Category Archives: World
Babu Owino Challenges DCI Summons, Citing Rule of Law and Abuse of Power
Mar 18, 2026 at 06:52 AM
By KPC Reporter Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino has issued a response to summons by the Directorate of Criminal Investigation (DCI), Western Region, questioning both the legality and intent of the directive. In a letter dated March 17, 2026, Owino accused the authorities of intimidation and misuse of state machinery, framing the summons […]
State Defends Revised Budget, Allocates Sh100 Million for Bandari Academy Salaries
Mar 17, 2026 at 06:53 PM
By Janet Nyamwamu The State Department for Shipping and Maritime Affairs has defended its revised budget under the Financial Year 2025/2026 Supplementary Estimates I, highlighting an additional Sh100 million allocation to support staff salaries at the Bandari Maritime Academy (BMA). Principal Secretary Aden Millah, appearing before the National Assembly Committee on Transport and Infrastructure, said […]
Government Rewards Golfer Njoroge Kibugu After Stellar Performance
Mar 17, 2026 at 01:39 PM
By KPC Sports Correspondent Kenya’s top golfer Njoroge Kibugu is five million shillings richer after receiving a government reward in recognition of his outstanding performance at the Magical Kenya Open (MKO) held in February. The cash award fulfils a pledge made by William Ruto during the tournament’s closing ceremony at Karen Country Club on February […]
Wanga Nominates Roads CEC Onyango as Deputy Governor
Mar 17, 2026 at 01:29 PM
By KPC Reporter Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga has nominated Danish Otieno Onyango as the new Deputy Governor, following the resignation of Oyugi Magwanga from the position. Onyango, who currently serves as the County Executive Committee (CEC) Member for Roads and Public Works, will continue holding the same portfolio alongside his new role. In a […]
Speaker Wetang’ula Calls for Tougher Laws as Malaha Accident Death Toll Rises to 15
Mar 11, 2026 at 04:21 PM
By courtesy of the Speaker’s Press Unit (SPU) Moses Wetang’ula has called on Members of Parliament to review and strengthen existing laws to enhance road safety following the deadly accident at Malaha junction that has so far claimed 15 lives. The Speaker made the remarks on Tuesday during a visit to the crash site along […]
Audit Flags Major Irregularities in Kenya’s eCitizen Digital Payments Platform
Mar 11, 2026 at 09:57 AM
By Mandere Onyinkwa The Office of the Auditor-General, in a document tabled in Parliament, concluded that while eCitizen has simplified access to government services, it is undermined by poor oversight, continued vendor control, and questionable financial practices. The report notes that the platform was born out of a World Bank–IFC initiative in 2013, later handed […]
Private Hospital Worker Found Dead in Toilet as Colleagues Claim Year-Long Salary Arrears
Mar 11, 2026 at 09:19 AM
By Hyline Ocharo A worker at a private hospital was on Wednesday morning found dead inside a toilet within the facility’s premises, in a case that has shocked colleagues and raised questions over alleged unpaid salaries. The deceased was later identified as Rodgers Masese, a subordinate staff member at Hema Hospital. Colleagues told reporters that […]
ODM’s Osotsi Accuses Ruto Allies of Betraying Raila’s 10-Point Reform Agenda
Mar 10, 2026 at 01:35 PM
By Mandere Onyinkwa Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi has accused allies of President William Ruto within the Orange Democratic Movement of betraying Raila Odinga’s reform legacy by misrepresenting the 10-Point Agenda agreement. In a statement on Tuesday, Osotsi said attempts by some ODM leaders to portray the March 7, 2025 agreement between Odinga and Ruto as […]
Safari and Karaya Storm to Victory as 2026 LOOP Safari Gravel Series Kicks Off in Limuru
Mar 10, 2026 at 11:31 AM
By KPC Sports Reporter Dinnah Safari of Airpocket and Kenneth Karaya of Black Mamba Development Squad are confident of securing more victories in this year’s LOOP Safari Gravel Series after a triumphant start over the past weekend. The duo claimed top honours in the elite 100km women’s and men’s races respectively as the 2026 LOOP […]
Kipchoge to Run Cape Town Marathon as First Stop of Global Tour
Mar 10, 2026 at 07:58 AM
By KPC Sports Reporter Legendary Kenyan marathoner Eliud Kipchoge will headline the 2026 Sanlam Cape Town Marathon as the opening race of an ambitious seven-continent running tour aimed at inspiring communities and promoting healthy living. The marathon, scheduled for May 24, 2026, in Cape Town, South Africa, will mark the first stop of “Eliud’s Running […]