Category Archives: National
POETIC TURN: Open-Air Market
May 28, 2026 at 06:13 PM
By Shem Onderi There are no rules in this market.People trade in everything,while noise and movementfill every corner. The eateries are many,drawing crowds of hungry patrons,yet relief centres are few, if any.People empty themselves wherever they can.Pity the owners of nearby farms and hedges. Each trader guards their goods fiercely,hoping to raise enough capitalto buy […]
Leaders Push for Free Sanitary Pads in Schools to Combat Menstrual Poverty
May 28, 2026 at 06:05 PM
By Monica Nashon Leaders, teachers, youth groups and health experts have called on the government and other stakeholders to provide free sanitary pads in schools as part of efforts to end menstrual poverty among girls. Speaking during the International Menstrual Hygiene Day celebrations at Kereri Girls’ High School and Kisii University, the stakeholders said many […]
Muigua Leads Strong Field as NCBA Coronation & Bendor Trophy Tees Off in Nakuru
May 28, 2026 at 05:45 PM
By KPC Sports reporter The 12th leg of the 2026 Kenya Amateur Golf Championship (KAGC) Series tees off this weekend at Nakuru Golf Club with golfers set to battle for top honours and a share of the Ksh 500,000 prize purse at the NCBA Coronation & Bendor Trophy. The three-day tournament, running from Friday, May […]
Azam Media Secures FIFA World Cup 2026™ Broadcast Rights
May 28, 2026 at 02:47 PM
By KPC Sports Correspondent Azam Media Group has officially acquired the broadcasting rights for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, marking a significant milestone in its expansion as a leading sports broadcaster in Kenya and across the region. The announcement was made during a press conference in Nairobi by Country Head Mr. Ravi Kumar, who emphasized […]
Regional Regulators Unite to Boost Cross-Border Connectivity in East Africa
May 28, 2026 at 02:35 PM
By KPC Reporter Heads of Communications Regulatory Authorities from East African Community (EAC) Partner States have pledged to fast-track a harmonised regional mobile roaming framework aimed at making cross-border connectivity seamless and affordable. Speaking at the high-level meeting, EAC Deputy Secretary General Andrea Aguer Arik Malueth underscored the importance of digital integration for regional growth. […]
Kenya Open to Global Partnerships as Government Intensifies Ebola Preparedness
May 28, 2026 at 02:19 PM
By Ongaga Ongaga The Kenyan government has reaffirmed its commitment to working with international partners, including the United States, in strengthening the country’s preparedness against the Ebola virus disease currently affecting the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Public Health and Professional Standards Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni said Kenya would continue engaging friendly nations and development […]
Kenya’s Schools Face Deadly Safety Crisis
May 28, 2026 at 02:09 PM
By KPC Reporter Kenya’s boarding schools continue to grapple with a disturbing pattern of deadly fires, exposing glaring safety lapses that have cost young lives and left families devastated. From the Kyanguli Secondary School inferno in 2001 that killed 67 students, to the Moi Girls School tragedy in 2017 where nine girls perished, and most […]
Kenya Targets World Record With One Million Children Read-Aloud Challenge
May 28, 2026 at 01:57 PM
By Mercy A Kenya is set to make a bold attempt at breaking the world record for the largest shared reading event during the National Read Aloud 2026 World Record Edition scheduled for July 10, 2026. The initiative, organized by Start A Library Trust in partnership with Storymoja Africa, aims to bring together one million […]
Amnesty Kenya Appoints George Morara as New Executive Director
May 28, 2026 at 11:36 AM
By KPC Reporter Amnesty International Kenya has appointed George Morara as its new Executive Director, with the human rights organisation saying he will officially assume office on June 2, 2026. In a statement, Amnesty Kenya said Morara emerged successful following an open competitive recruitment process that was announced in February this year. The organisation described […]
Senator Okenyuri Joins Leaders in Mourning Utumishi Girls Fire Victims
May 28, 2026 at 10:20 AM
By KPC Reporter Senator Essy Okenyuri is among leaders across the country who have sent messages of condolence following the tragic fire at Utumishi Girls Academy in Gilgil, Nakuru County. The inferno claimed the lives of at least 16 students and left dozens injured. In a heartfelt statement, the senator described the incident as a […]