By KPC Reporter Kenya is intensifying security preparations ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), with the government affirming that safety remains a central pillar in delivering a successful continental tournament. Principal Secretary for Sports Elijah Mwangi said the government is fully committed to ensuring Kenya hosts a secure and CAF-compliant competition as […]

By Josiah Kariuki Kenya has reaffirmed its commitment to building a free, responsible and future-ready media ecosystem as it hosts the Pan-African Media Summit 2026. The summit is bringing together media executives, policymakers, regulators, technology experts and development partners from across the continent to shape conversations on digital governance, information integrity and the future of […]

By Hyline Ocharo Equity Group Holdings has signed three key partnership agreements to strengthen small businesses, agriculture, trade and climate resilience during the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi. Strategic partnerships took centre stage at the Africa Forward Summit as leaders across finance, trade and infrastructure came together around a shared vision of accelerating enterprise growth, […]

By Makana Edith Salome The atmosphere at the fresh produce section of Daraja Mbili Market in Kisii Town is no longer what it used to be. Where traders once competed for space to display overflowing crates of bright red tomatoes, many stalls now hold only small quantities. Sellers sit patiently, watching customers stop to ask […]

Text and Photography By Monica Nashon Nyanturago Wetland in Kisii County, once a vast and thriving water catchment ecosystem, is now at the centre of growing environmental concerns, land conflicts, and questions over the effectiveness of government-led restoration programmes. Recent environmental reports and testimonies from local residents paint the picture of a fragile wetland slowly […]

By KPC Sports Correspondent Pearl of Africa Uganda Rally 2026 delivered high drama as Asas Team Ace driver Randeep Singh announced himself on the continental stage with a sensational third-place overall finish and victory in the National Rally Championship (NRC) category. Driving the #111 Ford Fiesta Proto alongside Ugandan co-driver Enock Leroy Olinga, Randeep emerged […]

By Josiah Kariuki State Department of Broadcasting and Telecommunications Principal Secretary Stephen Motari Isaboke on Tuesday joined regional and international leaders at the official opening of the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi. The Summit is being held at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), underscoring Kenya’s growing influence in continental diplomacy, innovation, and economic transformation. […]

By Mandere Onyinkwa The Jubilee Party of Kenya has officially announced its candidate for the upcoming Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election. The party will rally behind Eng. Wilson Kigwa. In a statement dated May 12, 2026, the party emphasized its unity and readiness, noting that the nomination process had been completed after thorough internal consultations. “The […]

By Ongaga Ongaga The cleric was murdered on the night of Sunday, May 3, 2026, in what detectives now believe was the work of a long‑profiled criminal gang. The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has announced major progress in the probe into the killing of Reverend Julius Ndumia Ngari of PCEA Tabuga Church, Nakuru North […]

By Nyang’au Araka Amnesty International Kenya has raised concern over what it describes as an increasing pattern of harassment, obstruction and physical attacks against journalists covering political and public events across the country. In a statement released on Tuesday, the human rights organisation said several incidents reported between February and May 2026 point to a […]