Category Archives: Counties
East Africa moves to fix mobile roaming gaps under One Network Area initiative
Feb 13, 2026 at 07:41 AM
By KPC Reporter Efforts are underway to strengthen mobile roaming across East Africa as regional stakeholders confront persistent policy, market and operational gaps undermining the full benefits of the One Network Area (ONA) Initiative. Launched to make mobile roaming simple and affordable, ONA allows travelers within the region to use their phones as if they […]
Kenya launches digital platforms to turn African embassies into trade deal hubs
Feb 13, 2026 at 07:28 AM
By KPC Reporter Kenya has launched two interconnected digital trade platforms—BiasharaLink and Deal House—to turn African embassies into active hubs for originating and executing cross-border trade and investment deals. The initiative supports the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). The platforms were launched at a high-level reception in Addis Ababa on Wednesday, […]
Man Breaches Security at Ruto’s Wajir Event, IG Orders Probe
Feb 12, 2026 at 09:17 PM
By Ongaga Ongaga A brief security scare disrupted President William Ruto’s youth empowerment event in Wajir on Thursday. The incident occurred during the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) programme at Wajir Stadium, where a unidentified man ran toward the podium as the President addressed the crowd. Security officers swiftly restrained him, preventing any harm. […]
MCK and Strathmore University Explore New Frontiers in Media Training
Feb 12, 2026 at 05:19 PM
Story Courtesy of MCK Efforts to enhance media education and align academic training with professional standards have gained momentum following a strategic engagement between the Media Council of Kenya (MCK) and Strathmore University. The initiative aims to strengthen media training and foster institutional collaboration. The two institutions are exploring ways to improve the training of […]
Education Ministry Flags Inflated Enrolment as School Data Audit Uncovers Major Discrepancies
Feb 12, 2026 at 05:05 PM
By KPC Reporter The Ministry of Education has uncovered widespread enrolment discrepancies in public schools following a nationwide data verification exercise. The findings raise concerns over the accuracy of enrolment figures used to allocate billions of shillings in government capitation. In a statement released on Thursday, Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos Ogamba announced the findings […]
President Ruto Oversees NYOTA Grants for Youth in Mandera and Wajir
Feb 12, 2026 at 04:51 PM
By KPC Reporter More than 5,000 youth from all 60 wards in Mandera and Wajir counties received Ksh 126 million in NYOTA start-up grants, presided over by President Ruto. In the first phase of the programme, each beneficiary is receiving Ksh 25,000. Of this amount, Ksh 22,000 is credited directly to the beneficiary’s Pochi la […]
Njoki Eyes Improved Sirikwa Classic Finish After Eldoret Cross Country Win
Feb 12, 2026 at 01:46 PM
By KPC Sports Reporter A fortnight after winning the Discovery Cross Country in Eldoret, Maryam Lufti Njoki returns to the Sirikwa Classic on February 14 seeking a stronger finish. The race will be held at Lobo Village in Kapseret, Uasin Gishu County, where Njoki hopes to build on her recent form as she prepares for […]
Ulisi Clinches Betika/SJAK Coach of the Month After Historic Africa Cup Triumph
Feb 12, 2026 at 01:37 PM
By KPC Sports Correspondent Lakers Women’s Hockey Club head coach Amena Sheldon Ulisi has been named the Betika/SJAK Coach of the Month for January 2026. This follows her side’s historic triumph at the Africa Cup for Club Champions in Harare, Zimbabwe. Ulisi guided the Kisumu-based outfit to their maiden continental title after a dramatic final […]
Magical Kenya Hosts Welcome Dinner Ahead of HSBC World Sevens Series Division 2 in Nairobi
Feb 12, 2026 at 01:17 PM
By KPC Reporter The Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) hosted a welcome dinner for teams and officials participating in the HSBC World Sevens Series Division 2 tournament, officially setting the tone for the global rugby event scheduled to take place in Nairobi this weekend. Held at the Carnivore Restaurant, the event brought together visiting teams, World […]
Four Senators implicated in alleged harassment of Governors During Oversight Hearings
Feb 11, 2026 at 05:48 PM
By Ongaga Ongaga The Council of Governors (CoG) has accused four senators of presiding over or participating in alleged intimidation, harassment and extortion of governors during appearances before the Senate County Public Accounts Committee (CPAC). In a formal resolution circulated on Tuesday, the CoG listed Senators Moses Kajwang, Edwin Sifuna, Samson Cherargei and Johnes Mwaruma […]