Category Archives: Business
Kenyan Senators Deepen Parliamentary Diplomacy in UK Engagements
Apr 09, 2026 at 09:00 PM
By Nyang’au Araka A Kenyan delegation has intensified the country’s parliamentary diplomacy through a series of high-level engagements in the United Kingdom. KPC has learnt that the activities are aimed at strengthening collaboration and amplifying the country’s voice within the Commonwealth. The delegation, drawn from the Senate’s Powers and Privileges Committee, held a strategic meeting […]
EAC Trade Surges as Deficit Narrows Sharply
Apr 09, 2026 at 04:58 PM
By KPC Reporter The East African Community (EAC) recorded robust growth in international merchandise trade in the fourth quarter of 2025, signaling a resilient regional economy driven by strong export performance and expanding intra-African trade. According to the latest EAC Quarterly Statistics Bulletin (October–December 2025), total trade rose to US$42.4 billion, underpinned by growth in […]
NCBA Golf Series Heads to Nanyuki as Muigua Eyes Winston Churchill Three-Peat in Thika
Apr 09, 2026 at 02:11 PM
By KPC Sports Reporter The seventh leg of the 2026 NCBA Golf Series will take place this Saturday at Nanyuki Golf Club, with more than 100 golfers expected to compete in the latest qualifier of the East Africa region series. The event is anticipated to draw a strong field of club golfers looking to secure […]
Here’s The Hidden Science Behind Your Satellite Dish
Apr 09, 2026 at 01:01 PM
By Josiah Kariuki Ever paused to think about how a simple dish mounted outside your home pulls television signals from space and turns them into clear images on your screen? What seems ordinary is, in reality, a remarkable blend of physics, engineering, and precision working quietly in the background. At the heart of the system […]
Women Journalists Urged to Lead Bold Change in Media
Apr 08, 2026 at 07:15 PM
Women in media have been urged to step up advocacy on critical social issues and use their platforms to drive meaningful change. David Omwoyo, CEO of the Media Council of Kenya (MCK), reaffirmed the Council’s commitment to supporting women journalists through continuous professional development. “We will continue supporting Association of Media Women in Kenya’s efforts […]
ODM Condemns Osotsi Attack, Demands Swift Police Action
Apr 08, 2026 at 07:03 PM
By Mercy A The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has called on the National Police Service (NPS) to urgently identify, arrest, and prosecute those behind the attack on Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi in Kisumu. In a statement, ODM Chairperson and Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga strongly condemned the incident, terming it a cowardly and criminal act. […]
Transporters Sound Alarm Over Fuel Supply Disruptions
Apr 08, 2026 at 02:24 PM
By Ongaga Ongaga The Kenya Transporters Association Ltd (KTA) has raised alarm over “a worsening fuel supply crisis across the country.” KTA cited rationing, restricted bulk access, and the withdrawal of credit facilities by oil marketers. In a statement addressed to key energy stakeholders—including the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA), the Ministry of Energy […]
Britam Connect Launches Heshima Farewell Plan to Ease Rising Funeral Costs
Apr 08, 2026 at 12:57 PM
By Hyline Ocharo In a bid to shield Kenyan families from the soaring cost of funerals, Britam Connect has unveiled a new last-expense insurance policy, the Heshima Farewell Plan, in partnership with Montezuma Funeral Home. The product goes beyond traditional cash payouts, offering a comprehensive suite of funeral services designed to ease both the financial […]
Kwale Plants 1,800 Mangroves to Restore Wetlands, Boost Livelihoods
Apr 08, 2026 at 11:32 AM
By Monica Nashon Communities, youth groups, environmental organisations and government officials gathered in Makongeni, Kwale County, to mark World Wetlands Day by planting mangroves to restore coastal ecosystems and support livelihoods. The event saw the planting of 1,800 mangrove seedlings along degraded sections of the coastline, bringing together residents, conservation groups and government agencies in […]
Over 1.4 Million Slots Available as KUCCPS Opens 2026 Applications
Apr 08, 2026 at 10:01 AM
By Mandere Onyinkwa Kenya’s higher education institutions have announced a combined 1,457,407 spaces for the 2026/2027 placement cycle, marking one of the largest opportunities ever for learners seeking university and college education. This is after KPC learnt that the Commission for University Education (CUE) has approved 322,396 capacities for degree programmes, while middle-level colleges will […]