By KPC Reporter More than KSh 60 million in compensation has been disbursed to communities in Kilifi County for losses suffered from human–wildlife conflicts. The funds cover claims dating back to 2014 through October 2020, specifically addressing human fatalities. The government pledged to resolve all outstanding compensation claims, reaffirming its duty under the Wildlife Conservation […]

By Nyang’au Araka and FAO When Agnes Barasa walks through her backyard garden today, she does so with the quiet confidence of someone who has beaten the odds. She gently tucks in mulch around vibrant kale, tomatoes, and beans. Just a few years ago, this fertile patch was nothing but dry, cracked earth. “I’m a […]

By KPC Reporter Twelve members of the County Assembly of Nyamira will know their fate next week—whether they will continue serving in office or lose their seats. According to Speaker Thadeus Nyabaro, the MCAs allegedly skipped eight consecutive plenary sittings without official approval, breaching both the law and the Assembly’s Standing Orders. Nine of the […]

By Faith Nyabuto People’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua has commended Kenya’s Gen Z for their resilience in fighting for their constitutional rights. Her remarks on Kenya Television Network (KTN) came in the wake of recent national demonstrations, during which she accused the government of sponsoring violence and failing to uphold the rule of […]

By KPC Reporter The Government has launched a major initiative in Kilifi County aimed at compensating victims of human–wildlife conflict. This is seen as a significant step toward restoring trust between communities and conservation authorities. The Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife, in partnership with the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS), began issuing compensation cheques today. Kilifi […]

By Nyang’au Araka Some gestures pierce through our cluttered lives with such quiet dignity, they leave you wordless. A few weeks ago, I shared an urgent appeal on my WhatsApp status about my friend Eric Ong’uti Ayuka, whose hospital bill had soared past Ksh.6 million following a life-saving kidney transplant. Many reacted, a few responded […]

By Nyang’au Araka Some gestures pierce through our cluttered lives with such quiet dignity, they leave you wordless. A few weeks ago, I shared an urgent appeal on my WhatsApp status about my friend Eric Ong’utiAyuka, whose hospital bill had soared past Ksh.6 million following a life-saving kidney transplant. Many reacted, a few responded but […]

By KPC Reporter The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has launched the Financing for Shock-Driven Food Crisis (FSFC) Facility, to anticipate and mitigate food emergencies before they escalate. The announcement was made on the sidelines of the 44th Session of the FAO Ministerial Conference. FAO Director-General QU Dongyu emphasized the need […]

By KPC Court Reporter The High Court has nullified a title deed held by Kisii County Assembly Speaker Phillip Machuki Nyanumba, awarding ownership of a disputed parcel of land to retired teacher John Nyaanga. Nyaanga has occupied the property since 1977. The court found that the title deed for parcel LR No. KISII MUNICIPALITY/BLOCK 1/492—purportedly […]

By KPC Reporter Families affected by human-wildlife conflict in Kilifi County will on Wednesday receive compensation during an official event at the Marafa Vocational Training Centre in Magarini Constituency. Cabinet Secretary (CS) for Tourism and Wildlife, Rebecca Miano, will preside over the event, which marks a significant milestone in the government’s efforts to address the […]