By KPC Reporter It is emerging that nonmember(s) of Parliament cannot oust Speaker Moses Wetang’ula. Already, KPC has learnt that the National Assembly leadership recently dismissed an attempt by the Grassroot Oversight Initiative to initiate a motion against Wetang’ula, citing procedural limitations under parliamentary rules. In a letter dated February 7, 2025, Clerk of the […]

By Kurian Musa The African Union (AU) Ordinary General Assembly on February 15, 2025, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, marked a pivotal moment in African diplomacy and Kenyan politics. Kenya’s former Prime Minister (PM), Raila Odinga lost his bid for the African Union Commission (AUC) Chair to Djibouti’s Youssef in the seventh round of voting. The […]

By Nyakang’o O’Nyamota Raila Odinga’s bid for the African Union Commission (AUC) chairmanship was met with considerable challenges, reflecting a complex interplay of geopolitical, regional, and internal factors. While Odinga enjoys significant political stature, several key reasons contributed to his rejection, highlighting the intricate dynamics of African leadership selection. To start with, Africa’s leadership has […]

By Isaac Dan Bw’Onyancha The election of Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Djibouti’s Foreign Minister, as the new Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC) has reignited debate surrounding the Anglophone-Francophone divide within the organization. Youssouf’s victory, especially over strong contenders such as Kenya’s Raila Odinga, a leading Anglophone figure, highlights the continued dominance of Francophone nations […]

By Kurian Musa The African Union Commission (AUC) leadership transition happening this weekend has attracted huge continental attention never seen in recent times. In particular, all eyes are on Raila Odinga, the seasoned Kenyan opposition leader and former Prime Minister. Odinga has declared his interest to be the next Chairperson of the Commission. With his […]

By Nyang’au Araka It is evening and the immensity of Lake Victoria stretches continuously, its calm waters glistening with the reflections of strewn clouds that float sluggishly above. Fishermen in wooden boats move smoothly by, their silhouettes framed by the weakening sunlight, while distant hills rise around the shore. The air is filled with the […]

By KPC REPORTER Human rights activists are advocating for stronger laws and policies to tame incidences of Gender Based Violence in Kisii County. The stakeholders who attended a two-day GBV workshop in Kisii Town also want the development of survivor-centered services, and better coordination between government and community organizations. Lilian Gor, who is a nominated […]

By KPC Reporter Technology continues to make things easier for mankind, particularly in terms of communication. Gone are the days sending written messages and delivering them manually was a fad. Today, electronic messages are delivered and responded to with so much ease. For example, Short Message Service (SMS) continues to be popular as it works […]

By KPC Reporter Four people got themselves in trouble after they were arrested for issuing masters and doctorate degrees in a Mombasa hotel. The four include two Kenyans and were arrested in a sting operation targeting a phoney university that had been temporarily accomodated at a high end hospitality joint. According to the Directorate of […]

By Janet Nyanchoka Senator Richard Onyonka of Kisii has raised concerns over the planned dissolution of the Pyrethrum Processing Company of Kenya (PPCK). Onyonka’s alarm in the Senate sparked debate regarding the fate of the company’s extensive assets and the livelihoods of pyrethrum farmers and employees. Onyonka sought a statement from the Standing Committee on […]