FAQs

1.LEGAL MATTERS

1a. Intellectual Property & Copyright

  • How do I report unauthorized use of KBC footage or audio?
    • Send an email to md@kbc.co.ke; info@kbc.co.ke  with proof of ownership and the link to the infringing material. Our legal team will issue a formal Take-Down Notice under the Copyright Act.
  • Can I use KBC news clips for my personal or commercial project?
    • No. All KBC broadcasts are copyrighted. You must apply for a material synchronization license from KBC before using any footage.
  • How do independent producers clear music rights for shows submitted to KBC?
    • Producers must submit written proof of music clearance. This includes synchronization licenses from the artists or certificates from licensed Collective Management Organisations (CMOs).

1b. Regulatory & Advertising Compliance

  • What legal standards must advertisements meet before airing?
    • All commercials must comply with the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) Programming Code. Content must be truthful, decent, and free of defamatory or hate speech.
  • What are the legal restrictions on betting and gambling advertisements?
    • Ads must have a valid Betting Control and Licensing Board (BCLB) permit. They must also have a Kenya Film Classification Board (KFCB) rating and cannot air during watershed hours (5:00 AM – 10:00 PM).
  • How does KBC handle defamation claims regarding news broadcasts?
    • Aggrieved parties must serve a formal Demand Letter to the Managing Director. Valid grievances are reviewed for retraction or clarification in line with the Media Council of Kenya (MCK) guidelines.

1c Data Privacy & Public Information

  • How does KBC protect the data of contest participants and whistleblowers?
    • We process all personal information according to the Data Protection Act. Data is encrypted, stored securely, and never shared with third parties without explicit consent.
  • How do I file a formal Access to Information request?
    • Submit a written request citing Section 5 of the Access to Information Act. Address it directly to the Managing Director at Broadcasting House, Nairobi.

 

  1. KBC COVERAGE/TECHNICAL

2a Technical & Signal FAQs

  • Where can I find KBC TV and radio frequencies?
    • They are listed on our official website frequency map. You can also listen to our vernacular radio stations via regional FM transmitters.
  • Why is my TV signal weak or missing?
    • Weather or antenna misalignment usually causes this. Run an “Automatic Rescan” on your free-to-air Signet STB or pay-TV decoder.
  • Is KBC available on DStv and GOtv?
    • Yes. KBC Channel 1 is available on DStv (Channel 275), GOtv (Channel 91), StarTimes, and all free-to-air decoders.

2b Digital & Content FAQs

  • Where can I watch KBC live online?
    • Stream live via our official YouTube channel (KBC Channel 1 Play) or the “Watch Live” portal on the KBC website.
  • How do I pitch a show or film?
    • Submit a comprehensive concept proposal, script sample, and production budget to the Managing Director’s office at Broadcasting House.
  • How do I get a programming schedule?
    • Daily schedules are pinned on our official X (@KBCChannel1) and Facebook pages every morning.

 

 

 

 

 

  1. KBC Jobs
  2. How can I apply for a job at the Corporation?

Job vacancies are advertised on the Corporation’s official website and other authorized platforms. Interested candidates should follow the application instructions provided in the respective advertisement.

 

  1. Can I submit my CV for future job opportunities?

Candidates may only apply for advertised positions through the prescribed application process, unless otherwise stated.

 

c  .How do I apply for internships?

We advertise our industrial attachment intake twice a year on our corporate portal. Applicants must submit a university reference letter.

 

 

  1. Commercial & Corporate FAQs
  2. Do you allow institutions to visit KBC studios? Do you charge the visit?

KBC allows institutions/groups to come for educational tours at no charge. The visiting days are Tuesday and Thursday.

 

  1. Does KBC avail information for Academic Research purposes?

KBC adheres to Access to Information requirements and avails information required for various academic research purposes.

C How much does it cost to advertise?

Rates vary by time slot (Prime Time vs. Off-Peak). Contact our Commercial Department at advertising@kbc.co.ke for the latest rate card.

 

 

 

 

  1. KBC TENDERS

a.How long should I wait for feedback after submitting a tender

There is no single universal number of days for every procurement. The procuring entity should communicate the outcome after evaluation and the necessary approvals have been completed.

For an open tender, a practical sequence can therefore be:

Advertisement → 21+ days → Tender opening → Evaluation → Professional Opinion → Tender Committee approval → Notification → 14-day standstill → Contract signing.

 

  1. How do a supplier become registered by KBC

To become a registered supplier of Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC), you generally need to:

Register on Kenya’s e-GP system — suppliers must be registered on e-GP to participate in electronically enabled public procurement.