As 2027 polls beckon, the Church must raise its voice

As 2027 approaches, the Church should ask candidates difficult questions about political violence, corruption, institutional independence, constitutionalism and the future of young Kenyans.

By Wanja Maina 27 days ago

How Namibia reminded me about Mau Mau

The Namibian story also shows genocide does not end when the killing stops. Its consequences travel through generations.

By Wanja Maina 1 month ago

What our politicians can learn from Cockroach party

Politicians may speak for a brief moment, but their words shape political identity, and ultimately, the future of a nation.

By Wanja Maina 1 month ago

When internet becomes weapon against women

Young women conclude that participating online is simply not worth the abuse. This growing phenomenon, often described as "radio silencing", is more than an online safety concern.

By Wanja Maina 2 months ago

United opposition and the presidential system

The internal contradictions within Kenya’s united opposition spilled into the public square last week, exposing a coalition held together more by a common opponent than a shared governing vision.

By Wanja Maina 2 months ago

The Church needs an urgent meeting before 2027

Kenya does not need a Church that competes for political influence. It needs one whose integrity, independence and prophetic courage remain beyond question. 

By Wanja Maina 2 months ago

Kenya faces dilemma on online ban for minors

Australia has implemented a world-first law banning under-16s from major social media platforms with stiff penalties for companies that fail to comply and the UK is preparing similar restrictions

By Wanja Maina 3 months ago

Ebola and politics of trust in healthcare system

Kenya’s proposed Ebola facility has sparked debate on devolution, rights, and health priorities amid concerns over governance, trust, and system preparedness.

By Wanja Maina 3 months ago

Gender rule a legal promise trapped in politics

Kenya’s challenge is not the absence of constitutional clarity, but the absence of mechanisms to convert constitutional intent into political compliance.

By Wanja Maina 3 months ago

Open letter to Aden Duale: Mental health is Kenya's silent emergency

Mental health remains one of the most underfunded areas, while the treatment gap remains as high as 75 per cent, meaning most people who need care never receive it.

By Wanja Maina 3 months ago

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Should Kenya rethink winner-takes all system?

Kenya’s 2027 General Election is already shaping up to be another high-stakes political contest.

By Wanja Maina 4 months ago

Address financial abuse against women in Kenya

This hidden form of GBV often begins before physical violence, gradually eroding a woman’s independence, self-confidence, and ability to make decisions.

By Wanja Maina 4 months ago

Why France cannot ignore the reparations issue

“Sometimes going back is moving forward.” That Ghanaian proverb captures the tension that hung over the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi.

By Wanja Maina 4 months ago

GLP-1 medicines and obesity debate in Kenya

The WHO describes obesity as a chronic disease requiring long-term, structured care.

By Wanja Maina 4 months ago

As 2027 polls beckon, the Church must raise its voice

As 2027 approaches, the Church should ask candidates difficult questions about political violence, corruption, institutional independence, constitutionalism and the future of young Kenyans.

By Wanja Maina 27 days ago

How Namibia reminded me about Mau Mau

The Namibian story also shows genocide does not end when the killing stops. Its consequences travel through generations.

By Wanja Maina 1 month ago

What our politicians can learn from Cockroach party

Politicians may speak for a brief moment, but their words shape political identity, and ultimately, the future of a nation.

By Wanja Maina 1 month ago

When internet becomes weapon against women

Young women conclude that participating online is simply not worth the abuse. This growing phenomenon, often described as "radio silencing", is more than an online safety concern.

By Wanja Maina 2 months ago

United opposition and the presidential system

The internal contradictions within Kenya’s united opposition spilled into the public square last week, exposing a coalition held together more by a common opponent than a shared governing vision.

By Wanja Maina 2 months ago

The Church needs an urgent meeting before 2027

Kenya does not need a Church that competes for political influence. It needs one whose integrity, independence and prophetic courage remain beyond question. 

By Wanja Maina 2 months ago

Kenya faces dilemma on online ban for minors

Australia has implemented a world-first law banning under-16s from major social media platforms with stiff penalties for companies that fail to comply and the UK is preparing similar restrictions

By Wanja Maina 3 months ago

Ebola and politics of trust in healthcare system

Kenya’s proposed Ebola facility has sparked debate on devolution, rights, and health priorities amid concerns over governance, trust, and system preparedness.

By Wanja Maina 3 months ago

Gender rule a legal promise trapped in politics

Kenya’s challenge is not the absence of constitutional clarity, but the absence of mechanisms to convert constitutional intent into political compliance.

By Wanja Maina 3 months ago

Open letter to Aden Duale: Mental health is Kenya's silent emergency

Mental health remains one of the most underfunded areas, while the treatment gap remains as high as 75 per cent, meaning most people who need care never receive it.

By Wanja Maina 3 months ago

Premium

Should Kenya rethink winner-takes all system?

Kenya’s 2027 General Election is already shaping up to be another high-stakes political contest.

By Wanja Maina 4 months ago

Address financial abuse against women in Kenya

This hidden form of GBV often begins before physical violence, gradually eroding a woman’s independence, self-confidence, and ability to make decisions.

By Wanja Maina 4 months ago

Why France cannot ignore the reparations issue

“Sometimes going back is moving forward.” That Ghanaian proverb captures the tension that hung over the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi.

By Wanja Maina 4 months ago

GLP-1 medicines and obesity debate in Kenya

The WHO describes obesity as a chronic disease requiring long-term, structured care.

By Wanja Maina 4 months ago

As 2027 polls beckon, the Church must raise its voice

As 2027 approaches, the Church should ask candidates difficult questions about political violence, corruption, institutional independence, constitutionalism and the future of young Kenyans.

By Wanja Maina 27 days ago

How Namibia reminded me about Mau Mau

The Namibian story also shows genocide does not end when the killing stops. Its consequences travel through generations.

By Wanja Maina 1 month ago

What our politicians can learn from Cockroach party

Politicians may speak for a brief moment, but their words shape political identity, and ultimately, the future of a nation.

By Wanja Maina 1 month ago

When internet becomes weapon against women

Young women conclude that participating online is simply not worth the abuse. This growing phenomenon, often described as "radio silencing", is more than an online safety concern.

By Wanja Maina 2 months ago

United opposition and the presidential system

The internal contradictions within Kenya’s united opposition spilled into the public square last week, exposing a coalition held together more by a common opponent than a shared governing vision.

By Wanja Maina 2 months ago

The Church needs an urgent meeting before 2027

Kenya does not need a Church that competes for political influence. It needs one whose integrity, independence and prophetic courage remain beyond question. 

By Wanja Maina 2 months ago

Kenya faces dilemma on online ban for minors

Australia has implemented a world-first law banning under-16s from major social media platforms with stiff penalties for companies that fail to comply and the UK is preparing similar restrictions

By Wanja Maina 3 months ago

Ebola and politics of trust in healthcare system

Kenya’s proposed Ebola facility has sparked debate on devolution, rights, and health priorities amid concerns over governance, trust, and system preparedness.

By Wanja Maina 3 months ago

Gender rule a legal promise trapped in politics

Kenya’s challenge is not the absence of constitutional clarity, but the absence of mechanisms to convert constitutional intent into political compliance.

By Wanja Maina 3 months ago

Open letter to Aden Duale: Mental health is Kenya's silent emergency

Mental health remains one of the most underfunded areas, while the treatment gap remains as high as 75 per cent, meaning most people who need care never receive it.

By Wanja Maina 3 months ago

Premium

Should Kenya rethink winner-takes all system?

Kenya’s 2027 General Election is already shaping up to be another high-stakes political contest.

By Wanja Maina 4 months ago

Address financial abuse against women in Kenya

This hidden form of GBV often begins before physical violence, gradually eroding a woman’s independence, self-confidence, and ability to make decisions.

By Wanja Maina 4 months ago