Category Archives: Counties
Government Launches Nationwide Youth Grassroots Forums
Oct 05, 2025 at 03:06 PM
By KPC Reporter President William Ruto has directed Principal Secretaries to spearhead nationwide grassroots leaders’ sensitization forums under the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) project. The forums will be launched simultaneously in all 47 counties beginning Monday, October 6, 2025, with sessions chaired by Principal Secretaries. The NYOTA project is part of the government’s […]
IDLERS’ CORNER: The Handsome Game That Turns The Nyagenkeans Bitter Fans
Oct 05, 2025 at 04:38 AM
By the Idler-in-Chief If you think the Nyagenkeans are just ordinary villagers, you clearly have never seen them on a Saturday night at the Nyagenke Extra Time Bar. These are not mere fans; these are self-declared billionaires, club owners, managers, coaches, and FIFA presidents—at least until the final whistle blows. They troop in wearing jerseys […]
How ‘Echumbi ya Gusii’ Blends Food, Tears and Laughter into Stardom
Oct 04, 2025 at 06:07 PM
By Nyang’au Araka To some people, content creation is a side hustle while to others it is a full-blown career. Standing out in the crowded world of TikTok and Facebook takes talent, consistency, and sometimes…real tears. This is illustrated best by Daniel Ondieki, the man behind the Facebook page Echumbi ya Gusii (the Salt of […]
ESCAPE OF THE WEEK: Nyamira Heights Suites Turns Small Town Into Big Destination
Oct 03, 2025 at 01:45 PM
By Nyang’au Araka For years, Nyamira town has carried the tag of being a sleepy, indistinct settlement. Many saw it as a place where you couldn’t quite tell where it started or ended. Its shopping culture was famously “linear,” confined to shops hugging the main road. But that is changing fast, and nowhere is the […]
MPs push for state takeover of Kiambu’s failing health sector
Oct 03, 2025 at 04:38 AM
By KPC Reporter Six MPs from Kiambu County has called for the immediate takeover of the devolved health function by the national government, accusing Governor Kimani Wamatangi of arrogance, intimidation, and a catastrophic failure of leadership. In what they termed as “the only realistic, life-saving path forward” the lawmakers are demanding that the national government […]
Thousands to Cycle for Change as Jubilee Live Free Race Returns to Nairobi
Oct 02, 2025 at 04:38 PM
By KPC Reporter Nairobi is set to host East Africa’s largest cycling event this Sunday, October 5, 2025, as the 5th edition of the Jubilee Live Free Race rolls out from Nyayo Stadium. More than 3,500 cyclists from over 20 countries will participate in the high-energy competition, which has grown into a signature event blending […]
Police Recruitment Postponed Following Court Order, Senate Raises Concerns Over Transparency
Oct 02, 2025 at 04:15 PM
By Mandere Onyinkwa The National Police Service (NPS) has postponed its nationwide recruitment exercise, originally scheduled to begin on October 3, 2025, following a court order issued by the Employment and Labour Relations Court. The announcement was made through an official statement from the Office of the Inspector General, citing Petition No. E196 of 2025 […]
Julius Kirwa Named Coach of Month After Budapest Success
Oct 02, 2025 at 01:37 PM
By KPC Reporter Julius Kirwa has been named the Betika/SJAK Coach of the Month of September. The recognition crowns his exceptional leadership during the 2023 World Athletics Championships held in Budapest, Hungary. As Head Coach of Team Kenya, Kirwa steered the national squad to a remarkable fifth-place global finish, securing a total of 11 medals—three […]
Soap replaces motorcycle as UPA shows the power of party symbols
Oct 02, 2025 at 12:33 PM
By Nyang’au Araka Political parties, like people, go through seasons. They are born with big dreams, walk through rough terrain, gather scars, and, when the moment demands, reinvent themselves. It therefore goes without saying that a political party is not just a vehicle for power but also a living story, constantly rewritten in the eyes […]
Senate Intensifies Calls for Reform in Tea Bonus System and Internships
Oct 01, 2025 at 01:57 PM
By Janet Nyamwamu Kenya’s Senate has stepped up pressure for reforms in the tea bonus payment system and internship placements. Sveral lawmakers voiced concern over systemic inequities that continue to disadvantage farmers and young people. Senator Richard Onyonka of Kisii decried persistent failures in agricultural management and youth opportunities. He urged Parliament to confront inequalities […]