Category Archives: Counties
Royal Classic Draws Elite Regional Golf Field
Jun 04, 2026 at 11:38 AM
By KPC Sports reporter The second leg of the 2026 Sunshine Development Tour – East Africa Swing, the NCBA Royal Classic, tees off on Sunday at the historic Royal Nairobi Golf Club with one of the strongest fields assembled on the circuit this season. The three-day tournament, running from June 7 to 9, has attracted […]
Kenya Power Begins Transition to E-Mobility Tariff
Jun 04, 2026 at 11:20 AM
By Mandere Onyinkwa Kenya Power has launched a nationwide exercise to meter all electric vehicle charging customers under its dedicated E-mobility tariff. The initiative aims to streamline billing and provide discounted electricity rates of KShs.16 per unit during peak hours and KShs.8 per unit off-peak, while improving visibility of energy demand in the fast-growing electric […]
Mogaka Backs Budget, Cites Major Development Gains for Nyamira
Jun 04, 2026 at 11:09 AM
By Janet Nyamwamu West Mugirango MP Stephen Mogaka has endorsed the 2026/27 budget estimates, describing them as a transformative roadmap that will accelerate development in Nyamira County and spur economic growth across the country. Speaking in Parliament during debate on the Budget and Appropriations Committee Report, Mogaka said the proposed allocations prioritize key sectors that […]
EAC Tightens Border Screening, Forms Regional Ebola Taskforce
Jun 04, 2026 at 07:33 AM
By Ongaga Ongaga The East African Community (EAC) has agreed to harmonize Ebola screening and surveillance measures at airports, seaports and land border crossings across the region as member states move to contain the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda. The decision was reached during the 8th Extraordinary Meeting […]
Alliance High School Calls Parents Meeting After Dormitory Fire Incident
Jun 04, 2026 at 06:50 AM
By KPC Reporter Alliance High School has convened an emergency parents’ meeting after a fire incident affected a section of one of its dormitories, amid heightened national concern over student safety in boarding schools. In a communication to parents dated June 4, 2026, the school said a small section of mattresses in one of its […]
Kisii Central Targets Crime and School Safety
Jun 04, 2026 at 06:33 AM
By Stephen Maranga Kisii Central Deputy County Commissioner (DCC) Gladys Nyongesa has called for enhanced security measures in schools, improved road discipline, and greater collaboration among local administrators to strengthen safety and development in the sub-county. Speaking recently during Madaraka Day celebrations held at Nyanguru Primary School and hosted by Keumbu-Kiogoro Assistant County Commissioner Grace […]
Gunners Swap the Pitch for the Fairway as Arsenal Fans Stage Golf Extravaganza in Ruiru
Jun 03, 2026 at 02:48 PM
By KPC Reporter Arsenal supporters in Kenya are set to paint Ruiru Sports Club red and white this week as they gather for a two-day golf tournament to celebrate the English Premier League champions’ long-awaited league title triumph. The event, organized by Arsenal supporters, is expected to attract more than 450 golfers over two days, […]
Nyambura Triumphs at Ruiru Golf Showdown
Jun 03, 2026 at 02:08 PM
By KPC Sports Reporter Judy Nyambura delivered a masterclass performance to emerge the overall winner of the Chairman’s Prize Golf Tournament at Ruiru Sports Club, beating a field of more than 300 golfers in a fiercely contested event. Playing off handicap 14, Nyambura carded an impressive 43 points to clinch the coveted title during a […]
EACC Arrests Nyamira County Assembly Clerk Over Ksh 30 Million Tender Irregularities
Jun 03, 2026 at 01:58 PM
By Monica Nashon The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested Nyamira County Assembly Clerk Duke Simeon Onyari over alleged procurement irregularities in the construction of the Nyamira County Assembly office block. The commission alleges that the irregularities resulted in a loss of more than Ksh 30 million in public funds. Speaking after the arrest, […]
Government Withdraws Kenya Power Tariff Review Application, Current Electricity Charges to Remain
Jun 03, 2026 at 12:55 PM
By Mandere Onyinkwa The government has withdrawn Kenya Power’s application for a review of retail electricity tariffs, effectively halting a process that could have led to changes in power charges. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi said the decision followed consultations within government and engagement with key stakeholders […]