By KPC Reporter A new study has revealed that many Members of County Assemblies (MCAs) in Kenya are reluctant to use Kiswahili during official proceedings. This is despite constitutional recognition of the language, due to negative perceptions, fear of ridicule, and linguistic insecurity. The research, titled “Use of Kiswahili Language in Kenyan Legislature and its […]

By KPC Correspondent Kenya is mourning the passing of Catherine Nyamato, a pioneering gender rights activist, civic educator, and former nominated Member of Parliament for West Mugirango. Known affectionately as Ekerebi (headscarf) by her constituents, Nyamato leaves behind a legacy of fearless advocacy and transformative leadership. She got nominated by former President Daniel Moi during […]

By KPC Reporter in Arusha David Omwoyo of the Media Council of Kenya (MCK) has been catapulted into global and regional media leadership. Omwoyo, who is serving as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at MCK was elected President of World Press Association of Press Councils at the Pan African Media Councils Summit in Arusha, Tanzania. […]

By Obaigwa Alex The Auditor General Nancy Gathungu has exposed staggering misuse of taxpayers’ money within Kenya’s Ministry of Education. A special audit for the 2024-2025 financial year unveiled that billions of shillings were channeled into non-existent schools, funds that were meant for legitimate education programs. Out of 33 schools sampled, 14 phantom institutions received […]

By KPC Reporter in Arusha David Omwoyo, Chief Executive Officer of the Media Council of Kenya (MCK), has been elected as the new Chairperson of the East African Press Councils (EAPC). The announcement was made during the second Pan-African Media Councils Summit going on in Arusha, where delegates from across the region have convened to […]

By KPC Reporter As Artificial Intelligence (AI) reshapes global communication, African media systems are confronting a new existential threat: the weaponization of misinformation. This came to the fore during the 2nd edition of the African Media Councils Summit, held in Arusha, Tanzania. The host country’s Vice President Dr Philip Mpango sounded the alarm, warning that […]

By KPC Reporter in Arusha Tanzania’s former presidents Mwalimu Nyerere and Hassan Mwinyi were today honoured at the Pan-African Media Councils Summit in Arusha, in recognition of their foundational roles in shaping the country’s media landscape and championing press freedom across Africa. The awards, presented to the duo posthumously during the Media Council of Tanzania’s […]

By Chipanga Daniel “Not today,”My dancing master always said,In the twilight of his years—Still believing he had more time to live. He rose with his walking stick,Hoping to command nature’s pace,A smile creasing his wrinkled faceAs memories of better days flickered behind his eyes. When the sun dipped low,He’d step out to admire God’s brushwork,Knowing […]

By Faith Nyabuto Members of Parliament have voiced strong criticism against what they describe as reckless political rhetoric, urging national leaders to surround themselves with competent and principled advisors. Speaking on Monday, lawmakers emphasized the need for political leaders to utilize institutional frameworks to address the country’s pressing challenges—while safeguarding the lives and property of […]

By KPC Reporter The Postal Corporation of Kenya (PCK) has announced a comprehensive digital transformation strategy aimed at reviving the entity, enhancing service delivery, and securing the livelihoods of its workforce. The strategy was unveiled during a high-level meeting held Tuesday and chaired by the Principal Secretary for Broadcasting and Telecommunications, Stephen Isaboke. The PCK […]