Category Archives: National
Tributes pour in as Catherine Nyamato’s burial plans get underway
Jul 24, 2025 at 07:03 AM
By Janet Nyamwamu Catherine Moraa Nyamato, a trailblazing leader and former Member of Parliament, will be laid to rest on August 8 at her home in Nyansiongo, Nyamira County. Nyamato died at home on July 16. The body was moved to Nairobi for preservation as burial arrangements commensed. A major fundraising event in her honour […]
Maraga Campaign Launches Fundraising Platform, Promises Transparency
Jul 23, 2025 at 05:51 PM
By Ongaga Ongaga Former Chief Justice David Maraga’s 2027 presidential campaign has unveiled a people-driven fundraising platform, marking a pivotal step in his bid to transform Kenya’s political culture. In a statement released by the campaign secretariat, Maraga expressed gratitude to thousands of volunteers and contributors who have rallied behind the movement. He emphasized a […]
Ruto Dismisses Resignation Calls, Challenges Opposition to Present Alternatives
Jul 23, 2025 at 05:23 PM
By Dories Kwamboka President William Ruto has pushed back against mounting calls for his resignation, accusing opposition leaders of lacking a clear and actionable plan for the country. Speaking in Nairobi, the Head of State said he would not be swayed by chants or political pressure, insisting that he was elected to serve and intends […]
Karua Condemns Terror Charges against Gen Z Protesters, Urges Judicial Accountability
Jul 23, 2025 at 04:46 PM
By Faith Nyabuto People’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua has strongly criticized the government’s use of terrorism-related charges against youth arrested during the recent Sabasaba demonstrations. Karua described the move as a dangerous abuse of power and a threat to civil liberties. Speaking in Nairobi, Karua urged Kenyans not to surrender to oppression but […]
CS Wandayi Commits to Expanding Affordable Power Access Across Kenya
Jul 23, 2025 at 11:53 AM
By Faith Nyabuto Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring affordable and sustainable electricity access for all Kenyans. Wandayi admitted that power as a critical driver of national development. Speaking on Kenya Television Network (KTN), Wandayi addressed the pressing issue of high electricity costs and outlined key ministry […]
PS Isaboke Commends Postal Corporation of Kenya for Strategic Turnaround Plan
Jul 23, 2025 at 07:32 AM
By Michelle Dibo The Postal Corporation of Kenya (PCK) has been commended for its strategic plan to transform into a key player in e-commerce logistics, digital financial services and modern communication. Principal Secretary for Broadcasting and Telecommunications, Stephen Isaboke, committed to support for the Corporation’s efforts to recover and modernise. He spoke during a […]
Journalist Dorothy Kweyu’s Son Released from Saudi Death Row
Jul 23, 2025 at 06:03 AM
By Janet Nyamwamu Steve Munyakho, who spent over 13 years on death row in Saudi Arabia, is finally free, and a smile has been restored on his mother Dorothy Kweyu’s face. His release is an outcome of a relentless campaign led by the veteran journalist, and a coalition of diplomatic and religious allies. Foreign Affairs […]
Duale Unveils Sweeping Reforms to Nursing Internship Programme
Jul 23, 2025 at 05:46 AM
By Ongaga Ongaga Health Cabinet Secretary Duale Adan has announced sweeping reforms to Kenya’s nursing internship programme, following serious irregularities in the 2025/2026 placement cycle. The announcement came during a consultative meeting with universities offering Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) programmes, where the CS outlined a series of interventions aimed at restoring transparency, fairness, […]
KCSE Certificates: A Victory for Equity or a Blow to Responsibility?
Jul 23, 2025 at 05:29 AM
By KPC Reporter When Clement Nyangacha, Principal of Kebirigo High School, shared a personal story on Facebook, it struck a chord far beyond the school gates. His post touched on the Ministry of Education’s sweeping directive: no secondary school in Kenya shall withhold KCSE certificates from students over unpaid fees. The directive enforces Section 10(1)(b) […]
LSK and DAP-K Condemn Use of Anti-Terror Laws on Protesters
Jul 22, 2025 at 08:12 PM
By Dories Kwamboka The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) and the Democratic Action Party-Kenya (DAP-K) have condemned the government’s use of anti-terrorism laws to prosecute peaceful demonstrators. The two entities said the move was a dangerous erosion of civil liberties. The criticism comes amid ongoing nationwide protests led by youth and civil society groups demanding […]