Category Archives: Counties
CCM Tells Karua to “Fix Home First” After Arrest in Tanzania
May 18, 2025 at 02:02 PM
By Nyang’au Araka Kenyan advocate and politician Martha Karua has been told to keep off Tanzania’s political and judicial affairs, and sort the mess in her country first. Tanzania’s ruling party, Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM)’s vice chaiperson, Stephen Wasira said that Karua, who got arrested and detained at Nyerere International Airport that Kenya has […]
Comedian Mkenya Applaudes Getembe and KPC’s Daniel Ontiri
May 18, 2025 at 11:44 AM
By KPC Reporter Journalist Daniel Ontiri’s unwavering dedication has not only earned him growing admiration from viewers but also caught the attention of an unlikely fan — a popular comedian. Known for braving tough reporting conditions and delivering stories with a signature mix of clarity and composure, Ontiri who works for Getembe TV has become […]
Legal Storm as Karua, Lawyers Detained in Tanzania
May 18, 2025 at 10:59 AM
By Nyang’au Araka Three Kenyan lawyers including Martha Karua have reportedly been arrested and detained in Tanzania, sparking outrage from across the region. Karua, Gloria Kimani, and Lyn Ngugi were arrested and detained at Julius Nyerere International Airport. In a number of posts on X, Karua indicated that their visit to Tanzania had run into […]
Kisii Puts Best Foot Forward for Road Safety
May 18, 2025 at 09:54 AM
By KPC ReporterVarious stakeholders participated during a roadshow to mark this year’s United Nations Global Road Safety Week in Kisii.They included the Kenya Rural Roads Authority (KeRRA), the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA), the County Government of Kisii (CGK) and Red Cross Kenya.The biennial initiative, which was launched in 2007, seeks to raise awareness […]
Parliament’s Justice and Legal Committee Meets as Budget Day Beckons
May 17, 2025 at 12:12 PM
By Janet Nyanchoka The National Assembly’s Departmental Committee on Justice and Legal Affairs (JLAC) is intensively deliberating on the Budget Estimates for the Financial Year 2025/2026. Members of the committee have spent several days in Mombasa, and have, among other things already focused on agencies falling under the Governance, Justice, Law, and Order Sector (GJLOS). […]
Game-Changing Digital Academy Launched at Open University of Kenya
May 17, 2025 at 06:33 AM
By Nyang’au Araka Adoption of virtual learning got a boost on Friday following the launch of the Huawei ICT Academy at the Open University of Kenya (OUK). The Academy is an outcome of a partnership involving Huawei Kenya, Equity Group Foundation and OUK, and, is envisioned to empower thousands of learnes through flexible, self-paced digital […]
JUST IN: Kisii Press Club’s Josephine Karani Clinches Lifetime Award at AJEA 2025
May 16, 2025 at 07:10 PM
By KPC Reporter The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) has honoured veteran broadcast journalist and member of Kisii Press Club (KPC), Josephine Karani with the Lifetime Award. Karani bagged the award Friday evening in Nairobi during the Annual Journalism Excellence Awards (AJEA), 2025 edition. “This is surely a memorable evening for me, and I thank […]
Revised Media Code Aims To Achieve Ethical Reforms for Kenya
May 15, 2025 at 03:48 PM
By Nyang’au Araka Kenya now has a revised Code of Conduct for Media Practice. The launch of the document the Media Council of Kenya (MCK) is a pivotal step to strengthen ethical standards in the nation’s evolving media landscape. Cabinet Secretary for Information, Communications and the Digital Economy, William Kabogo, unveiled the document at the […]
Kenya to launch decade-long plan to save world’s rarest tortoise
May 15, 2025 at 03:29 PM
By Nyang’au Araka A ten-year plan to save the world’s rarest tortoise, the Pancake Tortoise (Malacochersus tornieri), whose population is under severe threat in its last remaining strongholds will be launched on Friday. The National Recovery and Conservation Action Plan (2025-2035) will be launched in Chiakariga, Tharaka-Nithi County, to also mark the World Endangered Species […]
Red Tape Choking Businesses, Official Warns
May 14, 2025 at 02:55 PM
By Dennis Kirwa The Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) President, Dr Erick Rutto, has called for urgent reforms to make the country more business-friendly. Dr. Rutto is particularly focused on removing barriers that hinder entrepreneurship and stifle innovation. During an interview on Spice FM, he warned that the current regulatory and tax […]