Category Archives: National
IPOA, Police Chiefs Hold Landmark Talks on Accountability and Human Rights
Feb 28, 2026 at 07:14 AM
By KPC Reporter The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has stepped up efforts to strengthen accountability and professionalism within the National Police Service. This emerged after a high-level engagement between IPOA IPOA commissioners Micah Onyiego and Annette Mbogo, and senior police commanders including Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja in Mombasa. The forum was presided […]
Kisii Residents Demand Peace, Slam Opposition Over ‘Divisive’ Politics
Feb 27, 2026 at 06:11 PM
By Monica Nashon Some Kisii County residents have issued statements following a recent visit by leaders allied to the United Opposition, calling for political tolerance, responsible leadership, and respect for elected officials. Speaking on behalf of residents from Nyaribari Masaba, Gesusu Ward, Samuel Maranga said Kisii remains a peaceful and politically aware county whose people […]
MCK Unveils Strategic Programme to Support Former Journalists and Content Creators
Feb 27, 2026 at 06:02 PM
By Jerry Abuga Former journalists and independent content creators in Kenya are set to benefit from a new strategic direction aimed at providing targeted support for those seeking to work independently and venture into podcasting. Media Council of Kenya (MCK) CEO David Omwoyo made the announcement during the launch of a podcast studio at the […]
FKF Machakos Branch Launches Capt. Irene Ndanu Soccer Summit
Feb 27, 2026 at 05:50 PM
By KPC Sports Reporter The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Machakos County Branch has unveiled the Capt. Irene Ndanu Soccer Summit, set to engage 480 teams and more than 9,600 players across all 40 wards of the county. Presiding over the landmark grassroots football programme launch, FKF President Hussein Mohammed emphasised the federation’s commitment to structured […]
Nairobi’s Growing Gang Menace: Journalists and Residents Under Siege
Feb 27, 2026 at 05:42 PM
By KPC Reporter The Kenya Media Sector Working Group (KMSWG) has issued a warning following the brutal attack on Nation Media Group photojournalist Habil Kweyu earlier this week. Kweyu was assaulted by machete-wielding thugs riding a motorbike as he returned home from covering a story on insecurity in Nairobi. He sustained serious injuries, underscoring the […]
Kajwang urges reflection after Magwanga’s exit from Homa Bay government
Feb 27, 2026 at 05:32 PM
By Ongaga Ongaga Homa Bay Senator Moses Kajwang’ has weighed in on the resignation of former deputy governor Joseph Oyugi Magwanga, describing the fallout as disappointing. Kajwang’ cautioned that unresolved internal conflicts could haunt the county’s leadership. In a statement released after Governor Gladys Wanga accepted Magwanga’s resignation, Kajwang said the breakdown of the partnership […]
Politics in Motion: Inside Nyaribo’s Pre-Election Cabinet Shake-Up
Feb 27, 2026 at 03:45 PM
By Robert Nyasato Nyamira Governor Amos Nyaribo may have reorganized his county government in a strategic shake-up aimed at boosting service delivery, while reading the political chessboard ahead of next year’s General Elections. Some of the affected officers are either entertaining personal political ambitions or aligned to particular politicians with diverse interests. Outspoken County Minister […]
POETIC TURN: Barrister, in a day
Feb 27, 2026 at 03:32 PM
By Shem Onderi He sleeps with the law,Wakes with arguments already drawn—Citations sharpened for the court.Even his walk to workIs measured in legal steps. In court, meanings are weighed and juggled,Oral submissions rise and fall,All spoken in honor of the bench.Files sit in careful order,Each claim anchored in jurisprudence. Time is scarce—No hour wasted before […]
Governors Dig in Against Senate Oversight as CPAC Row Escalates
Feb 27, 2026 at 03:26 PM
By Mandere Onyinkwa The standoff between Kenya’s Council of Governors and the Senate has deepened after county chiefs formally resolved to boycott the County Public Accounts Committee (CPAC). In a letter written on Friday and addressed to Senate Speaker Amason Kingi, Council chairperson Ahmed Abdullahi accused (CPAC) of intimidating some governors. Abdullahi declared: “Excellency Governors […]
Green Belt Movement Demands Transparency Over Karura Forest Project
Feb 27, 2026 at 03:12 PM
By Nyang’au Araka The Green Belt Movement (GBM) has amplified its opposition to the ongoing tree clearance and proposed construction of National Youth Service (NYS) accommodation facilities inside Karura Forest. In a statement sent to our news desk, GBM called the development “a betrayal of public trust.” GBM revealed that Kenya Forest Service (KFS) had […]