The Kenya Film Classification Board (KFCB), in collaboration with the National Police Service (NPS) and other relevant stakeholders, has launched a nationwide inspection exercise targeting Public Service Vehicles (PSVs) fitted with screens to ensure they display child-friendly content.
The exercise comes at a time when schools are closed for the long holidays, with increased travel expected during the December festivities.
KFCB has cautioned PSV operators against displaying inappropriate audiovisual content on screens installed in their vehicles, warning such content could expose young passengers to harmful material.
“Operators of PSVs are cautioned against exhibiting inappropriate audiovisual content that may expose children to harmful material,” KFCB stated.
It also called on the public to report cases where minors are exposed to inappropriate audiovisual content in public transport vehicles and other public or private spaces.
“Protecting children from exposure to inappropriate audiovisual content, both online and offline, is a collective responsibility that requires the vigilance and active participation of all stakeholders,” the agency added.
KFCB, which regulates the creation, possession, distribution, broadcasting and exhibition of audiovisual content in Kenya, said the inspections would continue across the country to ensure compliance with the relevant regulations.
The agency said it is working with other government institutions to increase compliance in establishments such as gaming hubs, where minors could encounter adult material or be exposed to illegal filming.