Category Archives: Business
EAC Adopts New Contribution Formula as Museveni Takes Over Chair From Ruto
Mar 08, 2026 at 09:14 AM
By KPC Reporter Leaders of the East African Community (EAC) have adopted a raft of measures aimed at promoting equity and fairness within the regional bloc. The recommendations were deliberated and agreed upon during the 25th Ordinary Summit of EAC Heads of State held in Arusha, Tanzania, on Saturday. Announcing the changes, William Ruto, who […]
Grassroots Women Hailed as Kenya’s Unsung Economic Champions
Mar 08, 2026 at 08:42 AM
By Nyang’au Araka In countless households across Kenya, the unsung heroes are women at the grassroots, popularly categorized by as mama mbogas (vegetable vendors) particularly during political conversations. They are those who rise before dawn to stock their stalls, the women farmers who toil under the sun to feed families, and the mechanics and matatu […]
Council Applauds Nation Media Group’s AI Framework for Responsible Journalism
Mar 08, 2026 at 08:22 AM
By Nyang’au Araka The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) has welcomed the launch of Nation Media Group’s (NMG) Framework for the Use of Artificial Intelligence. MCK described the news as a milestone for the country’s media industry. In a press statement issued on Sundaythe Council praised NMG for embedding ethical principles such as accountability, fairness, […]
Karaya, Safari Triumph in Limuru Gravel Series Opener
Mar 07, 2026 at 05:13 PM
By KPC Sports Reporter Kenneth Karaya and Dinnah Safari claimed emphatic victories in the elite 100-kilometre races as the 2026 LOOP Safari Gravel Series launched its third season at the iconic Limuru Country Club. The opener delivered a thrilling showcase of endurance, grit, and community spirit, setting the tone for East Africa’s premier gravel cycling […]
Migori River Bridge Closed as Governor Ayacko Warns of Safety Risk Amid Heavy Rains
Mar 07, 2026 at 02:39 PM
By Monica Nashon Heavy rains pounding Migori have forced the temporary closure of the Migori River Bridge after engineers raised alarm over its structural integrity. The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) announced the move following consultations with county and national officials, citing rising water levels and damage that could endanger lives. Governor Ochilo Ayacko […]
Women Chart Africa’s Future in Nairobi
Mar 07, 2026 at 02:21 PM
By Mandere Onyinkwa Nairobi will be the stage this Sunday for LeadHERship Africa, a high-level women’s dialogue and dinner marking International Women’s Day. The event, hosted by Global Peace Ambassador H.E. Dr. Prudence Mocumi, seeks to confront the barriers that continue to hold women back while celebrating the progress already achieved and envisioning a future […]
Court of Appeal Upholds Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act, Strikes Out Two Sections
Mar 07, 2026 at 01:57 PM
By Ongaga Ongaga The Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act is largely constitutional, the Court of Appeal of Kenya has ruled, dismissing most claims challenging the law. In a judgment delivered by Justices Patrick Kiage, Aggrey Muchelule and Weldon Korir, the appellate court rejected arguments that the law violated constitutional rights. The judges dismissed claims of […]
Death: The Unanswered Riddle — Lessons from the Kegati Tragedy
Mar 07, 2026 at 01:48 PM
By Hyline Ocharo On Friday morning, Gilbert Mogoko and Nelson Makori woke up like they always did, ready to face another ordinary day of work in Kisii. Mogoko, a 40-year-old boda boda rider, prepared his motorcycle for the day’s hustle. For him, the motorbike was more than a machine; it was his livelihood, the tool […]
Floods Cut Off Roads as Rivers Burst Banks, Lives Lost in Nairobi
Mar 07, 2026 at 01:11 PM
By Nyang’au Araka Heavy rains pounding several parts of Kenya have caused rivers to burst their banks, cutting off major roads and leaving a trail of destruction. This is even as lives were reported lost in parts of Nairobi following flash floods on Friday evening and through the night. Authorities say the torrential rains have […]
Floods Cause Deaths, Power Blackout in Nairobi as Leaders Blame Planning Failures
Mar 07, 2026 at 12:51 PM
By KPC Reporter Anger and frustration swept through parts of Nairobi on Friday night after heavy rains triggered flooding that knocked out electricity in several neighborhoods, leaving homes, businesses, and institutions in darkness. This is even as aid workers pulled bodies from floodwaters across Nairobi on Saturday after overnight flash floods killed at least 10 […]