Category Archives: Kisii County News
Kenya Ramps Up Climate Alerts as PS Isaboke Backs Early Warning Push
May 21, 2025 at 05:15 PM
By KPC Reporter Various stakeholders convened for the launch of the National Workshop on Early Warnings for All (EW4All) in Nairobi, marking a vital step towards protecting Kenyans from climate-induced disasters. Top government officials who addressed the meeting included Cabinet Secretary (CS) in charge of Environment and Climate Change, Dr Deborah Barasa, and Stephen Isaboke, […]
Why Media Must Bridge the Current Kenya-Tanzania Rift
May 20, 2025 at 08:07 PM
By Nyang’au Araka The unfolding diplomatic tiff between Kenya and Tanzania is not good news to both nations and by extension the East African Community (EAC). The fallout was first triggered by the arrest and deportation of prominent Kenyans including former Chief Justice Willy Mutunga, and politician Martha Karua who is also a vocal lawyer, […]
Collaborative Journalism Can Unlock, Unify East African Community
May 19, 2025 at 08:07 PM
By Nyang’au Araka The East African Community (EAC), is a pulsating yet underexplored region. Comprising of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Somalia, Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Uganda, and Tanzania, the region holds immense potential for shared economic growth, social cohesion, and political unity. Citizens of the eight member states have fairly shared cultures, […]
Shock as 20-Year-Old Allegedly Axes Father to Death
May 19, 2025 at 11:33 AM
By Francis Orina A man, 20, is in trouble with the law after he allegedly killed his father in Nyamira County. Frankline Ouru is currently in the custody of the police, who said that the suspect was set to appear in court today, Monday. Police in Nyamira North said Ouru attacked his father with an […]
CCM Tells Karua to “Fix Home First” After Arrest in Tanzania
May 18, 2025 at 02:02 PM
By Nyang’au Araka Kenyan advocate and politician Martha Karua has been told to keep off Tanzania’s political and judicial affairs, and sort the mess in her country first. Tanzania’s ruling party, Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM)’s vice chaiperson, Stephen Wasira said that Karua, who got arrested and detained at Nyerere International Airport that Kenya has […]
Comedian Mkenya Applaudes Getembe and KPC’s Daniel Ontiri
May 18, 2025 at 11:44 AM
By KPC Reporter Journalist Daniel Ontiri’s unwavering dedication has not only earned him growing admiration from viewers but also caught the attention of an unlikely fan — a popular comedian. Known for braving tough reporting conditions and delivering stories with a signature mix of clarity and composure, Ontiri who works for Getembe TV has become […]
Legal Storm as Karua, Lawyers Detained in Tanzania
May 18, 2025 at 10:59 AM
By Nyang’au Araka Three Kenyan lawyers including Martha Karua have reportedly been arrested and detained in Tanzania, sparking outrage from across the region. Karua, Gloria Kimani, and Lyn Ngugi were arrested and detained at Julius Nyerere International Airport. In a number of posts on X, Karua indicated that their visit to Tanzania had run into […]
Kisii Puts Best Foot Forward for Road Safety
May 18, 2025 at 09:54 AM
By KPC ReporterVarious stakeholders participated during a roadshow to mark this year’s United Nations Global Road Safety Week in Kisii.They included the Kenya Rural Roads Authority (KeRRA), the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA), the County Government of Kisii (CGK) and Red Cross Kenya.The biennial initiative, which was launched in 2007, seeks to raise awareness […]
Parliament’s Justice and Legal Committee Meets as Budget Day Beckons
May 17, 2025 at 12:12 PM
By Janet Nyanchoka The National Assembly’s Departmental Committee on Justice and Legal Affairs (JLAC) is intensively deliberating on the Budget Estimates for the Financial Year 2025/2026. Members of the committee have spent several days in Mombasa, and have, among other things already focused on agencies falling under the Governance, Justice, Law, and Order Sector (GJLOS). […]
Game-Changing Digital Academy Launched at Open University of Kenya
May 17, 2025 at 06:33 AM
By Nyang’au Araka Adoption of virtual learning got a boost on Friday following the launch of the Huawei ICT Academy at the Open University of Kenya (OUK). The Academy is an outcome of a partnership involving Huawei Kenya, Equity Group Foundation and OUK, and, is envisioned to empower thousands of learnes through flexible, self-paced digital […]