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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 1 month ago
When internet becomes weapon against women
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 1 month ago
United opposition and the presidential system
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
The Church needs an urgent meeting before 2027
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 2 months ago
Kenya faces dilemma on online ban for minors
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 2 months ago
Ebola and politics of trust in healthcare system
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 2 months ago
Gender rule a legal promise trapped in politics
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
Open letter to Aden Duale: Mental health is Kenya's silent emergency
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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 3 months ago
Should Kenya rethink winner-takes all system?
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 3 months ago
Address financial abuse against women in Kenya
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
Why France cannot ignore the reparations issue
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
GLP-1 medicines and obesity debate in Kenya
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 1 month ago
When internet becomes weapon against women
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 1 month ago
United opposition and the presidential system
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
The Church needs an urgent meeting before 2027
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 2 months ago
Kenya faces dilemma on online ban for minors
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 2 months ago
Ebola and politics of trust in healthcare system
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 2 months ago
Gender rule a legal promise trapped in politics
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
Open letter to Aden Duale: Mental health is Kenya's silent emergency
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 3 months ago
Should Kenya rethink winner-takes all system?
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 3 months ago
Address financial abuse against women in Kenya
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
Why France cannot ignore the reparations issue
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
GLP-1 medicines and obesity debate in Kenya
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 1 month ago
When internet becomes weapon against women
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 1 month ago
United opposition and the presidential system
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
The Church needs an urgent meeting before 2027
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 2 months ago
Kenya faces dilemma on online ban for minors
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 2 months ago
Ebola and politics of trust in healthcare system
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 2 months ago
Gender rule a legal promise trapped in politics
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
Open letter to Aden Duale: Mental health is Kenya's silent emergency
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 3 months ago
Should Kenya rethink winner-takes all system?
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 3 months ago
Address financial abuse against women in Kenya
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
Why France cannot ignore the reparations issue
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
GLP-1 medicines and obesity debate in Kenya
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 1 month ago
United opposition and the presidential system
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
The Church needs an urgent meeting before 2027
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 2 months ago
Kenya faces dilemma on online ban for minors
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 2 months ago
Ebola and politics of trust in healthcare system
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 2 months ago
Gender rule a legal promise trapped in politics
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
Open letter to Aden Duale: Mental health is Kenya's silent emergency
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 3 months ago
Should Kenya rethink winner-takes all system?
How golf is changing conversations in Africa
Opinion
By Patrick Githinji
1 min ago
Parenting: The everyday moments shaping your child's future
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By Jayne Rose Gacheri
21 mins ago
CBA battle: Why health workers keep striking
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Kenya walking to infamy due to panic over next year's election
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