Political reality allows Kenya to use several paths to growth

It was George W Bush who, in a moment of terrorism induced fury, defined interstate relations in binary terms; you were either for America or against it.

By 29 days ago

Lessons from Rwanda's awful past and the ongoing renewal

Kigali and its environs are exceptionally clean and well maintained. Speed limits work, monitored through a network of cameras that warn you as soon as you pass the required limits.

By 1 month ago

How we fund counties will kill or build our devolution dream

Celebrations over the progressive decision by the High Court in the Road Maintenance Levy Fund case were brought to a crashing halt by the Court of Appeal last week.

By 1 month ago

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Ethekon, IEBC team should win Kenyans' trust for 2027 contest

I am an avid supporter of the Article 104 right that enables citizens to recall their MPs. It is the unabridged version of exercising sovereignty provided in Article 1 of our Constitution.

By 1 month ago

AG should initiate review of all laws on mandatory sentences

The mandatory sentence in robbery with violence is especially controversial because of the wide range of the offence.

By 2 months ago

Echoes of the past, lessons for the future from Saba Saba Day

It has been five days since July 7, the 35th anniversary of Saba Saba Day.

By 2 months ago

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Let Gen Zs pursue change, but not be naive to political reality

The elections promised a new beginning, a respite from a hope cruelly stolen from my youth.

By 2 months ago

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Fury over Ojwang's death shows Kenya won't return to dark days

Every so often an event stirs the conscience of a country differently from similar occurrences. This week’s death of blogger and teacher Albert Ojwang is such an occurrence.

By 3 months ago

Riggy G momentum is here

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua had a significant week marked by the launch of his DCP party and a favourable ruling from the Court of Appeal in his impeachment case.

By 4 months ago

MPs addicted to CDF will have to adjust to a future without it

My focus is not on these appointments but on the ongoing public participation forums by Parliament on constitutionalising the three funds, the NG-CDF, the AAF and the Senate Oversight Fund.  

By 4 months ago

People's Pontiff left a legacy of humility for all of us to emulate

People’s Pontiff left a legacy of humility for all of us to emulate.

By 4 months ago

Five characters around the cross that Kenyans should be wary of

It is Easter, the season when those who believe in the biblical Jesus reflect on his suffering, death, and triumphant resurrection.

By 5 months ago

Five characters around the cross, Kenyans should be wary of

It is Easter, the season when those who believe in the biblical Jesus reflect on his suffering, death, and triumphant resurrection.

By 5 months ago

How devolution dream has been snatched from hopeful Kenyans

Delayed disbursements to county governments have crippled them and lowered their esteem before the public.

By 5 months ago

Why you can't write off Ruto in Mt Kenya as 2027 contest nears

There are many unknown factors in the next elections, including the impact of Gen Z voting bloc but for those planning to unseat President Ruto, they may need to go back to the drawing board.

By 5 months ago

Why petitions against apex judges don't auger well with 2027 elections

The petitions against judges of the Supreme Court remain in limbo, halted by orders obtained by the judges in the High Court in their individual capacities.

By 5 months ago

MPs fight to retain CDF raises more questions than answers

That MPs will not give up on reviving the CDF is clear from the publication early this month of the Constitution of Kenya (Amendment) Bill 2025.

By 5 months ago

How petition to oust top judges could raise a legal conundrum

I want to believe those seeking removal of the judges are doing so in good faith and for the sake of what they believe will be a better Kenya.

By 6 months ago

Political reality allows Kenya to use several paths to growth

It was George W Bush who, in a moment of terrorism induced fury, defined interstate relations in binary terms; you were either for America or against it.

By 29 days ago

Lessons from Rwanda's awful past and the ongoing renewal

Kigali and its environs are exceptionally clean and well maintained. Speed limits work, monitored through a network of cameras that warn you as soon as you pass the required limits.

By 1 month ago

How we fund counties will kill or build our devolution dream

Celebrations over the progressive decision by the High Court in the Road Maintenance Levy Fund case were brought to a crashing halt by the Court of Appeal last week.

By 1 month ago

Premium

Ethekon, IEBC team should win Kenyans' trust for 2027 contest

I am an avid supporter of the Article 104 right that enables citizens to recall their MPs. It is the unabridged version of exercising sovereignty provided in Article 1 of our Constitution.

By 1 month ago

AG should initiate review of all laws on mandatory sentences

The mandatory sentence in robbery with violence is especially controversial because of the wide range of the offence.

By 2 months ago

Echoes of the past, lessons for the future from Saba Saba Day

It has been five days since July 7, the 35th anniversary of Saba Saba Day.

By 2 months ago

Premium

Let Gen Zs pursue change, but not be naive to political reality

The elections promised a new beginning, a respite from a hope cruelly stolen from my youth.

By 2 months ago

Premium

Fury over Ojwang's death shows Kenya won't return to dark days

Every so often an event stirs the conscience of a country differently from similar occurrences. This week’s death of blogger and teacher Albert Ojwang is such an occurrence.

By 3 months ago

Riggy G momentum is here

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua had a significant week marked by the launch of his DCP party and a favourable ruling from the Court of Appeal in his impeachment case.

By 4 months ago

MPs addicted to CDF will have to adjust to a future without it

My focus is not on these appointments but on the ongoing public participation forums by Parliament on constitutionalising the three funds, the NG-CDF, the AAF and the Senate Oversight Fund.  

By 4 months ago

People's Pontiff left a legacy of humility for all of us to emulate

People’s Pontiff left a legacy of humility for all of us to emulate.

By 4 months ago

Five characters around the cross that Kenyans should be wary of

It is Easter, the season when those who believe in the biblical Jesus reflect on his suffering, death, and triumphant resurrection.

By 5 months ago

Five characters around the cross, Kenyans should be wary of

It is Easter, the season when those who believe in the biblical Jesus reflect on his suffering, death, and triumphant resurrection.

By 5 months ago

How devolution dream has been snatched from hopeful Kenyans

Delayed disbursements to county governments have crippled them and lowered their esteem before the public.

By 5 months ago

Why you can't write off Ruto in Mt Kenya as 2027 contest nears

There are many unknown factors in the next elections, including the impact of Gen Z voting bloc but for those planning to unseat President Ruto, they may need to go back to the drawing board.

By 5 months ago

Why petitions against apex judges don't auger well with 2027 elections

The petitions against judges of the Supreme Court remain in limbo, halted by orders obtained by the judges in the High Court in their individual capacities.

By 5 months ago

MPs fight to retain CDF raises more questions than answers

That MPs will not give up on reviving the CDF is clear from the publication early this month of the Constitution of Kenya (Amendment) Bill 2025.

By 5 months ago

How petition to oust top judges could raise a legal conundrum

I want to believe those seeking removal of the judges are doing so in good faith and for the sake of what they believe will be a better Kenya.

By 6 months ago

Political reality allows Kenya to use several paths to growth

It was George W Bush who, in a moment of terrorism induced fury, defined interstate relations in binary terms; you were either for America or against it.

By 29 days ago

Lessons from Rwanda's awful past and the ongoing renewal

Kigali and its environs are exceptionally clean and well maintained. Speed limits work, monitored through a network of cameras that warn you as soon as you pass the required limits.

By 1 month ago

How we fund counties will kill or build our devolution dream

Celebrations over the progressive decision by the High Court in the Road Maintenance Levy Fund case were brought to a crashing halt by the Court of Appeal last week.

By 1 month ago

Premium

Ethekon, IEBC team should win Kenyans' trust for 2027 contest

I am an avid supporter of the Article 104 right that enables citizens to recall their MPs. It is the unabridged version of exercising sovereignty provided in Article 1 of our Constitution.

By 1 month ago