NAIROBI, KENYA — The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has initiated the revocation of broadcasting licences held by 22 television stations, giving the affected broadcasters seven days before the decision takes effect.
According to a Gazette Notice published on Friday, October 9, 2026, the revocation will take effect seven days after publication. Once effective, the affected stations will no longer be authorised to operate under the licences, while resources held under the licences will revert to the Authority.
The move was taken under the Kenya Information and Communications Act. However, the Authority did not specify the reasons behind the planned revocations in the notice.
All 22 stations are listed as commercial free-to-air television broadcasters. Among those affected are faith-based stations, including Holy Spirit's TV, Greater Life Television, Assemblies of God Kenya Television Network, and Bethsaida Television.
Other stations named in the notice include Madaras TV, Revival Wave TV, Mshindi TV, Mountain of Peace TV, Riigi TV, Ngoyoo TV, Nene TV, WTV, Kim Kim TV, Wendo TV, New Breed Connect TV, Shem TV, Ikengi TV, Thespy TV, Technique View Television and Engako Television Network.
The notice also records voluntary licence surrenders by Landmerc Limited, involving Tandaza FM and Moreplex Television Limited, involving three licences associated with Moreplex TV Kenya.