By Dr Ombati Mokua Kenya’s long-running debate on doctor shortages has often been driven more by assumption than by evidence. Data from the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) paints a far more nuanced picture. As of the end of 2025, a total of 13,328 medical practitioners were licensed to practise in Kenya in […]

By KPC Sports Reporter East Africa Swing has received a significant boost after Absa Bank Kenya announced a Ksh 4 million sponsorship for the ninth and tenth legs of the Tour. In addition to the sponsorship, Absa has set aside a further Ksh 3 million for leverage activities, including customer engagements and activations, underlining the […]

By KPC Reporter The Office of the Ombudsman has issued a damning report exposing systemic failures in Kenya’s pension processing system, with a particular focus on the Teachers Service Commission (TSC), the Pensions Department at the National Treasury, and the Treasury itself. Dated January 9, 2026, and signed by Commission Chairperson Charles Dulo, the report […]

By Nyang’au Araka In the age of instant messaging and virality, a single gesture can eclipse hours of speeches and pages of political statements. So it was when images and short clips showing Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna embracing Ida Odinga at an open gathering began circulating online like rapid fire. The moment was brief, unscripted […]

By KPC Reporter President William Ruto on Thursday launched the disbursement of KSh235.6 million in start-up capital under the NYOTA Project for six counties in the North Rift region, a move set to benefit 9,423 young entrepreneurs. The programme targets youth from Uasin Gishu, Elgeyo Marakwet, Nandi, Trans-Nzoia, Turkana and West Pokot counties. Each beneficiary […]

By KPC Sports Reporter The National Olympic Committee of Kenya (NOC-K) has awarded IOC Scholarships worth USD 100,000 to Kenya’s national rugby sevens teams as the country begins its structured build-up towards the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. In an announcement made on Thursday, NOC-K confirmed that Shujaa, Kenya’s men’s national rugby sevens team, and […]

By Ongaga Ongaga Shaped by years of close service to former opposition leader Raila Odinga, Maurice Ogeta has been appointed Advisor on Security Affairs in the Mombasa County Government. Governor Abdulswamad Sherrif Nassir announced the appointment following the establishment of new positions by the Mombasa County Public Service Board, in line with the law. He […]

By KPC Reporter The Kenya Pool and Billiards Federation (KPBF) has unveiled the national team that will represent the country at the All Africa Pool Championships, set for Durban, South Africa, from February 2 to 8. The squad was selected following National Team Selection Trials held on January 3 and 4 at Mchana Pub and […]

By Mandere Onyinkwa The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has issued an update on investigations into the fatal shooting of a 14-year-old Grade Six pupil in Mombasa. The incident occurred on New Year’s Eve and sparked public concern. In a press statement released on Tuesday, IPOA confirmed it is probing the death of Dennis Ringa […]

By Ongaga Ongaga The proprietors of Business Bay Square (BBS Mall) in Nairobi’s Eastleigh have formally petitioned the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) to investigate and prosecute former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua over remarks they say amount to ethnic contempt and undermine national cohesion. In a letter addressed to NCIC chairperson Rev. Dr Samuel […]