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Samia crackdown on EAC citizens curtails freedoms and democracy

Tanzania President Samia Suluhu Hassan demonstrated last week that ordinary citizens in the so called Jumuiya Ya AfriKa Mashariki (EAC) are not as free as envisaged in the treaty.

Samia crackdown on EAC citizens curtails freedoms and democracy

Suluhu grabs unfavourable global attention ahead of elections

Suluhu grabs unfavourable global attention ahead of elections

Can Kenya break the cycle? The search for credible leadership ahead of 2027

Can Kenya break the cycle? The search for credible leadership ahead of 2027

Ruto's blunders in front of foreign dignitaries keep piling up

Ruto's blunders in front of foreign dignitaries keep piling up

Beyond the shoe: What the Ruto incident reveals about public discontent

Episode shows growing frustration over inflation, tax hikes and declining economy. Analysts urge government to offer real solutions to ease financial burden on Kenyans.

Beyond the shoe: What the Ruto incident reveals about public discontent

Growing calls to hold police, their seniors to account for breaking laws

Pundits, experts and ordinary Kenyans are also calling for accountability from police officers and more police service reforms

Growing calls to hold police, their seniors to account for breaking laws

War of words between Executive and COG is a threat to devolution

The escalating feud between governors, MPs, and the national executive is betraying spirit of devolution

War of words between Executive and COG is a threat to devolution

Spirit of Ruto's China trip amid Trump tariffs and need for caution

President William Ruto’s state visit to China in the background of the raging global trade war sparked by the US puts to test Kenya’s non-alignment foreign policy against its economic interests.

Spirit of Ruto's China trip amid Trump tariffs and need for caution

Assault on human rights: When the government freezes artistic expression

The police action on Butere Girls High School drama students will go down in history as one of the most unfortunate assaults against freedom of expression by government forces in Kenya

Assault on human rights: When the government freezes artistic expression

In Kibaki's memory: Ruto's regime lacks policy guidance

Public discontent is palpable, with daily lamentations on the streets signaling a loss of faith in the government.Some remain optimistic about Kenya

In Kibaki's memory: Ruto's regime lacks policy guidance

Why Kenya's name could come up in Sudan's case against UAE

Two months ago, Sudan lodged a strong protest, accusing Kenya of supporting the RSF and its activities, including the alleged establishment of a parallel government in Nairobi.

Why Kenya's name could come up in Sudan's case against UAE

Ruto's crowds: Are the numbers lying or is the Mountain still with him?

President William Ruto’s supporters insist that the large turnout shows the faith and confidence that voters in the region still have in his leadership.

Ruto's crowds: Are the numbers lying or is the Mountain still with him?

Intimidating Kenyans? Debate rages on remarks of Haji, CDF Kahariri

Comments by Charles Kahariri and Noordin Haji to the effect that the two security units are opening up to the public and getting involved in civic matters have generated a hot debate.

By 2 months ago

Intimidating Kenyans? Debate rages on remarks of Haji, CDF Kahariri

Beyond the handshake: How Raila peace deal with Ruto stands out

In addition to rewarding his allies with powerful Cabinet positions and other lucrative appointments, President Ruto has also ensured that Raila enjoys the trappings of power.

By 2 months ago

Beyond the handshake: How Raila peace deal with Ruto stands out

What next for Raila as ODM abandons watchdog role?

The reality is that Raila is no longer actively working with the opposition colleagues in demanding for accountability.

By 2 months ago

What next for Raila as ODM abandons watchdog role?

Ruto, Raila new deal is a replay of old record

The Ruto-Raila relationship blossomed during the 2007 election campaigns and in the Grand Coalition Government.

By 2 months ago

Ruto, Raila new deal is a replay of old record

Raila's entry into government alienates Kindiki and Mudavadi

Ruto has reached out to Raila at a time when Kindiki is struggling to deal with Gachagua’s resurgence in their Mt Kenya backyard.

By 2 months ago

Raila's entry into government alienates Kindiki and Mudavadi

Why Raila could be headed for PM position in new deal with Ruto

Nadco report could be rushed through Parliament to create the office of prime minister. ODM leader is said to be pushing for more Cabinet and Principal Secretary slots.

By 2 months ago

Why Raila could be headed for PM position in new deal with Ruto

Who gains from Raila-Ruto deal? Experts differ on value of pact

Raila will need to present a well-thought-out and convincing decision when he addresses the country next week.

By 2 months ago

Who gains from Raila-Ruto deal? Experts differ on value of pact

ODM turns 20 as opinion split on path to power after myriad deals

Raila appears to be tightening his control on the party despite his advanced age, showing little sign of creating an alternative ODM leadership.

By 2 months ago

ODM turns 20 as opinion split on path to power after myriad deals

Gen Muhoozi: The Four-star brat

General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has been warning of his imminent attack of the DRC region of Bunia, where he claims “his people” the Bahima-Tutsi clansmen, are being persecuted.

By 3 months ago

Gen Muhoozi: The Four-star brat

How William Ruto's dalliance with RSF risks isolating Kenya

Kenya’s decision to facilitate a Sudan militia group, the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), to declare the establishment a parallel government is sending shock waves in political and diplomatic circles.

By 3 months ago

How William Ruto's dalliance with RSF risks isolating Kenya

Kizza Besigye: Betrayed by Kenya

Kenya’s role in Besigye’s abduction raises concerns about its commitment to human rights.Uganda’s alleged violation of regional treaties puts Kenya’s diplomatic integrity under intense scrutiny.

By 3 months ago

Kizza Besigye: Betrayed by Kenya

Uhuru roars back, but how will his return influence the 2027 election?

As the clock ticks down to 2027, former President Uhuru Kenyatta’s ambition to unite the opposition is a high-stakes gamble

By 3 months ago

Uhuru roars back, but how will his return influence the 2027 election?

Could Lenny Kivuti be the man to replace Muturi?

As CS Muturi’s tensions with President Ruto grow, all eyes are on whether he will stand firm, resign or wait to face the axe. The question of his replacement is heating up.

By 3 months ago

Could Lenny Kivuti be the man to replace Muturi?

Africa urged to take up seat at the table in clean energy push

African countries are doubling down on efforts to harness large quantities of mineral resources to unlock supply challenges and use them for energy transition.

By 4 months ago

Africa urged to take up seat at the table in clean energy push

This man Muturi: Strategic planner or seasoned wily opportunist?

Political analysts who have followed his career over the decades say he is simply unpredictable. He abandoned his longtime friend Uhuru Kenyatta in 2022 to support Ruto, who Uhuru opposed.

By 4 months ago

This man Muturi: Strategic planner or seasoned wily opportunist?

Passage: Independence era leader Munoko's dark and light heritage

At 102 years, the minister in Moi’s government was among the few still going strong.Munoko served at a time when the government became increasingly autocratic.

By 4 months ago

Passage: Independence era leader Munoko's dark and light heritage

How Raila-Ruto deal revealed his political magic

The formation of a broad-based government after the Gen Z protests shows he is an indomitable force in Kenya’s politics with his political journey as a testament to resilience, strategy.

By 5 months ago

How Raila-Ruto deal revealed his political magic

Ruto's legendary thick skin cracks and now takes aim at his critics

President William Ruto, since taking office in 2022, has either ignored or laughed off attacks from critics and naysayers opposed to his projects.

By 5 months ago

Ruto's legendary thick skin cracks and now takes aim at his critics

William Ruto's 2027 chances still high

He still has the support of all MPs from the larger Meru plus a number from Mt Kenya West. After developing a bromance with Raila, Ruto can count on votes from western Kenya.

By 5 months ago

William Ruto's 2027 chances still high

Ruto turns tables, plays hidden cards to outplay critics

Halting the Adani deals has helped President Ruto lessen the pressure on his government and himself, although this may turn out to be a temporary relief.

By 6 months ago

Ruto turns tables, plays hidden cards to outplay critics

Church reclaims its voice after two decades of silence and compromise

Last week, Catholic bishops called out the Government’s failures amid rising public discontent. This bold critique evoked the era of clerics who advocated for change in the 1990s.

By 6 months ago

Church reclaims its voice after two decades of silence and compromise

Is it a wave of change or accidental windfall as incumbents lose hold?

Dramatic presidential elections in Africa have seen incumbents suffer heavy losses to the opposition.

By 6 months ago

Is it a wave of change or accidental windfall as incumbents lose hold?

Addressing legal, security hurdles of China's 'Belt and Road' projects

Legal and security challenges are among key issues identified as bottlenecks affecting development projects being undertaken by China in Africa.

By 6 months ago

Addressing legal, security hurdles of China's 'Belt and Road' projects

Worlds apart: How Kindiki's tenure is likely to differ from Gachagua's

Kindiki is the complete opposite of the man he succeeded, whose no-holds-barred style often put him at odds with his boss. He is not controversial and is more cautious with his words.

By 6 months ago

Worlds apart: How Kindiki's tenure is likely to differ from Gachagua's

Inside court's ruling to halt Anglo-Leasing long legal battle

Like in the case against Yagnesh Devani and Triton Oil Ltd where lack of witnesses led to his acquittal, the Sh7.05 billion Anglo-Leasing case was thrown out for lack of evidence.

By 6 months ago

Inside court's ruling to halt Anglo-Leasing long legal battle

How tycoons and top officals used web of banks to loot over Sh158.3b

The exact amount of money that the country lost has never been established, but an audit done by a British tax expert said Sh158.3 billion was pilfered.

By 6 months ago

How tycoons and top officals used web of banks to loot over Sh158.3b

From extradition to acquittal: Yagnesh Devani's troubling saga

In 2008, businessman Yagnesh Devani joined a long list of other tycoons of Asian origin who have in the past fled after getting involved in mega corruption scandals

By 6 months ago

From extradition to acquittal: Yagnesh Devani's troubling saga

Beyond the shoe: What the Ruto incident reveals about public discontent

Episode shows growing frustration over inflation, tax hikes and declining economy. Analysts urge government to offer real solutions to ease financial burden on Kenyans.

Beyond the shoe: What the Ruto incident reveals about public discontent

Growing calls to hold police, their seniors to account for breaking laws

Pundits, experts and ordinary Kenyans are also calling for accountability from police officers and more police service reforms

Growing calls to hold police, their seniors to account for breaking laws

War of words between Executive and COG is a threat to devolution

The escalating feud between governors, MPs, and the national executive is betraying spirit of devolution

War of words between Executive and COG is a threat to devolution

Spirit of Ruto's China trip amid Trump tariffs and need for caution

President William Ruto’s state visit to China in the background of the raging global trade war sparked by the US puts to test Kenya’s non-alignment foreign policy against its economic interests.

Spirit of Ruto's China trip amid Trump tariffs and need for caution

Assault on human rights: When the government freezes artistic expression

The police action on Butere Girls High School drama students will go down in history as one of the most unfortunate assaults against freedom of expression by government forces in Kenya

Assault on human rights: When the government freezes artistic expression

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