Category Archives: Counties
MCK Strengthens School Journalism Clubs to Advance Media Literacy
Mar 25, 2026 at 04:14 PM
The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) is enhancing school journalism clubs as a key platform for promoting Media, Information and Digital Literacy (MIDL) among learners. The initiative equips students with the skills to navigate, analyse and create content in today’s complex digital environment. To streamline previously fragmented efforts, MCK brought together journalism club patrons from […]
Outcry as 100 Acres of Nairobi National Park Forest Face Destruction
Mar 25, 2026 at 04:06 PM
By Nyang’au Araka A conservation storm is brewing over the alleged destruction of 100 acres of upland forest inside Nairobi National Park. An environmental lobby group, Friends of Nairobi National Park (FoNNaP) is now demanding an immediate halt to ongoing works. In a press statement, FoNNaP raised alarm over what it described as “urgent” and […]
Debswana Named Title Sponsor for World Athletics Relays Gaborone 26
Mar 25, 2026 at 08:35 AM
By KPC Sports Reporter Debswana Diamond Company has been announced as the official title sponsor of the World Athletics Relays Gaborone 26. The company has committed P16 million ($1.17 million) towards the event, which will take place on 2-3 May at the National Stadium. The partnership highlights a shared commitment to elevate Botswana’s global sporting […]
Matiang’i Urges Issue-Based Politics, Unveils Jubilee Youth Agenda
Mar 24, 2026 at 07:05 PM
By KPC Reporter Presidential aspirant Fred Matiang’i has called for peaceful and respectful political campaigns, urging leaders to abandon insults. Dr Matiang’i said leaders should focus on issues that matter to citizens ahead of and after the next General Election. Speaking during the launch of the Jubilee Party Nyandarua County headquarters in Olkalou, Matiang’i said […]
National Assembly Moves to Standardise Public Participation Across Institutions
Mar 24, 2026 at 05:25 PM
By Nyang’au Araka The National Assembly’s Justice and Legal Affairs Committee (JLAC) is traversing the country to gather views on the Public Participation Bill, 2025. On Tuesday, the committee held hearings in Nyamira, hosted by West Mugirango MP Stephen Mogaka, alongside his parliamentary colleagues Otiende Amollo and Harold Kimuge. The Bill seeks to give life […]
Governors Clash with Senate Over UHC Funds in Revenue Bill
Mar 24, 2026 at 02:00 PM
By Mandere Onyinkwa Governors have demanded that Universal Health Coverage (UHC) funds be included in the equitable share for the 2026/2027 financial year, rejecting proposals to classify them as conditional grants. Appearing before the Senate Finance Committee chaired by Mandera Senator Captain Ali Roba, Council of Governors chair Ahmed Abdulahi warned that conditional grants often […]
Media Council Rebukes Standard Group Over Sensational ‘Abducted’ Headline
Mar 24, 2026 at 01:52 PM
By KPC Reporter The Media Council of Kenya has rebuked the Standard Group, accusing the media house of trading integrity for sensationalism. The statement, released on 24 March 2026, centres on a recent front-page headline that screamed “ABDUCTED”, alleging that former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju had been kidnapped. The claim was published without verification, and […]
KUPPET Unveils Cleared Candidates for 2026 National Elections
Mar 24, 2026 at 10:22 AM
By Ongaga Ongaga The Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) has formally unveiled the list of candidates cleared to vie in its forthcoming National Elections, set for April 18th, 2026. The announcement, signed by Secretary General Akelo M.T. Misori on March 19th, signals the start of a decisive campaign period for one of […]
Media Council Orders Mandatory 7-Second Delay on Live Broadcasts
Mar 24, 2026 at 10:16 AM
By KPC Reporter The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) has directed all broadcasters to introduce a mandatory seven-second delay on live transmissions as required. This move is aimed at curbing the spread of harmful and unverified content. In an advisory issued Tuesday, the regulator cited a rise in inflammatory statements, misinformation, and manipulated content aired […]
Kenya to Host 2026 FIFA Women’s Series Matches
Mar 24, 2026 at 10:05 AM
By KPC Sports Reporter Kenya has been selected to host the 2026 FIFA Women’s Series, marking the first time the country will stage a global football event under FIFA, Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya has announced. In a statement released Tuesday, Mvurya described the decision as “a historic milestone” and a strong endorsement of Kenya’s […]