Category Archives: Business
Kenyans Urged to Seize Final Days of Voter Registration
Apr 26, 2026 at 10:04 AM
By Ongaga Ongaga Kenyans have a reputation for waiting until the very last minute, and when it comes to voter registration, that habit can be costly. Many rush in the final days, while some end up missing out completely, then call for extension of the time. This is why the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission […]
KWS-Backed Kibiwott Sets New Tree-Planting Record with 23,326 Trees in 24 Hours
Apr 26, 2026 at 09:46 AM
By Mandere Onyinkwa Support from the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) proved pivotal as Green Earth Ambassador Hillary Kibiwott set a new tree-planting record at Kessup Forest in Uasin Gishu County. Backed by KWS through its Iten Station, Kibiwott, 29, planted 23,326 trees within 24 hours—surpassing the previous record of 23,060 and positioning his effort for […]
Linda Mwananchi Stakes Claim to ODM Soul at Raila Graveside Ahead of Kisumu Rally
Apr 26, 2026 at 08:50 AM
By Nyang’au Araka They came carrying flowers—but left carrying a message. At Kango Ka Jaramogi in Bondo, the graveside of Raila turned into a potent political stage, where the Linda Mwananchi faction of ODM sought not just spiritual renewal, but legitimacy in a party now wrestling with itself. Six months after Raila’s burial, the group—fresh […]
EAC Experts Push Reforms to Unlock Cross-Border Trading of Government Securities
Apr 26, 2026 at 08:07 AM
By KPC Reporter Regional experts from East African Community (EAC) Partner States have renewed calls for urgent legal and regulatory reforms to fast-track cross-border trading of government securities. The call followed a high-level meeting in Kigali, Rwanda, which brought together representatives from Ministries of Finance, Central Banks, Capital Markets Authorities, Securities Exchanges, and the EAC […]
Java House Pays Tribute to Celebrated Kenyan Artist Patrick Mukabi After His Death
Apr 25, 2026 at 01:56 PM
By Mandere Onyinkwa Restaurant chain Java House has joined Kenyans in mourning celebrated visual artist Patrick Mukabi, whose iconic paintings have adorned its outlets for years, following his death at the age of 56. Mukabi, fondly known as “Panye” in the art world, died at Kenyatta National Hospital after a long battle with diabetes, according […]
Woman Fighting for Her Life After Electrocution at Kisii Capital Roundabout
Apr 25, 2026 at 01:21 PM
By Hyline Ocharo A woman is fighting for her life at Kisii Teaching and Referral Hospital (KTRH) after she was electrocuted at the busy Kisii Capital roundabout on Saturday. According to eyewitnesses, the woman, believed to be a clothes vendor operating at the junction, was trapped after a power transformer fell on her. The transformer […]
New Sugarcane Price Set at Sh5,500 Per Tonne as Government Moves to Protect Farmers
Apr 25, 2026 at 12:52 PM
By Ongaga Ongaga Sugarcane farmers across Kenya are set to benefit from a new minimum cane price of Sh5,500 per tonne following approval by the Interim Sugarcane Pricing Committee under the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development. In a letter dated April 24, 2026, addressed to sugar millers and signed by Acting Chief Executive Officer […]
Who Is Protecting the Sugar Cartels? Rights Group Demands Answers in Sh1.5 Billion Import Scandal
Apr 25, 2026 at 12:13 PM
By KPC Reporter A sugar import ‘scandal’ has once again reignited concerns over food safety, regulatory failure, and alleged high-level protection of cartels. Now, the National Integrity Alliance (NIA) is warning that the crisis amounts to a violation of Kenyans’ constitutional rights. In a statement released Friday, the coalition said it was “deeply appalled” by […]
Nyamira Reads ‘Political Mischief’ as It Defends Dialysis Services, Plans Expansion
Apr 25, 2026 at 06:10 AM
By KPC Reporter Nyamira County has defended the state of its dialysis services, announcing plans to procure additional machines even as concerns persist over access, costs and capacity. This information was availed in a detailed interview by KPC following our investigative story that identified gaps in the critical unit of healthcare. County Executive Committee (CEC) […]
NPS Reaffirms Constitutional Mandate, Calls for Order in Public Meetings
Apr 24, 2026 at 08:18 PM
By Ongaga Ongaga The National Police Service has reaffirmed its constitutional role in safeguarding peace and security, while reminding citizens to exercise their rights responsibly during public gatherings. In a press release issued from Police Headquarters, the Service underscored its mandate under Article 243 and Article 244(c) of the Constitution, which requires compliance with human […]