Kenya 3.10 The public broadcaster offers diverse programming for all interests. ANALYSIS: KBC offers diverse programmes including news, entertainment, music, education, culture etcetera. KBC’s radio service is the most diverse of all stations in the country. Some programmes, however, are tailored to government’s needs. For example, songs that may be perceived as being critical of government are usually banned. SCORES: Individual scores: 4,5,3,5,5,5,4,5,4,4,5 Average score: 4.5 3.11 The public broadcaster offers balanced and fair information reflecting the full spectrum of diverse views and opinions. ANALYSIS: Although KBC still does not touch issues that might be perceived as “dangerous” (e.g. carrying no coverage of demonstrations in regard to the constitution drafting process), it is making efforts to offer diverse views and to be more balanced. Stories on the president, for example, are treated according to their newsworthiness and do not always lead the news bulletins regardless of their importance. The newsroom also strives to get the other side of the story. However, disproportionate attention is still being paid to the political leadership. There is room for improvement in regard to balance and consistency. African Media Barometer - Kenya 2005 23