Kenya Daily Chronicle

https://thechronicle.co.ke
Kenya Daily Chronicle is a Kenyan digital news outlet focused on public‑interest journalism. It publishes reported stories, explainers and analysis across politics, governance, economics and society, aiming to give readers the context behind fast‑moving events. Its In Perspective pieces break down policy choices and their stakes, such as the Sh4.14 trillion 2025/26 national budget, the government’s 30‑day suspension of gambling advertisements, and amendments to the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act. The newsroom also examines global decisions that affect Kenya, including a U.S. trade report flagging barriers to market access and the implications for exports and investment. Coverage tracks the country’s economic indicators and cost‑of‑living pressures using official surveys and statistics, while politics reporting follows coalitions, by‑elections and the youth‑driven protest movement. Sports and culture round out the agenda, with stories on athletics and the creative scene. Named contributors, including Oliver Mathenge and Zola Wendo, file analyses and reported features. Kenya Daily Chronicle serves readers who want clear, sourced and timely coverage of national affairs without losing sight of regional and global context. Its editorial mission centres on making complex policy debates understandable and connecting them to everyday life through explainers, data points and thematic series.

Source: Code for Africa

Last updated date: July 2026

Location:
Nairobi, Kenya
Year the organization started publishing:
2022
Languages:
English
Type of coverage:
National

Content

Editorial coverage:
Generalist, focused on multiple topics
Type of content produced by theme:
Education
Environment
Politics
Technology
Economy and business
Health and well-being
Law and crime
Society and human rights
Journalism genres:
Chronicles and non-fiction
Opinion
Journalism coverage types and techniques:
Breaking news
Data journalism
Explanatory journalism
Tech platforms and other mediums used:
Website
Messaging service
Social media platforms
Podcast
YouTube
WhatsApp
Twitter
Facebook
Instagram
Tiktok

Audience and reach

Social media audience

Facebook number of followers:
1,100
Twitter number of followers:
626
Instagram number of followers:
90
YouTube number of followers:
32
Tiktok number of followers:
2,464

Management and team

Founders

Female:
1
Male:
1
Founders:
Oliver Mathenge Winnie Kihuga
Directors:

Team

Full-time employees:
0
Part-time employees:
0
Freelancers or consultants:
0
Volunteers:
0

Business structure and revenue sources

Organization tax status:
Hybrid model (more than one nonprofit or for-profit)

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