Category Archives: Kisii County News
Kenya dominates East Africa Karate Championship with 47 medals haul
May 31, 2026 at 04:14 PM
By KPC Sports Reporter Kenya has topped the medal standings at the UFAK Region East Cadets, Juniors and Seniors Karate Championship held in Nairobi, collecting an impressive 47 medals to finish well ahead of regional rivals. The host nation amassed 16 gold, 22 silver and nine bronze medals to emerge overall champions, while Ethiopia finished […]
Murkomen pushes for CCTV control rooms in schools after chilling Utumishi fire footage
May 31, 2026 at 04:09 PM
By Nyang’au Araka Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has called for the installation of comprehensive CCTV surveillance systems and central monitoring control rooms in schools across the country. Murkomen made the call following the deadly fire tragedy at Utumishi Girls Academy that claimed the lives of several students. Speaking during a thanksgiving ceremony at Kipsigis […]
MPs Praise Kisii Registration Services but Raise Alarm Over 12,700 Uncollected IDs
May 30, 2026 at 06:36 PM
By Monica Zabibu and Mandere Onyinkwa Members of Parliament have praised the efficiency of registration services in Kisii County but expressed concern over a growing backlog of 12,774 uncollected national identity cards. National Assembly Committee on Administration and Internal Security of registration and civil documentation also raised concern over persistent vetting requirements for applicants from […]
Ngati’s Double Gold Sparks Kenya’s Dominance at East Africa Karate Championships
May 30, 2026 at 05:59 PM
By KPC Sports Reporter The Nyayo National Stadium Indoor Arena erupted with excitement on Saturday as Kenya’s karate stars delivered a commanding performance at the Union of African Karate Federations (UFAK) Region East Karate Championships in Nairobi, with David Ngati emerging as the standout athlete after clinching two gold medals. Ngati dazzled the home crowd […]
A Tribute to Apostle Dr. Joe Kayo: The Illustrious Son of Embonga
May 30, 2026 at 09:24 AM
By Dan Isaac Bw’Onyancha From the quiet hills of Embonga Village in Keera Location, Bogichora Ward, Nyamira County, emerged a man whose life became a powerful testimony of resilience, faith, and divine purpose. Apostle Dr. Joe Kayo’s journey from a humble village boy to one of Africa’s most influential Pentecostal preachers remains a source of […]
Senior Counsel Bar Boycotts Judiciary Meeting, Calls for CJ’s Exit
May 29, 2026 at 08:38 PM
By KPC Reporter A simmering standoff between the Judiciary and the Senior Counsel Bar (SCB) erupted into open confrontation on Friday after senior lawyers boycotted a consultative meeting convened by Chief Justice Martha Koome. They accused her of sidelining critical agenda items and shielding the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) from accountability. The meeting, scheduled at […]
Government Expands Digital Connectivity Through Jitume Hubs, Says PS Isaboke
May 29, 2026 at 08:22 PM
By Monica Nashon The government has extended digital cable infrastructure coverage to about 46 per cent of the country as part of ongoing efforts to enhance access to technology and digital opportunities for young people. Speaking during the prize-giving ceremony at Borangi Secondary School, Principal Secretary for Broadcasting and Telecommunications, Stephen Isaboke, said the government […]
MCK Welcomes Journalists into Politics, Sets Safeguards for Integrity Ahead of 2027 Polls
May 29, 2026 at 08:14 PM
By KPC Reporter The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) has announced that journalists, editors, and media practitioners are free to contest elective positions in the 2027 General Election, while unveiling strict measures to protect the credibility of the media industry. In a press statement issued on Friday, the Council said national leadership thrives on diverse […]
Pressure Mounts Over Utumishi Girls Academy Fire
May 29, 2026 at 08:03 PM
By KPC Reporter The nation is reeling after a devastating fire at Utumishi Girls Academy in Gilgil, Nakuru County, claimed the lives of sixteen students and left dozens injured. The Ministry of Education confirmed the tragedy in a press statement issued on Friday, May 29, 2026, describing the incident as “a heartbreaking act of arson” […]
Borangi SDA Senior School Celebrates KCSE Success as PS Isaboke Pledges Digital Learning Support
May 29, 2026 at 07:53 PM
By Josiah Kariuki Principal Secretary for Broadcasting and Telecommunications, Stephen Motari Isaboke, has hailed the academic achievements of Borangi SDA Senior School in Kisii County. He described the institution as a model of resilience, discipline and educational excellence. Speaking during celebrations to mark the school’s 2025 KCSE performance in Nyacheki Goroba Zone, Nyamache Sub-County, Isaboke […]