Kenya Broadcasting Corporation

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Kenya Broadcasting Corporation, also known as KBC, is a state-owned media organization headquartered in Kenya. Founded in 1928, the company employs approximately 590 individuals and specializes in media production, functioning as the state-run media organization of Kenya.

2025 Revenue

Founded

1924

Headcount

807

Headquarters

Kenya

Primary Segment

Media Production

Ownership

State Owned

News Summary:

Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) Managing Director Agnes Kalekye signed a news media cooperation agreement with China’s Hubei Media Group on June 26, 2026, during the opening ceremony of the China-Hubei Media Week in Africa held in Nairobi. This agreement aims to strengthen content exchange, cultural collaboration, and media technology partnerships between the two institutions. Previously, on June 11, KBC partnered with SportyTV to broadcast 34 FIFA World Cup 2026 matches free of charge to Kenyan football fans. This followed the government's approval of funding on June 6, 2026, to support KBC's broadcast of the upcoming FIFA World Cup, resolving earlier funding challenges that had threatened the state broadcaster's plans, as revealed by Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi.

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Jul

6th

2026

10:30

Supreme Court clears case against appointment of four CEOs

The Supreme Court has cleared the way for the hearing of a case challenging the appointment of chief executives at four state corporations over alleged ethnic marginalisation and discrimination. At the same time, the court issued a landmark ruling that broadens the Employment and Labour Relations Court's jurisdiction over recruitment disputes.

Business Daily

Jun

27th

2026

03:58

Events, B2B Tag

Seeing China: Hubei Media Week in Africa Opens in Kenya Seeing China: Hubei Media Week in Africa Opens in Kenya

Nairobi, Kenya – Guided by the National Radio and Television Administration of China and the People’s Government of Hubei Province, and jointly hosted by the Publicity Department of the CPC Hubei Provincial Committee and the Hubei Media Group, Seeing China· Hubei Media Week in Africa officially opened in Nairobi, Kenya, on June 26 local time.

Switch TV

Jun

26th

2026

03:41

Events

KBC signs agreement with Hubei Media Group

The Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) has signed a news media cooperation agreement with China’s Hubei Media Group in an effort to strengthen content exchange, cultural collaboration and media technology partnerships between the two institutions. KBC Managing Director Agnes Kalekye signed the agreement on behalf of the state broadcaster during the opening ceremony of the China-Hubei Media Week in Africa held in Nairobi on Friday, June 26.

KBC Kenya

Jun

11th

2026

09:33

Partnerships and Alliances, Football, Sports Rights Updates, B2B Tag

KBC, SportyTV Secure Rights to Air 34 FIFA World Cup 2026 Matches

Kenyan football fans will be able to watch 34 FIFA World Cup 2026 matches free of charge after Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) entered into a partnership with SportyTV to broadcast selected fixtures from the global tournament.

Business Today Kenya

Jun

11th

2026

01:00

B2B Tag

Media leaders call for stronger Kenya-China partnerships to combat stereotypes

‎ ‎Media leaders from Kenya and China have called for stronger newsroom partnerships, cultural exchanges and factual reporting to deepen people-to-people ties between the two countries and counter harmful stereotypes. ‎Speaking during a plenary discussion at a Nairobi forum on Kenya-China relations on Thursday, editors and media executives said journalists have a crucial role in promoting mutual understanding, fostering economic opportunities and ensuring citizens receive accurate information about both nations.

The Star Kenya

Jun

7th

2026

23:27

Fred Obachi Machoka details his professional journey in lawsuit against Robert Alai for saying he has HIV/AIDS

Fred Obachi Machokaa has shared details about his journey from law enforcement to broadcasting while testifying in a defamation case involving Kileleshwa MCA Robert Alai. Speaking before the court, the celebrated broadcaster reflected on his decades-long career and the impact he says recent allegations have had on his reputation and personal brand.

Ghafla Kenya

Jun

6th

2026

01:00

Funding Activities, Sports Rights Updates, B2B Tag

Kenyans to watch World Cup after State releases broadcast funds

‎ ‎Kenyans will now be able to watch the upcoming FIFA World Cup competition after the government approved funding to support its broadcast on the national broadcaster. ‎Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi revealed that funding challenges that had threatened to derail plans by the Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) to air the global football tournament have now been resolved.

The Star Kenya

Jun

4th

2026

10:41

Events, Sports Rights Updates, B2B Tag

KBC to Air World Cup Matches Free of Charge

The national broadcaster, KBC, has announced plans to air upcoming World Cup matches after securing government support to acquire broadcasting rights. Speaking on Thursday, June 4, KBC Managing Director Agnes Kalekye confirmed that arrangements are being finalized to ensure viewers across the country can watch the global football event.

Nairobi Leo

Jun

4th

2026

01:00

Sports Rights Updates

Air World Cup 2026: What Kenyans Actually Get for Free

The Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) says it has secured free-to-air rights to show the 2026 FIFA World Cup. If that holds, millions of Kenyans who do not pay for television will be able to follow football’s biggest tournament without a subscription.

Techish Kenya

May

26th

2026

06:25

Emerging Tech, Artificial Intelligence, B2B Tag

KBC calls for regional collaboration in digital broadcasting shift

The Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) has underscored the need for African broadcasters to embrace honesty, collaboration and innovation as the media industry undergoes digital transformation. Speaking during the Africa Broadcasters Conference in Nairobi, KBC Managing Director Agnes Kalekye highlighted that for AI to serve Africa, it must reflect African realities, languages and cultures.

KBC Kenya

May

26th

2026

01:00

Events, Artificial Intelligence, B2B Tag

Broadcasters Challenge Media to Embrace AI Without Losing Journalism’s Human Touch

By Josiah Kariuki The 5th East African Broadcasting Convention 2026 has renewed calls for African media houses to embrace artificial intelligence while safeguarding ethics, credibility, and authentic storytelling in an increasingly digital world. Held at a Nairobi hotel the convention has brought together regulators, broadcasters, journalists, policymakers, media executives, and young innovators.

Kisiipressclub (co.ke)

May

25th

2026

01:00

Emerging Tech, B2B Tag

Government Seeks KES 2.7 Billion to Deploy AI Tools for Monitoring Social Media

The Kenyan government is asking parliament for KES 2.7 billion to buy AI software that will monitor social media, manage public communications, and get a new central government communications hub up and running. The State Department for Broadcasting and Telecommunications made the pitch to the National Assembly’s ICT committee, arguing that the media landscape has shifted enough that the government needs specialized tools to keep up.

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Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) currently holds 3 broadcasting rights for sports competitions including soccer | association football and motorsports.