Text and Photography By Monica Nashon Nyanturago Wetland in Kisii County, once a vast and thriving water catchment ecosystem, is now at the centre of growing environmental concerns, land conflicts, and questions over the effectiveness of government-led restoration programmes. Recent environmental reports and testimonies from local residents paint the picture of a fragile wetland slowly […]

By KPC Sports Correspondent Pearl of Africa Uganda Rally 2026 delivered high drama as Asas Team Ace driver Randeep Singh announced himself on the continental stage with a sensational third-place overall finish and victory in the National Rally Championship (NRC) category. Driving the #111 Ford Fiesta Proto alongside Ugandan co-driver Enock Leroy Olinga, Randeep emerged […]

By Josiah Kariuki State Department of Broadcasting and Telecommunications Principal Secretary Stephen Motari Isaboke on Tuesday joined regional and international leaders at the official opening of the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi. The Summit is being held at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), underscoring Kenya’s growing influence in continental diplomacy, innovation, and economic transformation. […]

By Mandere Onyinkwa The Jubilee Party of Kenya has officially announced its candidate for the upcoming Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election. The party will rally behind Eng. Wilson Kigwa. In a statement dated May 12, 2026, the party emphasized its unity and readiness, noting that the nomination process had been completed after thorough internal consultations. “The […]

By Ongaga Ongaga The cleric was murdered on the night of Sunday, May 3, 2026, in what detectives now believe was the work of a long‑profiled criminal gang. The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has announced major progress in the probe into the killing of Reverend Julius Ndumia Ngari of PCEA Tabuga Church, Nakuru North […]

By Nyang’au Araka Amnesty International Kenya has raised concern over what it describes as an increasing pattern of harassment, obstruction and physical attacks against journalists covering political and public events across the country. In a statement released on Tuesday, the human rights organisation said several incidents reported between February and May 2026 point to a […]

By Rosemary Mongina What began as a promise made during an emotional funeral in Birongo Ward, Nyaribari Chache, has turned into a renewed source of hope for a grieving family in Kisii County. A week after the burial of Justine Nyang’au, his family continues to express gratitude after parliamentary aspirant Okeng’o Nyambane fulfilled his pledge […]

By KPC Reporter Residents of Syokimau and surrounding areas have been urged to remain vigilant after a hyena was reportedly spotted along Mwananchi Road off Eastport Drive on Sunday evening. In a public notice issued by Kenya Wildlife Service, the agency said response operations are already underway following reports of the animal’s movement within the […]

By Mandere Onyinkwa The Social Health Authority (SHA) has unveiled major enhancements to health benefit packages. The move follows President Willia Samoei Ruto’s directive during the 2025 State of the Nation Address and resolutions from the 12th Ordinary Session of the National and County Governments Coordinating Summit. Published under Legal Notice No. 78 of 2026, […]

By KPC Reporter East African Community finance ministers and senior economic officials have convened in Arusha, Tanzania, for high-level talks aimed at strengthening regional fiscal coordination, trade policy harmonisation and preparations for the East African Monetary Union. The 18th Meeting of the Sectoral Council on Finance and Economic Affairs (SCFEA) and the 21st EAC Pre-Budget […]