Stories by: Gusii Press
No Cameras in the Booth”: IEBC Warns Voters Ahead of By-Elections
May 14, 2026 at 06:52 AM
By KPC Reporter As Kenyans head to the polls for the May 14th by-elections, the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has issued a stern reminder: do not take photos or record videos inside the polling booth. The commission says the rule is not just about order—it’s about protecting the secrecy and sanctity of the […]
LSK Moves to Supreme Court Over Cybercrime Surveillance Laws
May 14, 2026 at 06:46 AM
By Ongaga Ongaga Law Society of Kenya has moved to the Supreme Court to challenge controversial surveillance provisions contained in the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act, 2018. LSH argues that the laws threaten Kenyans’ constitutional rights to privacy and freedom of expression. According to former LSK President Faith Odhiambo, the petition seeks to scrutinise provisions […]
OPINION: Building Digital Trust: Kenya’s Path in the Age of AI Weaponization
May 14, 2026 at 06:38 AM
By Stephen Isaboke In today’s digital age, we are witnessing a dramatic shift in how information is created, shared and consumed. While technology has placed unprecedented amounts of information at our fingertips, it has also made it increasingly difficult for citizens to distinguish verified truth from sophisticated digital falsehoods. As I stated during the Connected […]
Kenya Airways Resumes Dubai Flights After Two-Month Suspension
May 14, 2026 at 06:30 AM
By KPC Reporter Kenya Airways has announced the resumption of flights between Nairobi and Dubai beginning May 14, 2026. This effectively ends a suspension that had lasted for more than two months following heightened tensions and airspace disruptions in the Middle East. In a customer update issued on Wednesday, the national carrier said it will […]
EAC Unveils 2026 Regional Quality Awards to Boost Trade and Innovation
May 14, 2026 at 06:23 AM
By Mandere Onyinkwa The East African Community has officially launched the 2026 EAC Regional Quality Awards. The initiative is aimed at recognising outstanding enterprises across the region for excellence in quality management, innovation, standards compliance and continuous improvement. The announcement was made during the 28th Meeting of the East African Standards Committee (EASC) held in […]
Kenya Ramps Up AFCON 2027 Security Plans as CAF Workshop Opens
May 13, 2026 at 06:26 PM
By KPC Reporter Kenya is intensifying security preparations ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), with the government affirming that safety remains a central pillar in delivering a successful continental tournament. Principal Secretary for Sports Elijah Mwangi said the government is fully committed to ensuring Kenya hosts a secure and CAF-compliant competition as […]
Athletics Kenya Mourns CAA Boss Kalkaba as Tuwei Hails His Lasting Legacy
May 13, 2026 at 06:18 PM
By KPC Sports Reporter Athletics Kenya (AK) has paid glowing tribute to Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) President Hamad Kalkaba Malboum following news of his death. AK described him as a transformational leader who elevated African athletics on the global stage. In a statement released on Wednesday, AK President Jackson Tuwei said the athletics fraternity […]
Kenya Pushes for Smarter Media Regulation at Pan-African Summit
May 13, 2026 at 06:09 PM
By Josiah Kariuki Kenya has reaffirmed its commitment to building a free, responsible and future-ready media ecosystem as it hosts the Pan-African Media Summit 2026. The summit is bringing together media executives, policymakers, regulators, technology experts and development partners from across the continent to shape conversations on digital governance, information integrity and the future of […]
Equity Group Seals Landmark Deals at Africa‑France Summit
May 13, 2026 at 08:59 AM
By Hyline Ocharo Equity Group Holdings has signed three key partnership agreements to strengthen small businesses, agriculture, trade and climate resilience during the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi. Strategic partnerships took centre stage at the Africa Forward Summit as leaders across finance, trade and infrastructure came together around a shared vision of accelerating enterprise growth, […]
The Red Gold: Kisii Feels the Pinch as Kenya at Large Struggles
May 13, 2026 at 07:45 AM
By Makana Edith Salome The atmosphere at the fresh produce section of Daraja Mbili Market in Kisii Town is no longer what it used to be. Where traders once competed for space to display overflowing crates of bright red tomatoes, many stalls now hold only small quantities. Sellers sit patiently, watching customers stop to ask […]