Category Archives: World
Research Reveals Why Lake Victoria Is Turning Green
Feb 14, 2025 at 11:02 AM
By Nyang’au Araka It is evening and the immensity of Lake Victoria stretches continuously, its calm waters glistening with the reflections of strewn clouds that float sluggishly above. Fishermen in wooden boats move smoothly by, their silhouettes framed by the weakening sunlight, while distant hills rise around the shore. The air is filled with the […]
Stakeholders Front Resolutions To Tame Gender Based Violence In Kisii
Feb 14, 2025 at 09:45 AM
By KPC REPORTER Human rights activists are advocating for stronger laws and policies to tame incidences of Gender Based Violence in Kisii County. The stakeholders who attended a two-day GBV workshop in Kisii Town also want the development of survivor-centered services, and better coordination between government and community organizations. Lilian Gor, who is a nominated […]
How mankind talks in silence
Feb 14, 2025 at 07:51 AM
By KPC Reporter Technology continues to make things easier for mankind, particularly in terms of communication. Gone are the days sending written messages and delivering them manually was a fad. Today, electronic messages are delivered and responded to with so much ease. For example, Short Message Service (SMS) continues to be popular as it works […]
Issuance of fake degrees after three day’s training quashed
Feb 14, 2025 at 07:04 AM
By KPC Reporter Four people got themselves in trouble after they were arrested for issuing masters and doctorate degrees in a Mombasa hotel. The four include two Kenyans and were arrested in a sting operation targeting a phoney university that had been temporarily accomodated at a high end hospitality joint. According to the Directorate of […]
Senators probe looming dissolution of key pyrethrum processor
Feb 13, 2025 at 07:59 PM
By Janet Nyanchoka Senator Richard Onyonka of Kisii has raised concerns over the planned dissolution of the Pyrethrum Processing Company of Kenya (PPCK). Onyonka’s alarm in the Senate sparked debate regarding the fate of the company’s extensive assets and the livelihoods of pyrethrum farmers and employees. Onyonka sought a statement from the Standing Committee on […]
Kajwang Promises More Fireworks As He Retains Public Accounts Committee Chairmanship
Feb 13, 2025 at 07:35 PM
By Janet Nyanchoka Senator Moses Kajwang’ of Homa Bay has retained the chairmanship of the Senate’s County Public Accounts Committee (CPAC), a pivotal oversight body. The unanimous decision was made Thursday, overseen by the Office of the Clerk. It makes Kajwang the longest serving chair of the committee.It was a smooth sailing victory for Kajwang’, […]
Western legislators counter Wetang’ula onslaught
Feb 13, 2025 at 06:16 PM
By KPC Reporter Some Members of Parliament (MPs) from Western Kenya have vowed to push back “sustained and unjustified” attacks on speaker Moses Wetang’ula. The legislators who belong to the Western Parliamentary Caucus accused unnamed individuals of orchestrating a smear campaign against Wetang’ula. Addressing the press at Parliament Buildings on Thursday, the lawmakers singled out […]
Why Mbotela will be buried at Lang’ata cemetery
Feb 13, 2025 at 05:17 PM
By Abdi Karim Many Kenyans are wondering why veteran radio personality, Leonard Mambo Mbotela is going to be buried at Lang’ata cemetery this Saturday. Those asking think Lenny, as was fondly known by his contemporaries think he should have been buried at his ancestral home. However, not every Kenyan can say that he comes from […]
Onyonka sounds alarm as quarrying greed engulfs Gusii
Feb 12, 2025 at 07:14 PM
By Janet Nyanchoka Senator Richard Onyonka of Kisii County has called for speedy investigations into quarrying activities that are reportedly causing significant environmental degradation and human rights violations in the region. Speaking in Parliament, Onyonka asked for a comprehensive statement from the Standing Committee on Land, Environment, and Natural Resources to address pressing concerns stemming […]
Why Pollster Reports Should Be Treated With Pinch Of Salt
Feb 12, 2025 at 07:57 AM
By Isaac Dan Bw’Onyancha Pollster reports, such as the recent Infotrak ranking of Kenyan counties and governors, offer valuable insights into public perceptions of governance, leadership, and performance. However, these reports require a nuanced examination of the methodology and interpretation of the findings. While such surveys can shed light on how residents view their leaders, […]