Stories by: Gusii Press
Wandayi Leads Electrification Push in Nyaribari Chache
Feb 13, 2026 at 06:38 PM
By KPC Reporter Every household in Kiogoro Ward of Kisii County will be connected to electricity within three weeks, Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi said on Friday. This, wandayi said, will mark a decisive end to years of darkness in parts of Nyaribari Chache Constituency. Speaking during the launch of the electrification project Wandayi said […]
New Era of Sport as Kenya’s Schools Officially Welcome Lacrosse
Feb 13, 2026 at 06:01 PM
By Nyang’au Araka Kenya has taken a historic step in expanding its co‑curricular landscape with the official inclusion of lacrosse into the Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) competitions. In a circular this week, the Ministry of Education confirmed that lacrosse, introduced by the Kenya Lacrosse Federation, is now recognised as part of the national […]
Donya Reaffirms Support for Teen Mothers as Government Orders Readmission in Kisii
Feb 13, 2026 at 05:18 PM
By KPC Reporter Kisii Woman Representative Doris Donya reaffirmed her commitment to supporting teenage mothers after a Sugubo community forum addressing girls who dropped out of school due to early pregnancies. Speaking during the forum, Donya said she was deeply moved after interacting with young mothers, many of whom attended the meeting carrying their babies. […]
Disquiet as Exam Officials Await Delayed Pay, Ministry Assures Resolution
Feb 13, 2026 at 04:57 PM
By Ongaga Ongaga Contracted professionals involved in the administration and marking of the 2025 national examinations are growing increasingly uneasy over delayed payments. This is even as the government promised this week that the issue will be resolved soon. In a press statement, the Ministry of Education acknowledged “legitimate concerns” raised by supervisors, invigilators, examiners, […]
POETIC TURN: Under the Bridge
Feb 13, 2026 at 04:47 PM
By Shem Onderi Gallons of water pass under the bridge,Sometimes silently, other times loud—Much of it unaccounted for in any measure.Under the bridge, many bird species have made a home. Some hunt and eat their fill under the bridge,Avoiding disturbance.Others hide from predators; it is a refuge.The water passing beneath poses no threat to them. […]
Governor Muthomi Njuki dismisses ODM demands for DP seat
Feb 13, 2026 at 02:50 PM
By KPC Reporter Tharaka Nithi Governor Muthomi Njuki has pushed back against calls by the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) to have the Deputy President position placed on the negotiation table in anticipated coalition talks. He insisted that the office already has a capable and deserving occupant, Prof. Kithure Kindiki. Speaking in Chuka, Tharaka Nithi County, […]
Kenya Launches First Digital Sound Broadcasting Trial
Feb 13, 2026 at 12:36 PM
By Hyline Ocharo Kenya has taken a bold step into the future of radio with the rollout of its first trial Digital Sound Broadcasting (DSB) services in Nairobi. The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) announced the activation on Friday, coinciding with World Radio Day. Radio remains one of the country’s most powerful media platforms, reaching […]
From Crackling Sets to Smart Tech: Radio Lives On
Feb 13, 2026 at 09:11 AM
By Hyline Ocharo From crackling shortwave sets to sleek digital studios, radio remains one of humanity’s most exciting and enduring innovations. On World Radio Day (February 13th), Kenyans are reminded that despite rapid technological change, radio continues to inform, entertain, and connect communities in ways few other media can. For decades, radio has been a […]
East Africa moves to fix mobile roaming gaps under One Network Area initiative
Feb 13, 2026 at 07:41 AM
By KPC Reporter Efforts are underway to strengthen mobile roaming across East Africa as regional stakeholders confront persistent policy, market and operational gaps undermining the full benefits of the One Network Area (ONA) Initiative. Launched to make mobile roaming simple and affordable, ONA allows travelers within the region to use their phones as if they […]
Kenya launches digital platforms to turn African embassies into trade deal hubs
Feb 13, 2026 at 07:28 AM
By KPC Reporter Kenya has launched two interconnected digital trade platforms—BiasharaLink and Deal House—to turn African embassies into active hubs for originating and executing cross-border trade and investment deals. The initiative supports the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). The platforms were launched at a high-level reception in Addis Ababa on Wednesday, […]