(d) Meets the requirements of chapter six of the Constitution

 

Question: Chapter six of the constitution is on leadership and integrity and relates to state officers. Is there an assumption then that the council members will be considered state officers? Is this section necessary?

 

(e) Has had a distinguished career in their respective fields.

 

Question: How workable is this?

 
Your suggestions are highly appreciated.
 
Rgds
Grace


 
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