Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma has attracted controversy after demanding the immediate revocation of BBC Africa’s operation license in Kenya.
Kaluma’s demand follows a documentary by the BBC dubbed Blood Parliament about the June 25, 2024, demonstrations in Kenya.
The film reconstructs the infamous Gen Z protests, identifying suspected Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) personnel linked to the fatal shootings of protesters.
It also reveals the devastating aftermath of the protests, including the deaths of several protestors, and raising questions about responsibility and accountability.
Taking to X, Kaluma claimed the documentary is riddled with “reckless reporting” and bias intended to incite chaos in Kenya.
"The role played by the media in any democracy is too important to be discharged irresponsibly. The media can build greater democracy or destroy an otherwise stable state. Lest we forget, Rwanda Genocide would have not occurred were it not for reckless media. The relevant agencies of the government of Kenya must act fast to withdraw BBC Africa licence in Kenya," he added.
