Category Archives: Counties
Kisii Moves to Embrace Alternative Justice Systems with New Action Plan
Jul 04, 2025 at 12:44 PM
By Chris Koroba Kisii County is taking bold steps toward reshaping its justice landscape by developing a localized County Action Plan on Alternative Justice Systems (AJS). This is a people-centered framework designed to make justice more accessible, culturally relevant, and community-driven. Also, the AJS taps into traditional dispute resolution mechanisms that have existed for generations, […]
It’s Slogans Time as Political Catchphrases Take Center Stage Again
Jul 04, 2025 at 09:21 AM
By Robert Nyasato In Kenya, political slogans are more than catchy phrases—they’re cultural currency. From independence to modern-day campaigns, slogans have shaped political identities, galvanized support, and defined eras. Whether it was “Harambee” under Jomo Kenyatta, “Nyayo” with Daniel arap Moi, or “Yote Yawezekana Bila Moi” during Mwai Kibaki’s opposition wave, each slogan carried weight […]
Kabogo, Isaboke Defend New Media Code as Kenya Recalibrates Digital Ethics
Jul 03, 2025 at 06:57 PM
By KPC Reporter The ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy on Thursday defended the newly proposed Code of Conduct for Media Practice 2025 before the Committee on Delegated Legislation. Cabinet Secretary (CS) William Kabogo Gitau, and Principal Secretary Stephen Isaboke appeared before the committee, chaired by Samuel Chepkong’a, MP for Ainabkoi. The committee […]
Blogger Reemerges after Disappearance, Sparks Debate on Security and Free Speech
Jul 03, 2025 at 02:56 PM
By Dories Kwamboka Blogger and computer scientist Ndiang’ui Kinyagia has resurfaced after several days of uncertainty, appearing before the Milimani Law Courts on Thursday morning under heightened public and judicial scrutiny. Kinyagia, known for his outspoken criticism of government policy, vanished shortly after posting a protest strategy linked to the recent anti-finance bill demonstrations held […]
KSh 60 Million Payout Sparks Hope for Human–Wildlife Conflict Victims in Kilifi
Jul 02, 2025 at 08:10 PM
By KPC Reporter More than KSh 60 million in compensation has been disbursed to communities in Kilifi County for losses suffered from human–wildlife conflicts. The funds cover claims dating back to 2014 through October 2020, specifically addressing human fatalities. The government pledged to resolve all outstanding compensation claims, reaffirming its duty under the Wildlife Conservation […]
How a Bungoma Farmer “Resurrected” Her Soil and Hope
Jul 02, 2025 at 02:01 PM
By Nyang’au Araka and FAO When Agnes Barasa walks through her backyard garden today, she does so with the quiet confidence of someone who has beaten the odds. She gently tucks in mulch around vibrant kale, tomatoes, and beans. Just a few years ago, this fertile patch was nothing but dry, cracked earth. “I’m a […]
Elephants Top Human–Wildlife Clashes as Compensation Begins in Kilifi
Jul 02, 2025 at 07:07 AM
By KPC Reporter The Government has launched a major initiative in Kilifi County aimed at compensating victims of human–wildlife conflict. This is seen as a significant step toward restoring trust between communities and conservation authorities. The Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife, in partnership with the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS), began issuing compensation cheques today. Kilifi […]
A sick Friend’s Gift and Eric Ayuka’s Ksh10 Million Hospital Bill
Jul 01, 2025 at 06:24 PM
By Nyang’au Araka Some gestures pierce through our cluttered lives with such quiet dignity, they leave you wordless. A few weeks ago, I shared an urgent appeal on my WhatsApp status about my friend Eric Ong’uti Ayuka, whose hospital bill had soared past Ksh.6 million following a life-saving kidney transplant. Many reacted, a few responded […]
A sick Friend’s Gift and Eric Ayuka’s Ksh10 Million Hospital Bill
Jul 01, 2025 at 06:12 PM
By Nyang’au Araka Some gestures pierce through our cluttered lives with such quiet dignity, they leave you wordless. A few weeks ago, I shared an urgent appeal on my WhatsApp status about my friend Eric Ong’utiAyuka, whose hospital bill had soared past Ksh.6 million following a life-saving kidney transplant. Many reacted, a few responded but […]
FAO Unveils Shock-Driven Crisis Facility to Break Hunger Cycle
Jul 01, 2025 at 05:06 PM
By KPC Reporter The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has launched the Financing for Shock-Driven Food Crisis (FSFC) Facility, to anticipate and mitigate food emergencies before they escalate. The announcement was made on the sidelines of the 44th Session of the FAO Ministerial Conference. FAO Director-General QU Dongyu emphasized the need […]