Category Archives: National
How a Bungoma Farmer “Resurrected” Her Soil and Hope
Jul 02, 2025 at 02:01 PM
By Nyang’au Araka and FAO When Agnes Barasa walks through her backyard garden today, she does so with the quiet confidence of someone who has beaten the odds. She gently tucks in mulch around vibrant kale, tomatoes, and beans. Just a few years ago, this fertile patch was nothing but dry, cracked earth. “I’m a […]
Twelve Nyamira MCAs in Trouble Over “Absenteeism”
Jul 02, 2025 at 10:49 AM
By KPC Reporter Twelve members of the County Assembly of Nyamira will know their fate next week—whether they will continue serving in office or lose their seats. According to Speaker Thadeus Nyabaro, the MCAs allegedly skipped eight consecutive plenary sittings without official approval, breaching both the law and the Assembly’s Standing Orders. Nine of the […]
Karua Commends Gen Z Protesters, Slams Government Over Rights Violations
Jul 02, 2025 at 08:51 AM
By Faith Nyabuto People’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua has commended Kenya’s Gen Z for their resilience in fighting for their constitutional rights. Her remarks on Kenya Television Network (KTN) came in the wake of recent national demonstrations, during which she accused the government of sponsoring violence and failing to uphold the rule of […]
Elephants Top Human–Wildlife Clashes as Compensation Begins in Kilifi
Jul 02, 2025 at 07:07 AM
By KPC Reporter The Government has launched a major initiative in Kilifi County aimed at compensating victims of human–wildlife conflict. This is seen as a significant step toward restoring trust between communities and conservation authorities. The Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife, in partnership with the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS), began issuing compensation cheques today. Kilifi […]
A sick Friend’s Gift and Eric Ayuka’s Ksh10 Million Hospital Bill
Jul 01, 2025 at 06:24 PM
By Nyang’au Araka Some gestures pierce through our cluttered lives with such quiet dignity, they leave you wordless. A few weeks ago, I shared an urgent appeal on my WhatsApp status about my friend Eric Ong’uti Ayuka, whose hospital bill had soared past Ksh.6 million following a life-saving kidney transplant. Many reacted, a few responded […]
A sick Friend’s Gift and Eric Ayuka’s Ksh10 Million Hospital Bill
Jul 01, 2025 at 06:12 PM
By Nyang’au Araka Some gestures pierce through our cluttered lives with such quiet dignity, they leave you wordless. A few weeks ago, I shared an urgent appeal on my WhatsApp status about my friend Eric Ong’utiAyuka, whose hospital bill had soared past Ksh.6 million following a life-saving kidney transplant. Many reacted, a few responded but […]
FAO Unveils Shock-Driven Crisis Facility to Break Hunger Cycle
Jul 01, 2025 at 05:06 PM
By KPC Reporter The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has launched the Financing for Shock-Driven Food Crisis (FSFC) Facility, to anticipate and mitigate food emergencies before they escalate. The announcement was made on the sidelines of the 44th Session of the FAO Ministerial Conference. FAO Director-General QU Dongyu emphasized the need […]
Court Revokes Kisii Speaker’s Title Deed, Awards Land to Retired Teacher
Jul 01, 2025 at 04:50 PM
By KPC Court Reporter The High Court has nullified a title deed held by Kisii County Assembly Speaker Phillip Machuki Nyanumba, awarding ownership of a disputed parcel of land to retired teacher John Nyaanga. Nyaanga has occupied the property since 1977. The court found that the title deed for parcel LR No. KISII MUNICIPALITY/BLOCK 1/492—purportedly […]
Government to Issue Human-Wildlife Conflict Compensation in Kilifi Tomorrow
Jul 01, 2025 at 01:11 PM
By KPC Reporter Families affected by human-wildlife conflict in Kilifi County will on Wednesday receive compensation during an official event at the Marafa Vocational Training Centre in Magarini Constituency. Cabinet Secretary (CS) for Tourism and Wildlife, Rebecca Miano, will preside over the event, which marks a significant milestone in the government’s efforts to address the […]
Ruto Leads Charge for a Fairer, Greener Global Future
Jul 01, 2025 at 12:57 PM
By Nyakundi Bw’Otwere Seville, Spain Kenya’s President William Ruto has underscored the need for unity and tangible action in the global effort toward a fairer and more sustainable future. Dr Ruto emphasized that the Pact for Prosperity, People and Planet (4P) is rooted in solutions—not finger-pointing. Speaking at the Fourth International Conference on Financing for […]