The ugly side of this life is that a time comes when the head starts to have cobwebs. When that time comes, one starts to forget things. However, the handsome news for you is that I have the memory of an elephant, whatever that means. So I vividly recall that I mentioned here some months […]

By Nyang’au Araka For Gusii region, musician John Ariisi O’Sababu was a household name in the 1980s through the 1990s. It is chronicled that the musician’s death on a Saturday in April, 1996 shook the Gusii community. His compact cassettes flew off the shelves and producers had rough time as they sought to satiate the […]

By Shem Onderi A wildflower thrives on its own, independent, No need for watering—the roots draw from the swamps, Adapting as it grows. Out there in the wild, unattended, A plant survives, untouched by human hands, Focused solely on survival. A wildflower, growing where no rules exist, Struggles amidst thorns and towering trees. Anyone can […]

As Kisii Press Club/ Gusii Scribes Welfare members, we had our Annual General Meeting (AGM) at Nyamira Heights Suites, Nyamira County. Here are some pictures from the event.

By Jamie Malanowski In 1882, in a townhouse at 136 East 36th Street in New York City, Edward Hibberd Johnson had an idea that would make him the unsung set decorator of a zillion holiday snapshots. Fronted by a luxurious mustache, this loyal lieutenant to Thomas Edison was the embodiment of his era: part engineer, […]

By KPC Barbara Kimenye (1929-2012), East Africa’s best-selling children’s author of all time, would be 95 years old today. Kimenye’s Moses series that centre on the times of mischievous schoolboys, Moses Kibaya (alias Holy Moses) and Sebastian Mulutu (King Kong), at the fictional Mukiibi’s Educational Institute for the Sons of African Gentlemen are somewhat a […]

By KPC Reporter As the festive season gathers steam, focus is shifting to media content that befits the moment. One of the major pastimes for this season can be Christian and Christmas movies. These can be likened to warm blankets for the soul, weaving together stories of hope, faith, love, and salvation. They often transport […]

By Nyang’au Araka Minnesota House Representative Elect, Huldah Momanyi Hiltsley had a red carpet welcome in Kisii where she addressed female professionals on Sunday night. About 200 attendees paid keen attention as Momanyi walked them through her journey to victory in last month’s election, where she became the first immigrant to be elected to the […]

By Nyang’au Araka and Courtesy Muthaiga Golf Club’s lady vice-captain, Beatrice Soy bagged the inaugural Dr. Peter Ndegwa and Friends Golf tournament on Saturday. Held at the Muthaiga Gold Club, the event brought together Safaricom’s partners, other corporates and business leaders. It served as arena of networking, golf, and appreciation in celebration of Safaricom’s 24 […]

By Janet Nyanchoka As the sun peeked over the shimmering Indian Ocean, I boarded a shuttle from Mombasa, eager to head back to “bara” after a refreshing visit to the coast. I did not know that this journey would turn into an unforgettable lesson on humanity and the courage to stand up for what is […]