Category Archives: National
Own Your Cancer Story Theme Inspires New Push for Early Detection
Jul 11, 2026 at 02:25 PM
By Nyang’au Araka For many Kenyans diagnosed with cancer, the journey begins with fear, uncertainty and, often, limited access to screening or specialist care. Fifteen years ago, a group of advocates led by cancer survivors set out to change that reality, determined that no Kenyan should face the disease alone. That mission took centre stage […]
Government Expands Youth Empowerment Drive with Billions
Jul 10, 2026 at 06:55 PM
By Monica Nashon The government has so far disbursed Sh3 billion to young entrepreneurs under the Youth Employment and Opportunities Programme (YEOP) to empower them. More than 8,000 youths in Kisii, Migori and Nyamira counties are benefiting from the latest phase of the initiative. Speaking during disbursement of the funds in Kisii, Education Cabinet Secretary […]
EAC Ministers Push for Faster Regional Infrastructure Rollout to Deepen Integration
Jul 10, 2026 at 06:42 PM
By KPC Reporter East African Community (EAC) Ministers have called for accelerated implementation of regional transport, communications and meteorological projects. The call was made as the 20th Meeting of the EAC Sectoral Council on Transport, Communications and Meteorology (TCM) concluded in Arusha. The week-long meeting, which brought together more than 100 participants including ministers, permanent […]
When Eugenics Creeps Back into Public Conversation
Jul 10, 2026 at 02:21 PM
By Kurian Musa Recent remarks directed at musician Stivo Simple Boy have ignited a national conversation that extends far beyond celebrity culture. What began as comments by content creators suggesting that certain people should undergo compulsory medical procedures to prevent them from passing on perceived undesirable traits has evolved into a sobering reminder of one […]
Okenyuri Leads Calls for Justice After Deaths of Two Girls as Suspect Arrested
Jul 10, 2026 at 08:59 AM
By KPC Reporter The arrest of a Grade 9 student over the brutal killing of two young girls in Bonchari has intensified calls for justice. Nominated Senator Essy Okenyuri Nyaituga Anyieni is among those who have condemned the tragedy that has left the county in mourning. Police confirmed that the student is the prime suspect […]
Ombeta Demands Swift Justice After Brutal Killing of Two Young Girls in Suneka
Jul 09, 2026 at 06:00 PM
By Staff Reporter Lawyer Cliff Ombeta has condemned the brutal killing of two young girls in Suneka. Ombeta described the tragedy as a painful reminder of the need to strengthen the protection of children and ensure those responsible are brought to justice without delay. In a statement issued on Thursday, the lawyer said he joined […]
Children Battling Type 1 Diabetes to Benefit as DMI Hosts Annual Awareness Walk
Jul 09, 2026 at 05:48 PM
By KPC Reporter Hundreds of families, healthcare professionals, corporate partners and diabetes advocates are expected to converge at Nairobi’s Carnivore Grounds on Saturday for the Kenya Diabetes Management and Information Centre (DMI) Annual Diabetes Walk. This is a long-running initiative aimed at supporting children and young adults living with Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). The event, […]
Karua Dismisses Speculation Over Opposition Flag Bearer, Says Team Yet to Decide
Jul 09, 2026 at 05:29 PM
By Ongaga Ongaga United Alternative Government (UAG) co-convenor Martha Karua has moved to calm growing speculation over who will fly the coalition’s presidential flag in the 2027 General Election. Karua insisted that no decision has been made and that the alliance is still putting its structures in place. In a statement issued on Thursday, Karua […]
The Golden Voice That Refused to Fade: Machoka’s 50-Year Love Affair with the Airwaves
Jul 09, 2026 at 05:08 PM
By Nyang’au Araka For half a century, Fred Obachi Machoka has been been the soundtrack of Kenyan homes, the voice that introduced generations to music, culture and conversation, and a familiar companion on radio and television across changing eras. Now, as he marks 50 years in broadcasting, Kenya’s media fraternity is preparing to celebrate not […]
Hilary Ng’weno: The Harvard Nuclear Physicist Who Became the Father of Kenyan Journalism
Jul 09, 2026 at 04:47 PM
By Gadi Turuthi This week, we remember the late Hilary Boniface Ng’weno — the great Kenyan journalist, editor, publisher, historian, author and broadcaster whose death was reported to the nation around this date in July 2021. Ng’weno passed away on 7 July 2021, but for many Kenyans, the news landed heavily on 8 July — […]