Category Archives: Business
Hundreds of Cyclists Set for 2026 LOOP Safari Gravel Series Opener in Limuru
Mar 05, 2026 at 04:52 PM
By KPC Sports Reporter The 2026 edition of the LOOP Safari Gravel Series will roll off this Saturday, March 7, at Limuru Country Club. A record 822 cyclists have registered for the season-opening race. The popular gravel cycling series returns with a four-leg calendar that will once again take riders across some of Kenya’s most […]
Kenya Airways Appoints Four New Board Members to Steer Growth
Mar 05, 2026 at 01:34 PM
By KPC Reporter Kenya Airways has announced a significant reshaping of its leadership, appointing four distinguished figures to its Board of Directors. The appointments, made under the Capital Markets (Securities) Regulations 2023, signal a renewed drive for strategic growth and governance at the national carrier. At the helm is Mr. Kiprono Kittony, who assumes the […]
Boda Boda Riders in Kisii Introduce New ‘Rules’ on Reflector Advertising
Mar 05, 2026 at 01:07 PM
By Hyline Ocharo From early morning, the roar of motorcycles fills the air across Kisii town. At busy stages in places like Daraja Mbili and along the streets leading to Nyanchwa and Nyatieko, dozens of boda boda riders line up in reflective jackets, waiting for passengers. Some jackets carry the names of politicians, businesses, […]
Isaboke Represents Kenya at Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona
Mar 05, 2026 at 11:20 AM
By KPC Reporter Principal Secretary for Broadcasting and Telecommunications Stephen Isaboke is representing Kenya at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2026 in Barcelona. The global event has brought together leaders and technology innovators to explore the future of digital ecosystems, including Agentic Artificial Intelligence and 6G-ready infrastructure. During the engagements, the PS toured technology exhibitions […]
KeNHA Issues Road Safety Alert as Heavy Rains Disrupt Travel
Mar 05, 2026 at 09:50 AM
By Ongaga Ongaga The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has asked motorists and pedestrians to exercise extreme caution on the roads following persistent heavy rains across the country. In a notice dated 4th March 2026, KeNHA highlighted increased risks of flooding, reduced visibility, and slippery road conditions, noting that the situation has already begun to […]
Kenya Records Seasonal Rise in Influenza Cases, Health Ministry Issues Advisory
Mar 05, 2026 at 09:39 AM
By Mandere Onyinkwa The Ministry of Health has confirmed an increase in influenza cases across several regions of Kenya, consistent with the country’s seasonal flu patterns. In a public advisory released on Thursday, Director General of Health Dr. Patrick Amoth noted that surveillance data shows higher-than-average respiratory illness activity, though most cases remain mild to […]
Mogaka Backs Railway Levy Bill, Says It Will Boost Gusii Economy
Mar 05, 2026 at 08:38 AM
By Janet Nyamwamu West Mugirango member of Parliament (MP) Stephen Mogaka has backed the proposed Miscellaneous Fees and Levies (Amendment) Bill (Kenya). Mogaka said the planned railway levy will expand rail infrastructure and unlock economic opportunities in the Gusii region and across the country. Speaking during debate in the National Assembly, Mogaka supported the Bill […]
Senator Onyonka Seeks Probe Into Reported Deaths of Three Kenyans in Ukraine War
Mar 05, 2026 at 07:55 AM
By Janet Nyamwamu Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka has petitioned the Senate to investigate reports that three Kenyans may have died in the ongoing Russia–Ukraine War. Raising the matter in the Senate, Onyonka asked the Standing Committee on National Security, Defence and Foreign Relations to provide a comprehensive statement on the circumstances surrounding matter. In particular, […]
Pollution Crisis Threatens Nyakomisaro River, Raising Food Safety Fears at Daraja Mbili Market
Mar 05, 2026 at 07:44 AM
By Hyline Ocharo Growing pollution in the Nyakomisaro River in Kisii town is raising alarm among residents and environmental observers, amid fears the contamination could pose serious public health risks. The concern is particularly acute for traders and consumers at the busy Daraja Mbili Market, where some vendors are reported to use the river water […]
Jhanda Unveils New Classrooms and Sh80 Million Bursary for Students
Mar 04, 2026 at 04:35 PM
By Monica Nashon Eight new modern classrooms have been officially inaugurated at Kiamabundu Primary School in Nyaribari Chache Constituency, aimed at easing congestion and improving the learning environment. Speaking during the ceremony, Member of Parliament Zaheer Jhanda said the project was funded through the National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NG-CDF) and was purely focused on […]