Category Archives: National
The Iroko Moment: Sifuna Storms the Arena as Political Titans Scramble
Feb 24, 2026 at 04:15 AM
By Isaac Dan Onyancha A political tremor is shaking the establishment. Across towns and trading centres, in lecture halls and online spaces, a restless citizenry is finding a new rallying point. The economic squeeze and governance disquiet linked to the United Democratic Alliance administration under President William Ruto have generated more than murmurs. Inflation bites […]
LSK, Amnesty Hail Rescue of Tanzanian Rights Defender, Demand Full Probe
Feb 23, 2026 at 03:50 PM
By Mandere Onyinkwa The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) and Amnesty International (AI) Kenya have praised security agencies for the swift rescue of Tanzanian human rights defender Mshabaha Mshabaha Hamza. The two organisations also welcomed the arrest of three suspects linked to what they described as a violent, premeditated abduction and attempted forceful rendition to […]
Magical Kenya Open Boosts Tourism Drive as Players Experience Nairobi National Park
Feb 23, 2026 at 03:36 PM
By KPC Sports Reporter Action at the just-concluded Magical Kenya Open extended well beyond the fairways, as Kenya leveraged the global tournament to showcase its broader tourism appeal to the international golf community. In a strategic push to market the country’s diverse attractions, the Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) hosted DP World Tour players and officials […]
Bandari Youth, Ukunda Vision Starlets Shine as Betika BingwaFest Coast Edition Ends in Kwale
Feb 23, 2026 at 03:13 PM
By KPC Sports Corrresponent Defending champions Bandari Youth reaffirmed their dominance at the Betika BingwaFest Coast edition after a 3–0 victory over SS Assad in the men’s football final played at Kwale Stadium. After a balanced opening spell, Bandari Youth broke the deadlock in the 35th minute when Don Otieno calmly converted from the penalty […]
KBL Reaffirms Sports Investment as 2026 Magical Kenya Open Ends
Feb 23, 2026 at 02:58 PM
By KPC Sports Reporter Kenya Breweries Limited (KBL) has reaffirmed its long-term commitment to sports development, underscoring its focus on elevating the global profile of Kenyan sporting events while enhancing the overall fan experience. Speaking at Karen Country Club during the just-concluded Magical Kenya Open, KBL Managing Director Andrew Kilonzo said the company’s involvement in […]
JLAC Embarks on Marathon Budget Hearings as Justice Sector Agencies Line Up for Scrutiny
Feb 23, 2026 at 06:47 AM
By Janet Nyamwamu The Justice and Legal Affairs Committee (JLAC) begins intensive budget hearings this week under the 2026 Budget Policy Statement schedule. The demanding round of sittings follows the release of the official timetable for processing the 2026 Budget Policy Statement, marking one of the committee’s busiest oversight periods this session. The hearings will […]
Wetang’ula Rallies Western MPs to Secure Budget Funds for Key Projects
Feb 22, 2026 at 05:49 PM
By Speaker’s Press Unit (SPU) National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has urged Members of Parliament from Western Kenya to fully leverage the ongoing budget-making process to secure funding for development projects initiated by President William Ruto. Speaking at Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Bulimbo, Matungu Constituency, Kakamega County, the Speaker emphasised that the success and […]
Flood Alert as Heavy Rains Expected in 22 Counties
Feb 21, 2026 at 06:57 PM
By Nyang’au Araka The Kenya Meteorological Department has issued a heavy rainfall advisory warning of intensified downpours across several parts of the country. The rains will be experienced between Saturday afternoon and Tuesday evening, raising the risk of flooding in both urban and rural areas. In the advisory, the department said rainfall currently being experienced […]
Double Golden Feat for Okumu, Gichovi at University Play-offs in Nakuru
Feb 21, 2026 at 06:00 PM
By KPC Sports Correspondent Jesse Okumu and Hadassah Gichovi stole the spotlight after winning five gold medals each at the Kenya Universities Sports Federation play-offs in Nakuru. The three-day championships, held from Thursday to Saturday at Kabarak University, brought together top universities competing in indoor and outdoor events. The teams battled for qualification to the […]
SJAK Lose 3-4 to Royal Media Services in Hotly Contested Inter-Media Friendly
Feb 21, 2026 at 05:15 PM
By KPC Sports Reporter The Sports Journalists Association of Kenya (SJAK) suffered a narrow 4-3 defeat to Royal Media Services (RMS) in their second match of the season, played at the University of Nairobi’s Kabete campus on Saturday morning. SJAK, led by player-coach Gregory Mulemi and veteran broadcaster Fred Arocho, had opened their 2026 campaign […]