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Biketi Kikechi

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.

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

How Raila-Ruto deal revealed his political magic

How Raila-Ruto deal revealed his political magic

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

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

William Ruto's 2027 chances still high

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.

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.

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 2 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 2 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 2 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 2 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 2 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 2 months ago

From extradition to acquittal: Yagnesh Devani's troubling saga

Rigathi Gachagua's naivety and other lessons after speedy impeachment

Riggy G and others have now learned the need to build bridges and not to burn them and that constitutionalism and the rule of law must be protected.

By 2 months ago

Rigathi Gachagua's naivety and other lessons after speedy impeachment

How shareholding mantra became Gachagua's ultimate defeat

As Gachagua defends himself in court over political transgressions, it is his agitation for shareholding to favour a section of the country that rattled many people.

By 2 months ago

How shareholding mantra became Gachagua's ultimate defeat

Did Ruto and Senate ignore IEBC on Gachagua's impeachment?

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula, told Parliament that Deputy President nominee Kithure Kindiki received the necessary approvals and clearance from relevant institutions.

By 2 months ago

Did Ruto and Senate ignore IEBC on Gachagua's impeachment?

Will Gachagua's misfortune turn into a blessing?

While prosecuting the impeachment motion in parliament MPs argued that Rigathi Gachagua’s loose tongue could have dug his grave and he should therefore have tamed it.

By 3 months ago

Will Gachagua's misfortune turn into a blessing?

Trodden path: Parallels in fate of Gachagua and VP Karanja

As in Gachagua’s case, Karanja’s troubles began with claims that he was undermining the President and other leaders.

By 3 months ago

Trodden path: Parallels in fate of Gachagua and VP Karanja

Irony of discord among Gen Z: Will the youth hold together longer?

Gen Z movement leaders has been infiltrated by saboteurs, resulting in infighting, baying for each other’s blood and all manner of accusations against each other from its budding leaders.

By 3 months ago

Irony of discord among Gen Z: Will the youth hold together longer?

Why many state projects don't take off

Pundits believe that Ruto's administration could be good only at rhetorical talk and high-octane politics, which today include friction with his deputy.

By 3 months ago

Why many state projects don't take off

Masengeli-judiciary standoff points to growing impunity

Human rights defenders read defiance in Masengeli’s reluctance to honour summons, saying it was an act of impunity for human rights abuse and violation of the law.

By 3 months ago

Masengeli-judiciary standoff points to growing impunity

Masengeli, court clash highlights impunity by top police officers

Then acting Inspector-General of police had been summoned by a judge not once but seven times without making an appearance amid rising cases of police excesses.

By 3 months ago

Masengeli, court clash highlights impunity by top police officers

Ruto's diplomatic challenges post Gen Z protests

Kenyans have in the past demanded to be told tangible benefits the country has received from the many international trips President Ruto has made since he took office.

By 4 months ago

Ruto's diplomatic challenges post Gen Z protests

How Ruto's loyalty to friends has shaped his leadership

President William Ruto has used the loyalty and friendship yardstick as a key hallmark in his leadership, retaining close allies in his cabinet despite demands by Kenyans.

By 4 months ago

How Ruto's loyalty to friends has shaped his leadership

How William Ruto can balance foreign ambitions amid local backlash

President Ruto has resumed his international trips after a lull following Gen Z protests as critics say the biggest challenge is outlining gains Kenyans reap from his many travels.

By 4 months ago

How William Ruto can balance foreign ambitions amid local backlash

Why constitution should be amended

Constitutional experts argue that the 2010 constitution now needs to be amended because it was largely influenced by political interests through a give-and-take.

By 4 months ago

Why constitution should be amended

Why Ruto's administration was shaken barely two years in office

Ruto focused more on tax collection and debt repayment while corruption and bad governance persisted before suffering the ignominy of seeking help from ODM to steady his government.

By 4 months ago

Why Ruto's administration was shaken barely two years in office

How Kalonzo can use Azimio's confusion to fill vacuum left by Raila

Opposition leader has joined President Ruto to form a broad-based government with pundits saying the Wiper boss should work with Gen Zs to create a strong opposition.

By 4 months ago

How Kalonzo can use Azimio's confusion to fill vacuum left by Raila

Raila Odinga's reform legacy at stake as ODM members join Ruto Cabinet

Raila Odinga insists he is committed to fighting for meaningful change in governance but his decision to enter into an alliance with President Ruto may have damaged his reform legacy.

By 5 months ago

Raila Odinga's reform legacy at stake as ODM members join Ruto Cabinet

Why MPs vetting of CS nominees needs overhaul to raise integrity bar

Vetting committee takes time to shower praises on some nominees instead of pressing them to defend their suitability to serve.

By 5 months ago

Why MPs vetting of CS nominees needs overhaul to raise integrity bar

Can Ruto learn from past leaders' mistakes in handling protests?

Unlike past presidents, Ruto has little wiggle room because he must stick to the rule of law as provided for in the Constitution 2010 that he swore to protect when he assumed office.

By 5 months ago

Can Ruto learn from past leaders' mistakes in handling protests?

Ruto-Raila 'deal': Lessons from 2008 power sharing experiment paints gloomy picture

The Kibaki, Raila power-sharing after the 2007 contested polls failed to address some key concerns of the people, including corruption.

By 5 months ago

Ruto-Raila 'deal': Lessons from 2008 power sharing experiment paints gloomy picture

Broad-based government litmus test for Ruto and Raila

Ruto is now resting easy knowing he has somehow managed to share the baggage and the tough task of raising money to meet the budget will be shouldered by a Cabinet Secretary from ODM.

By 5 months ago

Broad-based government litmus test for Ruto and Raila

Bromance with Raila is no panacea to protests by Gen Zs

Ruto is taking a gamble both for his survival now and possible realignment for his 2027 re-election bid by creating room for more coalition partners.

By 5 months ago

Bromance with Raila is no panacea to protests by Gen Zs

Youth movement set to fill vacuum if Raila and ODM join government

President Ruto now needs Raila for political survival and more control of parliament with an astounding majority that ODM will provide.

By 5 months ago

Youth movement set to fill vacuum if Raila and ODM join government

Opposition is missing the mark as Ruto struggles, analysts now say

Analysts argue that Kenya's opposition should lead Gen Z to build a framework that will help address governance issues.

By 5 months ago

Opposition is missing the mark as Ruto struggles, analysts now say

If Moi and Kibaki had baptism by fire, Ruto has been to hell and back

Analysts say Ruto had to do something radical for his own political survival.

By 6 months ago

If Moi and Kibaki had baptism by fire, Ruto has been to hell and back

Saba Saba Day remembered as Gen Z leads new fight for change

The youth have formed one constituency to protest without being tied down by politicians raising the same issues as those of Saba Saba riots.

By 6 months ago

Saba Saba Day remembered as Gen Z leads new fight for change

Life and times of Maina Wanjigi, a man with great reach, influence

James Maina Wanjigi joined politics in 1969 when he vied for Kamukunji parliamentary seat and won after the assassination of MP Tom Mboya.

By 6 months ago

Life and times of Maina Wanjigi, a man with great reach, influence

How excesses by ruling elite pushed young people over the tipping point

Unlike in the past, budget-making is now a transparent and open process that is all inclusive and requires Kenyans to give views

By 6 months ago

How excesses by ruling elite pushed young people over the tipping point

Analysts now say the Constitution is breeding rebellious DPs

Political pundits say Gachagua is emboldened by the 2010 Constitution because he was elected on a twin ticket, unlike vice presidents who served at the discretion of presidents

By 7 months ago

Analysts now say the Constitution is breeding rebellious DPs

Uhuru: From media basher to media darling

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta not only loathed and disparaged the media when he was in power but also played a major role in crippling many media houses.

By 7 months ago

Uhuru: From media basher to media darling

Why all Kenya's political leaders prefer to latch onto tribal card

Pundits claim tirade against Gachagua is more about fear of losing support in Mt Kenya region than pacification of the country.

By 7 months ago

Why all Kenya's political leaders prefer to latch onto tribal card

Is the running UDA chaos a usual ploy or could it be a serious Gachagua push-out?

President William Ruto’s young government has grappled with many multi-billion shilling scams raised. Others think that Gachagua’s body language shows that he is a man under siege.

By 7 months ago

Is the running UDA chaos a usual ploy or could it be a serious Gachagua push-out?

UDA looks set to follow beaten path of former powerful parties

The ruling party has been rocked by squabbles revolving around President Ruto with his deputy Gachagua.

By 7 months ago

UDA looks set to follow beaten path of former powerful parties

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