Let's not play victims over lender bullying
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has lamented an ‘embarrassing’ situation he faced during the 2024 annual meetings of the World Bank and IMF in the US.
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Let's not play victims over lender bullying
Why ODM, UDA should hasten merger plot
A merger will make ODM less of a Luo Nyanza party, diminishing UDA’s association with the Rift Valley. It will lead to the inclusion and formation of a force that will end the blast of tribal parties.
By 1 month ago
Why ODM, UDA should hasten merger plot
IGAD and religious leaders demand ceasefire in Sudan
The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) and prominent African religious leaders have issued a joint call for an immediate ceasefire in the war-torn Sudan.
By 1 month ago
IGAD and religious leaders demand ceasefire in Sudan
Clergy's redemption lies in hybrid regulation
I’m writing this piece from Kigali, Rwanda, where the government has just suspended the activities of 18 mainstream churches for a range of gross violations.
By 1 month ago
Clergy's redemption lies in hybrid regulation
Mt Kenya and Nyanza have a date with destiny
The fall of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and the exit of ODM chief Raila Odinga from local politics signal a shaky moment for these politically major areas.
By 1 month ago
Mt Kenya and Nyanza have a date with destiny
Gachagua pulled off Trump card on media
DP Rigathi Gachagua joins the list of politicians who sought to undermine media freedom but eventually relied on it for their survival.
By 2 months ago
Gachagua pulled off Trump card on media
Gachagua pulled off a Trump card on media
A vibrant media is essential for any society. When independent journalism is threatened and freedom of speech curtailed, it signals the beginning of bigger systemic problems.
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Gachagua pulled off a Trump card on media
Governor Mutahi Kahiga knows the value of 'good trouble'
With the courage to ruffle feathers when and where it’s least expected, Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga isn’t your ordinary rural politician.
By 2 months ago
Governor Mutahi Kahiga knows the value of 'good trouble'
Why Gachagua battles echo Raila Mau days
Baba Raila Odinga and Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua are no political neophytes. Even in their lowest political moments, they take no prisoners.
By 2 months ago
Why Gachagua battles echo Raila Mau days
After Raila, opposition fortunes lie in Karua
It was refreshing to see Narc-Kenya leader Martha Karua deliver her ‘State of the Nation’ address, fiercely taking the government to task on human rights, graft and devolution
By 2 months ago
After Raila, opposition fortunes lie in Karua
Things Nyong'o must do to revitalise ODM
Nyong’o must see no evil, hear no evil and speak no evil. In effecting a radical surgery in ODM, he must not spare the rod and spoil the child.  
By 2 months ago
Things Nyong'o must do to revitalise ODM
Ruto, AU noble climate plan bound to fail
The president believes, and rightly so, that Africa can eliminate 300 million tonnes of C02 yearly using nature-based solutions
By 3 months ago
Ruto, AU noble climate plan bound to fail
Waiguru and G7 have some homework to do
The G7 momentum has waned. Beyond the initial buzz followed by another launch in New York on March 23, the impact of this ‘ladies club’ is less felt.
By 3 months ago
Waiguru and G7 have some homework to do
Our mentor crisis and one man's crusade
It’s remarkable how retired President Olusegun Obasanjo remains humble, never resorting to the bushed refrain of ‘we’re sovereign and outsiders should keep off.’
By 3 months ago
Our mentor crisis and one man's crusade
Reforms, 2027 and end of 'nusu mkate' circus
Amid Gen-Z protests, Mr Kenyatta reportedly urged the former premier to reach out to President William Ruto to get a solution and save the country from going to the dogs.
By 3 months ago
Reforms, 2027 and end of 'nusu mkate' circus
Joining the sports gravy train is top priority
With ample space, a youthful population, and a receptive economy, Africa is well-positioned to join the global sports industry gravy train.
By 4 months ago
Joining the sports gravy train is top priority
What we should do to save Musyimi report
It’s a no-brainer that political interests override everything. There’s only one way for the Musyimi proposals to see light of day. We must depoliticise religion.
By 4 months ago
What we should do to save Musyimi report
Media face tough task of letting go of the fear
It’s now urgent to heed calls for Kenya’s newsrooms to begin taking a firm unified stand on important but contentious national issues.
By 4 months ago
Media face tough task of letting go of the fear
One man, one shilling: My Marsabit odyssey
Let’s spread benefits of devolution and our oneness.
By 4 months ago
One man, one shilling: My Marsabit odyssey
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Ruto, Raila and Gen-Z: This is my prediction
On Tuesday when President Ruto signed the IEBC Bill, Raila Odinga was left with an egg in the face.
By 4 months ago
Ruto, Raila and Gen-Z: This is my prediction
High stakes for Kenya and EAC as elections test Kagame's mettle
The ruling RPF has to avoid suffering the fate of other monolithic parties like South Africa’s ANC. Kigali is widely seen in the region to be a darling of major investors seeking new opportunities
By 5 months ago
High stakes for Kenya and EAC as elections test Kagame's mettle
Why journalists must stick to truth, facts
Objective journalism can challenge stereotypes, correct misinformation, and promote a nuanced understanding of the continent.
By 5 months ago
Why journalists must stick to truth, facts
From gunfire to a safe haven, it's a fresh start for ex-child soldiers
Rwanda’s reintegration commission has so far rehabilitated some 13,000 former combatants.
By 5 months ago
From gunfire to a safe haven, it's a fresh start for ex-child soldiers
Touting his development record, Kagame kicks off campaign for fourth term
Kagame may have faced criticism but nonetheless, political analysts say his re-election isn’t in doubt.
By 5 months ago
Touting his development record, Kagame kicks off campaign for fourth term
Knee-jerk approach to issues our undoing
Magistrate Monica Kivuti’s death has affirmed how Kenya’s knee-jerk culture is perpetuating our misery.
By 5 months ago
Knee-jerk approach to issues our undoing
Mudavadi is a man destined for a bigger pie
Prime Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Musalia Mudavadi has a unique political identity. Often perceived as a reluctant fellow who can’t hurt a fly, his calm demeanour is a weapon.
By 5 months ago
Mudavadi is a man destined for a bigger pie
EAC on brink? We've rocked the boat enough
The bloc is huffing and puffing despite us flying the ‘jumuiya’ flag.
By 6 months ago
EAC on brink? We've rocked the boat enough
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Tribes should talk often, it's an eye-opener
Limuru Three upshot was the hallmark of restlessness. Critics said it was tribal posturing.
By 6 months ago
Tribes should talk often, it's an eye-opener
Let academia clean up our political mess
Africa must rewrite its history. Let it make a fresh attempt at sound progress by all means. Since the political class has failed us, perhaps it’s time for an academia-led push for change.
By 6 months ago
Let academia clean up our political mess
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At this rate, Raila's ODM will expel everyone
Raila now alleges a state-sanctioned plan to weaken his troops. But why ostracise members whom the party badly needs to thrive?
By 6 months ago
At this rate, Raila's ODM will expel everyone
Problem isn't fake papers, it's our mindset
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua recently revived the debate at a wage bill forum in Nairobi, calling it a disgrace.
By 7 months ago
Problem isn't fake papers, it's our mindset
Mithika Linturi's fate in face of 'scapegoat epidemic'
The writer says President William Ruto’s reform agenda offers a glimmer of hope. Let decision-makers readily admit their mistakes but take timely corrective action.
By 7 months ago
Mithika Linturi's fate in face of 'scapegoat epidemic'
Ogolla, Bomas scenes and region's big task
President William Ruto, a pan-Africanist par excellence, should extend a helping hand to our pet neighbour to allow a transition from turmoil to tranquillity.
By 7 months ago
Ogolla, Bomas scenes and region's big task
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Why Natembeya is doomed to Tuju, Mboya fate
You can take this to the bank – George Natembeya will ‘tembea’ hastily like that into pre-mature political oblivion. With no clear audacity to win over his region, he risks burnout.  
By 7 months ago
Why Natembeya is doomed to Tuju, Mboya fate
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Uhuru, his 'traitors' and shaky peace bid
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has teeming oratory skills. His words often come with heavy meanings. When he speaks, you risk hearing and concluding your own things.
By 7 months ago
Uhuru, his 'traitors' and shaky peace bid
Sakaja can still avoid the Nairobi curse
On hawkers, he started on the wrong footing when, during the 2022 campaign, he got carried away by the ‘hustler’ mantra and promised them a through pass to all corners of Nairobi.
By 8 months ago
Sakaja can still avoid the Nairobi curse
Let's not play victims over lender bullying
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has lamented an ‘embarrassing’ situation he faced during the 2024 annual meetings of the World Bank and IMF in the US.
By 1 month ago
Let's not play victims over lender bullying
Why ODM, UDA should hasten merger plot
A merger will make ODM less of a Luo Nyanza party, diminishing UDA’s association with the Rift Valley. It will lead to the inclusion and formation of a force that will end the blast of tribal parties.
By 1 month ago
Why ODM, UDA should hasten merger plot
IGAD and religious leaders demand ceasefire in Sudan
The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) and prominent African religious leaders have issued a joint call for an immediate ceasefire in the war-torn Sudan.
By 1 month ago
IGAD and religious leaders demand ceasefire in Sudan
Clergy's redemption lies in hybrid regulation
I’m writing this piece from Kigali, Rwanda, where the government has just suspended the activities of 18 mainstream churches for a range of gross violations.
By 1 month ago
Clergy's redemption lies in hybrid regulation
Freedom heroes who led struggle outside the forest
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Ruto's frenzy of meetings amid public mistrust
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Chan intrigues: How Kenya shot itself in the foot
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Treasury eyes more tax revenue after Ruto signs key bills into law
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