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 […]

OPINION By OMBOKI MONAYO Journalism has not allowed me the luxury of evading the gritty realities of life, including the frequent occurrences of violence. This particular scene remains etched in my memory: a hotel room in Kisii Town, awash with gruesome bloodstains, the air thick with the chilling silence following a brutal attack. As our […]

By Nyang’au Araka There was laughter, song and dance when Minnesota’s House Representative Elect, Huldah Momanyi Hiltsley arrived in Kenya on Tuesday. Momanyi is in the country for an eight day tour of her motherland before she returns to the United States. The politician got a warm reception when she arrived at the Jomo Kenyatta […]

By Our Reporter Global trade in wood and paper products dropped steeply from record levels in 2021 and 2022, with the paper trade continuing to decline under pressure from digital media. This is according to the latest data released by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO-UN). The report says that the […]

By Nyang’au Araka Huldah Momanyi Hiltsley, House Representative Elect for Minnesota, United States has told KPC that she is elated as she returns to Kenya today, Tuesday 10th. Momanyi and her entourage will be received at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) on Tuesday 10th, at 11:15 am. “My heart is filled with gratitude and […]