Category Archives: World
Senior Counsel Bar Boycotts Judiciary Meeting, Calls for CJ’s Exit
May 29, 2026 at 08:38 PM
By KPC Reporter A simmering standoff between the Judiciary and the Senior Counsel Bar (SCB) erupted into open confrontation on Friday after senior lawyers boycotted a consultative meeting convened by Chief Justice Martha Koome. They accused her of sidelining critical agenda items and shielding the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) from accountability. The meeting, scheduled at […]
Government Expands Digital Connectivity Through Jitume Hubs, Says PS Isaboke
May 29, 2026 at 08:22 PM
By Monica Nashon The government has extended digital cable infrastructure coverage to about 46 per cent of the country as part of ongoing efforts to enhance access to technology and digital opportunities for young people. Speaking during the prize-giving ceremony at Borangi Secondary School, Principal Secretary for Broadcasting and Telecommunications, Stephen Isaboke, said the government […]
MCK Welcomes Journalists into Politics, Sets Safeguards for Integrity Ahead of 2027 Polls
May 29, 2026 at 08:14 PM
By KPC Reporter The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) has announced that journalists, editors, and media practitioners are free to contest elective positions in the 2027 General Election, while unveiling strict measures to protect the credibility of the media industry. In a press statement issued on Friday, the Council said national leadership thrives on diverse […]
Pressure Mounts Over Utumishi Girls Academy Fire
May 29, 2026 at 08:03 PM
By KPC Reporter The nation is reeling after a devastating fire at Utumishi Girls Academy in Gilgil, Nakuru County, claimed the lives of sixteen students and left dozens injured. The Ministry of Education confirmed the tragedy in a press statement issued on Friday, May 29, 2026, describing the incident as “a heartbreaking act of arson” […]
Borangi SDA Senior School Celebrates KCSE Success as PS Isaboke Pledges Digital Learning Support
May 29, 2026 at 07:53 PM
By Josiah Kariuki Principal Secretary for Broadcasting and Telecommunications, Stephen Motari Isaboke, has hailed the academic achievements of Borangi SDA Senior School in Kisii County. He described the institution as a model of resilience, discipline and educational excellence. Speaking during celebrations to mark the school’s 2025 KCSE performance in Nyacheki Goroba Zone, Nyamache Sub-County, Isaboke […]
Orengo Accuses Rivals of Violence During Homa Bay Tour, Vows to Return
May 29, 2026 at 07:31 PM
By KPC Reporter Siaya Governor James Orengo has claimed that his political tour of Homa Bay County was disrupted by violence allegedly orchestrated by his opponents. Even so, he declared the visit a success and vowed to continue his political engagements in the region. In a statement released after the tour, Orengo alleged that his […]
Nyachae Rallies Support for Matiang’i Presidential Bid, Backs Nyambane for Nyaribari Chache MP Seat
May 29, 2026 at 07:06 PM
By Rosemary Mong’ina Former Constitution of Kenya Review Commission commissioner Charles Nyachae has endorsed former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i’s presidential bid, describing him as an experienced and results-oriented leader capable of transforming the country. Speaking during the funeral of Isaac Ayako in Keumbu, Nyaribari Chache Constituency, Kisii County, Nyachae urged Kenyans to support leaders […]
Rhino Charge 2026 Puts Conservation at the Heart of Motorsport in Samburu
May 28, 2026 at 06:52 PM
By KPC Sports Reporter Rhino Charge 2026 roars into Samburu County this weekend with organisers insisting the iconic off-road competition is, above all else, a conservation mission aimed at protecting Kenya’s fragile ecosystems. Ahead of Saturday’s main event, all 65 competing vehicles are set to undergo rigorous technical, safety and environmental compliance inspections during scrutineering […]
NTSA to Roll Out New Digital System for Minor Traffic Offences
May 28, 2026 at 06:43 PM
By Mandere Onyinkwa The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has announced the rollout of a new digital enforcement framework for minor traffic offences. The move is expected to reduce court appearances and modernize traffic law enforcement in Kenya. In a press statement issued on Thursday, NTSA said the new system will take effect from […]
MCK Urges Responsible AI Adoption as Broadcasters Navigate Digital Future
May 28, 2026 at 06:32 PM
By Nyang’au Araka Kenya is positioning itself at the forefront of artificial intelligence adoption in African journalism. Already, media stakeholders are pushing for newsrooms to embrace emerging technologies without compromising editorial integrity and public trust. Speaking during the East Africa Broadcasters Convention 2026, the Media Council of Kenya (MCK) Director for Media Training and Development, […]