Category Archives: Business
Nyamira Demands Lasting Guard for Development Funds
May 09, 2025 at 08:01 AM
By Janet Nyanchoka Nyamira residents want the National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NG-CDF), the National Government Affirmative Action Fund (NGAAF), and the Senate Oversight Fund (SOF) safeguarded in perpetuity. The residents spoke during a public participation drive on the Constitution of Kenya (Amendment) Bill No. 4 of 2025 recently. West Mugirango MP, Stephen Mogaka and […]
Matiang’i bid has rattled Kenya Kwanza, lawyer Danstan Omari says
Apr 30, 2025 at 01:19 PM
By Dennis Kirwa City advocate Danstan Omari says the Kenya Kwanza government and sympathisers have panicked due to the looming entry of Dr Fred Matiang’i in the presidential race. Omari said that the impressive track record of the former Cabinet Secretary (CS) is a good starting point as he trains his eyes on the presidency […]
How the Internet Is Stirring a Youthquake in Kenya
Apr 30, 2025 at 12:51 PM
By Dennis Kirwa The internet is fast empowering Kenya’s youth with access to information and expression but also exposing them to political manipulation, character attacks, and lifestyle pressures. Last year, a proposed Finance Bill sparked widespread protests led by tech-savvy Gen Z activists. Utilizing social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter), TikTok, Whatsapp and Instagram, […]
Gambling Advertisements Suspended After National Outcry
Apr 29, 2025 at 10:39 AM
By Nyang’au Araka The Betting Control and Licensing Board (BCLB) has suspended all gambling advertisements and testimonials across all media platforms for a period of thirty (30) days. The gambling activities affected include betting, gaming, lottery prize competitions, and all related promotional undertakings. “This directive applies to all licensed gambling operators and covers all forms […]
Journalist Edward Carey Kwach’s Voice Falls Silent
Apr 29, 2025 at 09:34 AM
By KPC Reporter Radio journalist, Edward Carey Kwach has died. He was 44. Kwach, whose latest work outlet was Spice FM, which is owned by the Standard Media Group, died on Monday night. “It is with profound sadness that we announce the untimely passing of our beloved son and brother, Carey, that occurred last night […]
Jalang’o finds self in trouble after witchery ‘joke’
Apr 28, 2025 at 02:18 PM
By Janet Nyanchoka Langata legislator, Phelix Odiwour, popularly known as Jalang’o found himself in trouble Sunday through Monday after he claimed that he had seen witches in Kisii. Apart from backlash on social media spearheaded by political leaders and residents of Gusii region, lawyers Danstan Omari and Sam Nyaberi threatened to sue the legislator, even […]
Isaboke Team To Leverage On Technology, Deliver Its Obligations
Apr 25, 2025 at 06:50 PM
By KPC Reporter State Department for Broadcasting and Telecommunications (SDBT) Principal Secretary, Stephen Isaboke has said his docket will explore innovative approaches to achieve its obligations. Isaboke said the Ministry will majorly leverage on technology to serve Kenyans. He spoke on Friday at a meeting with directors and departmental heads at the Ministry headquarters. The […]
POETIC TURN: Neighbour, shut up!
Apr 25, 2025 at 07:46 AM
By Shem Onderi Neighbor, in joy and quarrel, in laughter and grief,We have endured together — shared abundance and emptiness. You’ve heard my visitors gossip about others you know well.Not once, but often, we’ve borrowed cooking oil, lamp gas,A tin here, a spoon there — small things that filled big gaps. Our families have taken […]
Onyonka welcomes return of math in senior schools
Apr 24, 2025 at 12:18 PM
By Janet Nyanchoka Senator for Kisii, Richard Onyonka has welcomed the return of math as a senior school subject under the Competence Based Curriculum (CBC). The significant policy reversal was announced by Cabinet Secretary (CS) in charge of education, Julius Migos on Thursday. While making the U-turn, Migos said that learners will take math at […]