Kenya Broadcasting Corporation

Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) is a government-owned entity set up under the Kenyan law CAP 221. Its main purpose is to deliver unbiased and independent broadcasting services that include information, education, and entertainment. KBC broadcasts in English and Kiswahili, along with other languages as determined by the corporation.

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Kenya calls for new world order that reflects Global South realities

1 day ago | kbc.co.ke | Christine Muchira

Kenya has called for the creation of a new world order that reflects current global realities and addresses longstanding imbalances that have disadvantaged the Global South. Speaking during a public lecture at Peking University in Beijing, President William Ruto emphasized the need to fashion a new world order, which takes cognisance of present realities.
Kenya champions legal, reforms to revitalize Africa's postal sector

2 days ago | kbc.co.ke | Christine Muchira

The government has underscored the critical need for legal and policy changes across Africa to foster a conducive environment for the growth and sustainability of the postal sector.
Kirinyaga intensifies illicit brew crackdown after new illnesses

2 days ago | kbc.co.ke | Christine Muchira

The County Government of Kirinyaga has intensified its crackdown on illicit alcohol following an incident on Tuesday whereby two people were allegedly taken ill after allegedly consuming alcohol in Marura, Kangai Ward in Mwea. The two men were initially treated at Njegas Health Centre then referred to Kerugoya County Referral Hospital for further examination.
IMCTC launches anti-terror financing training in Nairobi

2 days ago | kbc.co.ke | Christine Muchira

The Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Coalition (IMCTC) Tuesday officially launched a specialized training program titled “Countering Terrorism Financing and Money Laundering” in Nairobi, Kenya. The event was officiated by Defence Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya, alongside the IMCTC Secretary-General, Maj. Gen. Mohammed bin Saeed Al-Moghedi.
Dr. Imbunya takes over as PS, pledges inclusive, people-centered public service

2 days ago | kbc.co.ke | Christine Muchira

Dr. Jane Kere Imbunya has officially assumed office as the Principal Secretary in the State Department for Public Service and Human Capital Development, succeeding Amos Gathecha. The handover took place at Harambee House in Nairobi, ushering in a new era of leadership aimed at transforming the public service landscape. Gathecha will now continue his service as the Deputy Head of Public Service.
Govt pushes for strategic leadership in advancing health priorities

2 days ago | kbc.co.ke | Christine Muchira

The government has urged heads of directorates in the Ministry of Health to demonstrate strong leadership and align their efforts with national health priorities, with a focus on the advancement of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and the strengthening of essential health services.
Commuter train halted by floods in Nairobi, over 130 stranded

3 days ago | kbc.co.ke | Christine Muchira

Over 130 passengers have been left stranded at the Central Railway Station in Nairobi Monday night following heavy flooding that disrupted commuter train services to the Syokimau Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) station. Passenger who had boarded the commuter train were asked to await alternative means by buses which were being mobilized to ferry passengers to Syokimau SGR. According to the Station Master Nairobi Absalom Kainga they are arranging for buses to ferry passengers to the SGR in Syokimau.
Kenya intensifies efforts to tackle youth gambling addiction

3 days ago | kbc.co.ke | Christine Muchira

Government has established a Rapid Response Team to provide a multi-sectoral approach to the escalating crisis of online gambling addiction, particularly among young people. This initiative comes as the Ministry of Health, through the State Department for Public Health and Professional Standards, expressed deep concern over the increasing cases of gambling addiction fueled by platforms like Aviator.
President Ruto departs to China for State Visit to boost trade, investment

3 days ago | kbc.co.ke | Christine Muchira

President William Ruto will depart the country Monday evening for a State Visit to the People’s Republic of China. The visit builds on the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership established in 2017, with Kenya recognised as China’s leading Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) partner in Africa.
Kenya Space Agency issues caution on potential space debris re-entry

6 days ago | kbc.co.ke | Christine Muchira

The Kenya Space Agency (KSA) has alerted the public of the potential re-entry of space debris over Kenya and the broader Eastern African region between April 19th and 20th, 2025. According to a statement from KSA, the space object identified as Norad ID 61909/2024-205R, is a significant piece of debris from a rocket body of unknown mass.