Category Archives: World
Donya Reaffirms Support for Teen Mothers as Government Orders Readmission in Kisii
Feb 13, 2026 at 05:18 PM
By KPC Reporter Kisii Woman Representative Doris Donya reaffirmed her commitment to supporting teenage mothers after a Sugubo community forum addressing girls who dropped out of school due to early pregnancies. Speaking during the forum, Donya said she was deeply moved after interacting with young mothers, many of whom attended the meeting carrying their babies. […]
Disquiet as Exam Officials Await Delayed Pay, Ministry Assures Resolution
Feb 13, 2026 at 04:57 PM
By Ongaga Ongaga Contracted professionals involved in the administration and marking of the 2025 national examinations are growing increasingly uneasy over delayed payments. This is even as the government promised this week that the issue will be resolved soon. In a press statement, the Ministry of Education acknowledged “legitimate concerns” raised by supervisors, invigilators, examiners, […]
POETIC TURN: Under the Bridge
Feb 13, 2026 at 04:47 PM
By Shem Onderi Gallons of water pass under the bridge,Sometimes silently, other times loud—Much of it unaccounted for in any measure.Under the bridge, many bird species have made a home. Some hunt and eat their fill under the bridge,Avoiding disturbance.Others hide from predators; it is a refuge.The water passing beneath poses no threat to them. […]
Governor Muthomi Njuki dismisses ODM demands for DP seat
Feb 13, 2026 at 02:50 PM
By KPC Reporter Tharaka Nithi Governor Muthomi Njuki has pushed back against calls by the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) to have the Deputy President position placed on the negotiation table in anticipated coalition talks. He insisted that the office already has a capable and deserving occupant, Prof. Kithure Kindiki. Speaking in Chuka, Tharaka Nithi County, […]
Kenya Launches First Digital Sound Broadcasting Trial
Feb 13, 2026 at 12:36 PM
By Hyline Ocharo Kenya has taken a bold step into the future of radio with the rollout of its first trial Digital Sound Broadcasting (DSB) services in Nairobi. The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) announced the activation on Friday, coinciding with World Radio Day. Radio remains one of the country’s most powerful media platforms, reaching […]
East Africa moves to fix mobile roaming gaps under One Network Area initiative
Feb 13, 2026 at 07:41 AM
By KPC Reporter Efforts are underway to strengthen mobile roaming across East Africa as regional stakeholders confront persistent policy, market and operational gaps undermining the full benefits of the One Network Area (ONA) Initiative. Launched to make mobile roaming simple and affordable, ONA allows travelers within the region to use their phones as if they […]
Joshua Oigara Returns to Helm as Stanbic Holdings CEO
Feb 12, 2026 at 09:28 PM
By Mandere Onyinkwa Dr. Joshua Oigara has been appointed Chief Executive of Stanbic Holdings Plc, effective March 1, 2026. The announcement follows the retirement of Patrick Mweheire, who steps down after nearly six years at the helm. Mweheire, credited with steering Stanbic through post‑pandemic recovery and regional expansion, will continue serving in a senior executive […]
Man Breaches Security at Ruto’s Wajir Event, IG Orders Probe
Feb 12, 2026 at 09:17 PM
By Ongaga Ongaga A brief security scare disrupted President William Ruto’s youth empowerment event in Wajir on Thursday. The incident occurred during the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) programme at Wajir Stadium, where a unidentified man ran toward the podium as the President addressed the crowd. Security officers swiftly restrained him, preventing any harm. […]
MCK and Strathmore University Explore New Frontiers in Media Training
Feb 12, 2026 at 05:19 PM
Story Courtesy of MCK Efforts to enhance media education and align academic training with professional standards have gained momentum following a strategic engagement between the Media Council of Kenya (MCK) and Strathmore University. The initiative aims to strengthen media training and foster institutional collaboration. The two institutions are exploring ways to improve the training of […]
Education Ministry Flags Inflated Enrolment as School Data Audit Uncovers Major Discrepancies
Feb 12, 2026 at 05:05 PM
By KPC Reporter The Ministry of Education has uncovered widespread enrolment discrepancies in public schools following a nationwide data verification exercise. The findings raise concerns over the accuracy of enrolment figures used to allocate billions of shillings in government capitation. In a statement released on Thursday, Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos Ogamba announced the findings […]