By KPC Mandere Onyinkwa A court has convicted a foreign national in a high-profile ant smuggling case, marking what authorities say is a significant step in tackling the illegal trade in lesser-known wildlife species. In a statement, the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) confirmed that Zhang Kquuen, a Chinese national, was found guilty in connection with […]

By KPC Sports Reporter World Athletics has refused transfer requests from 11 athletes worldwide, including five Kenyans. The Kenyans affected are Brigid Kosgei, Ronald Kwemoi, Catherine Relin, Brian Kibor, and Jepkemboi Nelvin. They were joined by Jamaican stars Rajindra Campbell, Jaydon Hibbert, Wayne Pinnock, and Rojé Stona, Nigerian sprinter Favour Ofili, and Russian athlete Sophia […]

By Nyang’au Araka Doctors under the Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) have re-elected Secretary General Davji Atellah, handing him a renewed mandate to lead the union through to 2031. In a statement following the elections, Dr Atellah described the outcome as “a collective triumph for our union,” thanking members for their participation […]

By Nyang’au Araka Nairobi will host the inaugural Pan-African Media Summit from May 13–14, 2026. The event will bring together editors, journalists, scholars, and media stakeholders from more than 20 African countries to deliberate on the future of journalism on the continent. Leaders representing four media organizations behind the Summit signed the statement, with David […]

By Monica Nashon The government has stepped up efforts to equip young people with modern agricultural skills under the Skills Initiative for Africa (SIFA) programme. Speaking at Kisii National Polytechnic, Principal Secretary in the State Department for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), Dr. Esther Muoria, urged the adoption of innovative and technology-driven farming […]

By Mandere Onyinkwa The Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) has raised concern over rising fuel prices and global supply chain disruptions, warning that the pressures are set to significantly reduce tea farmers’ earnings this year. Speaking in Naivasha, KTDA National Chairman Enos Njeru said the surge in fuel costs is already straining the sector and […]

By Ongaga Ongaga A women-led movement backing President William Ruto’s re-election bid has been launched in Nairobi under the banner “Two-Term Brigade.” The group, which brings together young mothers from Nairobi’s 85 wards, aims to popularise the President’s development agenda across the city while highlighting achievements made by the Kenya Kwanza administration. Speaking after a […]

By Nyang’au Araka Embu County is reeling after demonstrations in Ishiara, Mbeere North, turned tragic on Tuesday, leaving two young men dead and several others injured. The protests, sparked by public concerns over service delivery at Ishiara Level 4 Hospital, escalated into confrontation with police, culminating in the fatal shootings. Governor Cecily Mbarire condemned the […]

By Mandere Onyinkwa President William Ruto has concluded a four-day development tour of Kisii and Nyamira counties, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to delivering on its promises while dismissing opposition criticism. The President said his government remains focused on its development agenda and will not be distracted by what he termed as divisive and abusive politics. […]

By KPC Reporter Cabinet Secretary for Health Aden Duale has urged Kenya’s medical fraternity to move “beyond resilience” and embrace smart, connected, and inclusive health systems. This, he said, is timely as the country undertakes sweeping healthcare reforms under the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA). Speaking at the 53rd Annual Scientific Conference of the Kenya […]