By Faith Nyabuto A devastating fire engulfed Kisii Town’s iconic Marikiti Market in the early hours of Sunday morning, leaving behind a trail of destruction and despair. The blaze, which broke out shortly after 2:00 a.m., razed several stalls to the ground, turning the once-bustling commercial hub near the Capital Roundabout into a smoldering wasteland. […]

By KPC Reporter Speaker of the National Assembly Moses Wetang’ula has called for swift action against individuals who orchestrated and participated in recent violent protests, emphasizing the need for accountability and rule of law. Speaking during separate events in Samburu North and Samburu West constituencies, Wetang’ula condemned the destruction witnessed during the demonstrations. He noted […]

By KPC Reporter Ruiru Golf Club was the stage for stellar performances and spirited competition on Saturday as the Kenya Ladies Golf Union (KLGU) Golfer of the Year (GOTY) tournament unfolded with top female golfers from across the country battling it out for top honours. Playing with great composure and precision, Mercy Nyanchama carded a […]

By KPC Sports Reporter Seasoned athlete Mercy Kwambai and Samson Lemayan claimed top honours at the 25th edition of the Lewa Safari Marathon, held Saturday at the breathtaking Lewa Conservancy. Thirty-six-year-old Kwambai, a mother of two, defended her women’s 42km title in commanding fashion, clocking 2:47:17. This marks her second consecutive victory and third appearance […]

By Gainrep First impressions carry weight—especially in the workplace. But what happens when you’re judged not by your résumé or your performance, but by something entirely out of your control? That’s exactly what happened when a hiring manager admitted to rejecting a qualified candidate simply because she was “too attractive.” The confession, posted anonymously on […]

By Courtesy More than 150 young people in Kisii County have graduated from a four-week digital skills training under the Huawei DigiTruck Program. This is a mobile, solar-powered digital classroom initiative that continues to empower underserved communities across Kenya. The training provided participants with vital skills in basic computer use, internet navigation, digital marketing, online […]

By KPC Reporter Journalists, communication officers, media students and scholars convened for a one day training on access to information, fact checking and financial literacy at Kisii University. The event, organized by the Media Council of Kenya (MCK), sought to reinforce ethical journalism, equip media practitioners with emerging newsroom tools, and strengthen the link between […]

By OMBOKI MONAYO As families mourn the tragic loss of young lives caught in the crossfire during the protests on July 25th, there’s a prevailing temptation to dismiss this event as just another unfortunate chapter in our nation’s tumultuous saga. As a newsroom veteran of sorts, I must confess—it’s all too easy to shrug, label […]

By Hyline Ocharo Those who grew up in the ’90s in the Gusii region probably remember Sansora bread not just as food, but as an experience. Sansora, which is Ekegusii word simply means “unwrap” and, unwrapping the bread was such an experience. On a regular morning in Kisii Town, the streets near the iconic Old […]

By KPC Reporter Kisii University on Tuesday convened a high-level conference focused on non-communicable diseases (NCDs). The conference united leading researchers, health professionals, and global partners to confront the rising burden of these often-overlooked conditions, particularly in underserved and remote regions. Speaking on behalf of the Vice Chancellor Nathan Ogoti, Prof Mzee Awour who is […]