Category Archives: Counties
NCBA Injects KES 2 Million into Sunshine Development Tour Ahead of Royal Nairobi Swing
May 07, 2026 at 11:11 AM
By KPC Sports Reporter NCBA has today announced a Ksh 2 million sponsorship of the Sunshine Development Tour – East Africa Swing, backing the upcoming leg set for Royal Nairobi Golf Club from June 7–9, 2026. The announcement, made during a launch event at Royal Nairobi Golf Club, marks a milestone for both NCBA and […]
Network for Media & PR Women Demand Action on Rising Femicide and GBV
May 07, 2026 at 09:49 AM
By Mandere Onyinkwa The Network for Media & PR Women has joined growing public outrage over the surge in femicide and gender-based violence in Kenya. In a statement, the network warned that the country is facing a shocking state of affairs that requires bold and resolute action. The association condemned the brutal killing of eight-year-old […]
Birthday Boost: Patel Targets Pearl Rally Glory in Mbarara
May 07, 2026 at 09:05 AM
By KPC Sports Correspondent Two-time African Rally Champion Karan Patel marks his birthday this week as the Pearl of Africa Uganda Rally gets underway in Mbarara, with the Kenyan ace determined to extend his early lead in the 2026 ARC title race. The Pearl Rally, traditionally held in early May, often coincides with Patel’s birthday, […]
IPOA Probes Fatality in Luanda Township Riots
May 06, 2026 at 05:36 PM
By Ongaga Ongaga The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has launched investigations into the death of one person during violent protests in Luanda Township, Vihiga County recently. The unrest followed a police operation targeting motorcycle-related crime, in which twenty motorcycles were impounded for verification. According to IPOA, the protests escalated after demonstrators barricaded the Kisumu-Busia […]
Why Kenya’s 24-Hour News Culture Owes Much to Ted Turner, Founder of CNN
May 06, 2026 at 05:28 PM
By Nyang’au Araka When Kenyans today scroll through breaking news alerts at midnight or tune into live global coverage from their phones, it’s easy to forget there was a time when news had a closing hour. For Ted Turner, that gap wasn’t just inconvenient—it was an opportunity that would change the world. Turner, the […]
LSK Sounds Alarm Over ‘Crackdown Talk’ as Leaders Defend Youth Protests
May 06, 2026 at 05:14 PM
By Mandere Onyinkwa The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has criticized recent remarks attributed to Suluhu Hassan, warning that any coordinated regional effort to suppress youth-led civic expression would undermine constitutional freedoms and democratic gains across East Africa. In a statement, LSK President Charles Kanjama said such sentiments raise “grave constitutional and rule of law […]
Nike Sprints into Nairobi with Flagship Store as Kipchoge Headlines Grand Opening
May 06, 2026 at 05:06 PM
By KPC Sports Reporter Nike has officially opened its first flagship store in Nairobi, marking a major milestone for the brand’s expansion in Kenya and the wider East African region. The new outlet is designed to deliver more than just shopping—it offers an immersive experience that blends performance innovation, sport culture, and lifestyle, bringing athletes […]
FKF Backs Chapa Dimba Kick-Off, Vows Smooth Play for Season 5
May 06, 2026 at 04:59 PM
By KPC Sports Reporter The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has thrown its weight behind the upcoming Safaricom Chapa Dimba Season 5, moving to calm concerns and reaffirm its commitment to youth football development across the country. In a statement released on Wednesday, the FKF National Executive Committee (NEC) confirmed it is fully supportive of the […]
Nasser Shifts Gears for Measured Comeback at Home Pearl Rally
May 06, 2026 at 04:56 PM
By KPC Sports Correspondent Reigning African Rally Champion Yasin Nasser is taking a cautious route as he seeks redemption at this weekend’s Pearl of Africa Uganda Rally, following a frustrating outing in Kenya. Backed by home support in Mbarara, Nasser is aiming to rebuild momentum in the 2026 African Rally Championship standings, where he currently […]
Virani Braces for Flat-Out Uganda Test in Pearl Rally Debut
May 06, 2026 at 04:51 PM
By KPC Sports Reporter Kenya’s Aakif Virani is recalibrating his approach ahead of his debut at the Pearl of Africa Uganda Rally, after reconnaissance runs revealed a vastly different challenge from the terrain he is used to back home. Speaking from Mbarara, Virani said the rally’s high-speed stages have forced a significant rethink in car […]