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How Iran's retaliation threatens Kenya's economy, security
The Middle East plunged into a new and dangerous chapter after the US and Israel launched coordinated military strikes against Iran Saturday, killing Supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khemenei.
By Robert Kituyi 1 month ago
How Iran's retaliation threatens Kenya's economy, security
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Missing political supremo, the vacuum disturbing ODM
For Kenya’s opposition politics, the death of Raila Odinga last October in India provoked a comparable moment of reckoning.
By Robert Kituyi 1 month ago
Missing political supremo, the vacuum disturbing ODM
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Can Sifuna lead restless Kenyans to Canaan?
Sifuna’s reception beyond ODM’s conventional base, coupled with his attempted ouster as ODM Secretary General, has amplified the perception that he is the credible heir to the opposition mantle.
By Robert Kituyi 1 month ago
Can Sifuna lead restless Kenyans to Canaan?
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From Moses to Joshua: ODM's journey to 'Caanan' after Raila
We talk about liberation, about journeys like the current one to Singapore, about crossing rivers and entering “Canaan.” For decades, one man carried that promise on his shoulders: Raila Odinga.
By Robert Kituyi 1 month ago
From Moses to Joshua: ODM's journey to 'Caanan' after Raila
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ODM crowd in Busia roars support for Sifuna led team, rejects Oburu
Speakers were interrupted by chants demanding respect for dissenting views within ODM and an end to intimidation of leaders opposed to cooperation with the government.
By Robert Kituyi 1 month ago
ODM crowd in Busia roars support for Sifuna led team, rejects Oburu
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Why ODM's conformist wing is desperate for a deal with UDA
For decades, a number of ODM politicians never won elections on the strength of their own political capital.
By Robert Kituyi 2 months ago
Why ODM's conformist wing is desperate for a deal with UDA
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It's Museveni's seventh heaven, democracy's hell
President Museveni's victory places him among African leaders whose longevity has been sustained by political systems that progressively narrow the space for genuine competition.
By Robert Kituyi 2 months ago
It's Museveni's seventh heaven, democracy's hell
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Ugandans head to the polls amid tight controls, muted opposition
Heavy security, arrests, internet shut down and suspension of civil society groups mar exercise.
By Robert Kituyi 2 months ago
Ugandans head to the polls amid tight controls, muted opposition
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Uganda: Election fever, fear, and a fractured republic
President Museveni, who has governed Uganda since when most of these young people were not yet born, is campaigning for another term under the slogan “Protecting the Gains.”
By Robert Kituyi 2 months ago
Uganda: Election fever, fear, and a fractured republic
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The origin of America's big brother syndrome
In one of the most extraordinary and controversial foreign policy actions of the 21st century, the US carried out a military operation in Venezuela that resulted in the capture of Nicolás Maduro.
By Robert Kituyi 2 months ago
The origin of America's big brother syndrome
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East Africa ushers in the New Year carrying unresolved political, economic wounds
As 2025 ends, East Africa enters the New Year weighed down by unresolved political tensions, shrinking civic space, and a rapidly shifting global order that has left the region more exposed.
By Robert Kituyi 3 months ago
East Africa ushers in the New Year carrying unresolved political, economic wounds
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Syokimau residents expose cartels abusing system, seizing public land
The Syokimau Residents Association has raised concerns over what it describes as “deeply entrenched and well-coordinated” land cartels operating with impunity in the area.
By Robert Kituyi 3 months ago
Syokimau residents expose cartels abusing system, seizing public land
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Ruto's animal farm and his art of political, economic gaslighting
Dr Ruto’s governance style reads like a blend of the Squealer and Potemkin village metaphors.
By Robert Kituyi 4 months ago
Ruto's animal farm and his art of political, economic gaslighting
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Kenya's diplomacy clouded by foreign supply routes for RSF
Security analysts say Kenya must urgently explain how crates marked with its identifiers were found in an RSF warehouse.
By Robert Kituyi 4 months ago
Kenya's diplomacy clouded by foreign supply routes for RSF
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How Samia's rule is fueling East Africa's rise as repression hub
Once hailed as a symbol of renewal, Samia Suluhu’s reign now mirrors authoritarian excess.
By Robert Kituyi 4 months ago
How Samia's rule is fueling East Africa's rise as repression hub
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Tanzania's post-election clampdown now targets Kenyans
At the Namanga border post, the busiest crossing between Kenya and Tanzania, security that now includes military was dramatically reinforced.
By Robert Kituyi 5 months ago
Tanzania's post-election clampdown now targets Kenyans
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Why Suluhu was sworn into office without cheering crowds, songs of unity
When Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan, 65, took the oath of office for her second term on Monday, the scene was a stark departure from the hopeful celebrations four years ago.
By Robert Kituyi 5 months ago
Why Suluhu was sworn into office without cheering crowds, songs of unity
Tanzania election marred with violence, low turnout and internet disruption
In Dar-es-Salaam, multiple polling stations in Ubungo, Kimara, and near Mlimani City Mall were reportedly attacked and set ablaze by unidentified groups early this morning.
By Robert Kituyi 5 months ago
Tanzania election marred with violence, low turnout and internet disruption
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We buried a hero on Sunday and crowned 'hypocrites' on Monday
On Mashujaa Day, as the nation celebrated more than 180 individuals nominated as “heroes”, Parliament’s “honour roll” stood out like a scar on our collective conscience.
By Robert Kituyi 5 months ago
We buried a hero on Sunday and crowned 'hypocrites' on Monday
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Kenya's political earthquake starts as nation lays Raila Odinga to rest
The fierce, unpredictable, and potentially transformative battle for Raila's political crown begins in earnest tomorrow morning.
By Robert Kituyi 5 months ago
Kenya's political earthquake starts as nation lays Raila Odinga to rest
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How Iran's retaliation threatens Kenya's economy, security
The Middle East plunged into a new and dangerous chapter after the US and Israel launched coordinated military strikes against Iran Saturday, killing Supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khemenei.
By Robert Kituyi 1 month ago
How Iran's retaliation threatens Kenya's economy, security
Premium
Missing political supremo, the vacuum disturbing ODM
For Kenya’s opposition politics, the death of Raila Odinga last October in India provoked a comparable moment of reckoning.
By Robert Kituyi 1 month ago
Missing political supremo, the vacuum disturbing ODM
Premium
Can Sifuna lead restless Kenyans to Canaan?
Sifuna’s reception beyond ODM’s conventional base, coupled with his attempted ouster as ODM Secretary General, has amplified the perception that he is the credible heir to the opposition mantle.
By Robert Kituyi 1 month ago
Can Sifuna lead restless Kenyans to Canaan?
Premium
From Moses to Joshua: ODM's journey to 'Caanan' after Raila
We talk about liberation, about journeys like the current one to Singapore, about crossing rivers and entering “Canaan.” For decades, one man carried that promise on his shoulders: Raila Odinga.
By Robert Kituyi 1 month ago
From Moses to Joshua: ODM's journey to 'Caanan' after Raila
Premium
ODM crowd in Busia roars support for Sifuna led team, rejects Oburu
Speakers were interrupted by chants demanding respect for dissenting views within ODM and an end to intimidation of leaders opposed to cooperation with the government.
By Robert Kituyi 1 month ago
ODM crowd in Busia roars support for Sifuna led team, rejects Oburu
Premium
Why ODM's conformist wing is desperate for a deal with UDA
For decades, a number of ODM politicians never won elections on the strength of their own political capital.
By Robert Kituyi 2 months ago
Why ODM's conformist wing is desperate for a deal with UDA
Premium
It's Museveni's seventh heaven, democracy's hell
President Museveni's victory places him among African leaders whose longevity has been sustained by political systems that progressively narrow the space for genuine competition.
By Robert Kituyi 2 months ago
It's Museveni's seventh heaven, democracy's hell
Premium
Ugandans head to the polls amid tight controls, muted opposition
Heavy security, arrests, internet shut down and suspension of civil society groups mar exercise.
By Robert Kituyi 2 months ago
Ugandans head to the polls amid tight controls, muted opposition
Premium
Uganda: Election fever, fear, and a fractured republic
President Museveni, who has governed Uganda since when most of these young people were not yet born, is campaigning for another term under the slogan “Protecting the Gains.”
By Robert Kituyi 2 months ago
Uganda: Election fever, fear, and a fractured republic
Premium
The origin of America's big brother syndrome
In one of the most extraordinary and controversial foreign policy actions of the 21st century, the US carried out a military operation in Venezuela that resulted in the capture of Nicolás Maduro.
By Robert Kituyi 2 months ago
The origin of America's big brother syndrome
Premium
East Africa ushers in the New Year carrying unresolved political, economic wounds
As 2025 ends, East Africa enters the New Year weighed down by unresolved political tensions, shrinking civic space, and a rapidly shifting global order that has left the region more exposed.
By Robert Kituyi 3 months ago
East Africa ushers in the New Year carrying unresolved political, economic wounds
Premium
Syokimau residents expose cartels abusing system, seizing public land
The Syokimau Residents Association has raised concerns over what it describes as “deeply entrenched and well-coordinated” land cartels operating with impunity in the area.
By Robert Kituyi 3 months ago
Syokimau residents expose cartels abusing system, seizing public land
Premium
Ruto's animal farm and his art of political, economic gaslighting
Dr Ruto’s governance style reads like a blend of the Squealer and Potemkin village metaphors.
By Robert Kituyi 4 months ago
Ruto's animal farm and his art of political, economic gaslighting
Premium
Kenya's diplomacy clouded by foreign supply routes for RSF
Security analysts say Kenya must urgently explain how crates marked with its identifiers were found in an RSF warehouse.
By Robert Kituyi 4 months ago
Kenya's diplomacy clouded by foreign supply routes for RSF
Premium
How Samia's rule is fueling East Africa's rise as repression hub
Once hailed as a symbol of renewal, Samia Suluhu’s reign now mirrors authoritarian excess.
By Robert Kituyi 4 months ago
How Samia's rule is fueling East Africa's rise as repression hub
Premium
Tanzania's post-election clampdown now targets Kenyans
At the Namanga border post, the busiest crossing between Kenya and Tanzania, security that now includes military was dramatically reinforced.
By Robert Kituyi 5 months ago
Tanzania's post-election clampdown now targets Kenyans
Premium
Why Suluhu was sworn into office without cheering crowds, songs of unity
When Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan, 65, took the oath of office for her second term on Monday, the scene was a stark departure from the hopeful celebrations four years ago.
By Robert Kituyi 5 months ago
Why Suluhu was sworn into office without cheering crowds, songs of unity
Tanzania election marred with violence, low turnout and internet disruption
In Dar-es-Salaam, multiple polling stations in Ubungo, Kimara, and near Mlimani City Mall were reportedly attacked and set ablaze by unidentified groups early this morning.
By Robert Kituyi 5 months ago
Tanzania election marred with violence, low turnout and internet disruption
Premium
We buried a hero on Sunday and crowned 'hypocrites' on Monday
On Mashujaa Day, as the nation celebrated more than 180 individuals nominated as “heroes”, Parliament’s “honour roll” stood out like a scar on our collective conscience.
By Robert Kituyi 5 months ago
We buried a hero on Sunday and crowned 'hypocrites' on Monday
Premium
Kenya's political earthquake starts as nation lays Raila Odinga to rest
The fierce, unpredictable, and potentially transformative battle for Raila's political crown begins in earnest tomorrow morning.
By Robert Kituyi 5 months ago
Kenya's political earthquake starts as nation lays Raila Odinga to rest
Ruto vows crackdown on oil cartels
National
By Robert Kituyi
3 hrs ago
SGR extension to Malaba a game-changer for Kenya's growth
Opinion
By Robert Kituyi
4 hrs ago
Eat, not yet 2027!
Cartoons
By Robert Kituyi
4 hrs ago
Govt. assures stable fuel supply
National
By Robert Kituyi
4 hrs ago