Category Archives: Counties
EAC Leadership Changes Hands as Mbundi Takes Over as Secretary General
Apr 28, 2026 at 08:39 AM
By KPC Reporter The East African Community (EAC) has formally ushered in new leadership following a handover ceremony held at its headquarters in Arusha. The event marked the transition from outgoing Secretary General Veronica Nduva to incoming Secretary General Stephen P. Mbundi, in a ceremony attended by EAC organs, institutions, development partners and key stakeholders. […]
Residents Rally Behind Okeng’o Bid for Nyaribari Chache Seat
Apr 28, 2026 at 08:22 AM
By Rosemary Mong’ina A section of residents in Nyaribari Chache have declared support for Okeng’o Nyambane’s 2027 parliamentary bid, days after elders from the Botondo clan formally endorsed his candidature. The endorsement, issued during a well-attended Abatondo elders’ gathering, appears to have energized grassroots mobilization, with locals increasingly backing Okeng’o’s leadership push. The elders cited […]
Nyong’o Defends Winam Port Revival as Cargo Volumes Rise on Lake Victoria Route
Apr 28, 2026 at 08:12 AM
By KPC Reporter Kisumu Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o has defended the revival of Winam Port, saying increased cargo movement and regional trade links now demonstrate the value of long-term planning. In a statement, Nyong’o said early skepticism over the project had been overtaken by tangible gains, noting that vessels MV Uhuru I and MV Uhuru II […]
Murkomen Visits Kenyan Police in Haiti as MSS Mission Drawdown Nears Completion
Apr 28, 2026 at 08:02 AM
By Ongaga Ongaga Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has commended Kenyan police officers serving in Haiti under the Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission as the country begins winding down its deployment. Murkomen, accompanied by Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja, visited the remaining contingent on April 27, 2026, in Haiti, where they met officers involved […]
Isaboke Warns of Rising AI Weaponisation Threats at Connected Africa Summit
Apr 28, 2026 at 07:44 AM
By Isaiah Kariuki Principal Secretary for Broadcasting and Telecommunications, Stephen Isaboke, has warned that the growing weaponisation of artificial intelligence poses a serious threat to democratic stability and public trust across Africa. Speaking at the Connected Africa Summit 2026, Isaboke said AI is already reshaping economies, governance, and information systems, placing African countries at a […]
2 Kenyans Among 14 Killed as Plane Crashes Near Juba
Apr 27, 2026 at 06:01 PM
By KPC Reporter Fourteen people died Monday morning when a CityLink Aviation aircraft crashed in the Luri area, about 20km southwest of Juba, authorities confirmed. The South Sudan Civil Aviation Authority (SSCAA) said the Cessna 208 Caravan, registration 5Y-NOK, was traveling from Yei to Juba International Airport when it went down. There were no survivors. […]
Swedish–Kenyan Partnership Lights Up Malaba Border with KSh 52 Million Solar Project
Apr 27, 2026 at 03:26 PM
By KPC Reporter The Government of Sweden, in partnership with TradeMark Africa, has launched a KSh 52 million solar lighting project at the Malaba One Stop Border Post. The move is aimed at improving cross-border trade efficiency and strengthening sustainable infrastructure along the Northern Corridor. The project is expected to enhance operational reliability at one […]
African Editors’ Forum Demands Immediate Release of Journalist Zied El Heni
Apr 27, 2026 at 03:19 PM
By Ongaga Ongaga The African Editors’ Forum (TAEF) has condemned the arrest and detention of veteran Tunisian journalist Zied El Heni, calling for his immediate release. According to reports, the Public Prosecutor’s Office at the Court of First Instance in Tunis authorized the Cybercrime Brigade in El Aouina to place El Heni in custody on […]
Clive Gisairo and the Rise of Wearable Political Messaging
Apr 27, 2026 at 03:08 PM
By Nyang’au Araka Kitutu Masaba lawmaker Clive Gisairo is no stranger to the demands of public life, but beyond the meetings, rallies, and engagements, he has carved out a unique space for expression — his T-shirts. When he emerges, Gisairo’s statement is already pressed, ironed, and worn across his chest — a plain white T-shirt […]
State Agencies Urged to Strengthen Media Relations for Public Trust
Apr 27, 2026 at 02:30 PM
By KPC Reporter The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) has called on government agencies to strengthen media relations and adopt structured communication strategies to enhance credibility and public trust. Speaking during a senior management training for the Public Service Superannuation Fund (PSSF), MCK Director for Media Training and Development Victor Bwire underscored the importance of […]