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Elias Mokua

Avoid curse of Kenyan polls by picking good team to head IEBC

The casualness with which the reconstitution of IEBC has been done tells of a deep interest in managing the affairs of the commission from the backdoor.

By Elias Mokua 17 days ago

Avoid curse of Kenyan polls by picking good team to head IEBC

What leaders should learn from Jesus' washing of disciples feet

What leaders should learn from Jesus' washing of disciples feet

By Elias Mokua 23 days ago

Claims and counterclaims a call to fix our governance systems

Claims and counterclaims a call to fix our governance systems

By Elias Mokua 1 month ago

'Ruto Must Go' and Foucault's 'refusal to be governed' counsel

'Ruto Must Go' and Foucault's 'refusal to be governed' counsel

By Elias Mokua 1 month ago

Firmly protect churches from politicians with ulterior motives

The recent strong stand by Catholic Bishops and the ACK Archbishop Jackson Ole Sapit has reiterated that places of worship should be used only for the purpose for which they exist: Worship

By Elias Mokua 1 month ago

Firmly protect churches from politicians with ulterior motives

Kenyans won't dread paying taxes if money was spent well

Kenyan parliamentarians generous salaries and numerous privileges raise serious concerns about whether taxpayers are getting value for their money.

By Elias Mokua 1 month ago

Kenyans won't dread paying taxes if money was spent well

There's an unstoppable political paradigm shift taking shape

Kenyans are yearning for a political culture of authenticity. They are looking for leaders who are not hiding under shadows.

By Elias Mokua 1 month ago

There's an unstoppable political paradigm shift taking shape

It is evil to amass wealth at the expense of other human beings

The wealth generated from the misappropriation of public funds is enough to feed every single Kenyan and provide free basic medical care and universal education.

By Elias Mokua 2 months ago

It is evil to amass wealth at the expense of other human beings

These issues are likely to trigger post-election violence in 2027

The signs are already evident, and without proper preparation, we risk repeating past mistakes that have led to post-election violence, political instability, and national disillusionment.

By Elias Mokua 2 months ago

These issues are likely to trigger post-election violence in 2027

US aid freeze a reminder that Kenya's destiny is in our hands

The recent move by US President Donald Trump to freeze what it deemed non-essential expenditure in Africa and other regions has triggered a wave of shock and disbelief.

By Elias Mokua 2 months ago

US aid freeze a reminder that Kenya's destiny is in our hands

Azimio, Kenya Kwanza contest exposes deceit to electoral laws

Court ruling affirming Azimio as the majority party in Parliament not only challenges entrenched power structures but also reaffirms that this manipulation of the law is far from a relic of the past.

By Elias Mokua 2 months ago

Azimio, Kenya Kwanza contest exposes deceit to electoral laws

Ruto's challenger has a defined mission and clear path

Any serious challenger must articulate an unshakable commitment to ending graft, backed by a clear roadmap that links tax policy to public service improvements.

By Elias Mokua 3 months ago

Ruto's challenger has a defined mission and clear path

Voters should be blamed more than politicians who bribe them

Voter bribery remains a pressing issue in Kenya. It undermines the principles of ethical governance and, more fundamentally, the essence of human dignity.

By Elias Mokua 3 months ago

Voters should be blamed more than politicians who bribe them

Giving students second chance at KCSE exam an excellent idea

The Kenya National Examination Council has invited students who missed their Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education examination or those who wish to retake it.

By Elias Mokua 3 months ago

Giving students second chance at KCSE exam an excellent idea

Broad-based government risks undermining our democracy

It is understandable that the Kenya Kwanza coalition government, with its public trust deficit, seeks to expand and strengthen "the broad-based government.

By Elias Mokua 4 months ago

Broad-based government risks undermining our democracy

Of Jesus' birth and leaders who still behave like King Herod

The political conflicts that have resulted in hundreds of people losing their lives because some King somewhere feels threatened to lose power remind us of the misconception of leadership.

By Elias Mokua 4 months ago

Of Jesus' birth and leaders who still behave like King Herod

Churches have right to decline donations that cause division and confusion

Normally, the donation has to be provided unconditionally and without intention on the part of the giver to directly or indirectly using the church for political gain.

By Elias Mokua 4 months ago

Churches have right to decline donations that cause division and confusion

Stop emotional exploitation of gullible Kenyans by politicians

Those of us who easily clap, cheer, and praise politicians in the heat of the moment need to listen keenly to the caution not to "applaud and validate lies.

By Elias Mokua 5 months ago

Stop emotional exploitation of gullible Kenyans by politicians

What Gen Z should do, not do to defeat older politicians in 2027

Some of us, older citizens, fully support your cause to correct our failures to steady the economy and imbue values into our political space.

By Elias Mokua 5 months ago

What Gen Z should do, not do to defeat older politicians in 2027

There is no difference between Kenyan politics and shadow plays

This high-profile political drama in Parliament and formal legal processes in the courts, thrust the voter into an immersive civic education experience.

By Elias Mokua 6 months ago

There is no difference between Kenyan politics and shadow plays

Tackle corruption and you will have enough to pay workers well

Corruption scandals reported in the media for the last five years, leave no doubt that Kenya has the resources to justly remunerate civil servants.

By Elias Mokua 6 months ago

Tackle corruption and you will have enough to pay workers well

Stop ignoring religious leaders' views on issues of national concern

The sense of bewilderment at the poor government service delivery is palpable among many religious leaders.

By Elias Mokua 6 months ago

Stop ignoring religious leaders' views on issues of national concern

When political drama ends, you might find your lives dented

With so much political drama around the Deputy President's impeachment, someone could be taking advantage of our gaze at the political spectacle and dangerously reversing into our means of survival

By Elias Mokua 6 months ago

When political drama ends, you might find your lives dented

What Gachagua's public defence revealed about the government

The Deputy President's self-staged and executed public defence on the allegations listed as grounds for his impeachment brought out useful details on how the Kenya Kwanza government operates.

By Elias Mokua 7 months ago

What Gachagua's public defence revealed about the government

Failure to involve intellectuals in decision making is hurting Kenya

The lack of well-reasoned, informed discussions in Parliament, county assemblies, and the media has produced weak and disjointed policies at the national and county levels

By Elias Mokua 7 months ago

Failure to involve intellectuals in decision making is hurting Kenya

Two theories that explain Kenya Kwanza's unfolding dirty games

Kenya Kwanza promised unity and a cohesive national agenda, however, factions have emerged within the government, each spewing threats against the other in public forums

By Elias Mokua 7 months ago

Two theories that explain Kenya Kwanza's unfolding dirty games

Why churches should not have funds drive in 2026

In the past, the number of politicians invited to church functions tripled over the election campaign period than any other time

By Elias Mokua 7 months ago

Why churches should not have funds drive in 2026

Develop sports to create jobs and business opportunities

Sports development represents an obvious and accessible opportunity to tap into youth talent for national development.

By Elias Mokua 7 months ago

Develop sports to create jobs and business opportunities

It's tough being public relations manager for Kenyan politicians

Managing public relations for political outfits is no mean feat, It's a demanding job that requires more than just the typical PR toolkit.

By Elias Mokua 8 months ago

It's tough being public relations manager for Kenyan politicians

Opposition has failed to keep Ruto government on its toes

Government appears to is either powerful for the opposition to challenge or the opposition itself is too fragmented and disorganised to fulfill its constitutional mandate.

By Elias Mokua 8 months ago

Opposition has failed to keep Ruto government on its toes

Public office holders have duty to improve the lives of citizens

Being in government means providing quality, tangible and legacy services to the citizens.

By Elias Mokua 8 months ago

Public office holders have duty to improve the lives of citizens

Provide affordable laptops and connect schools to the internet

For CBC to fully achieve its goals, every teacher and learner should have access to a laptop, supported by reliable internet connectivity in all schools across the country.

By Elias Mokua 8 months ago

Provide affordable laptops and connect schools to the internet

Raila owes Kenyans explanation why he disowned worthy cause

I am not sure who asked for a government of national unity as a solution to the problems we have.

By Elias Mokua 9 months ago

Raila owes Kenyans explanation why he disowned worthy cause

Gen Z's dream shouldn't get lost amid ongoing political changes

The focus has shifted from the Gen Z grievances to the composition of the proposed Cabinet.

By Elias Mokua 9 months ago

Gen Z's dream shouldn't get lost amid ongoing political changes

For Ruto's regime to succeed, it must first cultivate public trust

To a few people, some politicians can be trusted. There are always exceptions.

By Elias Mokua 9 months ago

For Ruto's regime to succeed, it must first cultivate public trust

Calling snap polls would result in a win-win outcome for Kenya

A patriotic gesture of empathy and reconciliation where people felt aggrieved would have given priceless legitimacy to the Kenya Kwanza presidency.

By Elias Mokua 9 months ago

Calling snap polls would result in a win-win outcome for Kenya

Ruto is under siege but his men and women aren't helping him

The Presidency is struggling to defend itself.

By Elias Mokua 10 months ago

Ruto is under siege but his men and women aren't helping him

National anthem, the glue that holds Generation Z together

Of all songs Gen Z knows, what united them near and far, at least when together during the protest is the national anthem.

By Elias Mokua 10 months ago

National anthem, the glue that holds Generation Z together

Why 'GenZ' will stand up for justice more than anyone else

GenZ individuals are sharper and more intuitive than they are often credited for.

By Elias Mokua 10 months ago

Why 'GenZ' will stand up for justice more than anyone else

Without adequate funds, we'll not achieve much from CBC

CBC student too are likely to graduate like their 8-4-4 predecessors to join the thousands of job-seekers.

By Elias Mokua 10 months ago

Without adequate funds, we'll not achieve much from CBC

President and DP engaging in politics of pity; it's dangerous

We have set our bar for leadership too low. We need visionary leaders who will foster a culture of nationhood.

By Elias Mokua 11 months ago

President and DP engaging in politics of pity; it's dangerous

What widening cracks in Kenya Kwanza says about our politics

The internal strife within Kenya Kwanza highlights a significant constitutional contradiction: The notion that power resides with the people.

By Elias Mokua 11 months ago

What widening cracks in Kenya Kwanza says about our politics

Is this why corruption is rife in our deeply religious nation?

All of us who believe in God have an obligation to introspect and heed our conscience in the face of corruption.

By Elias Mokua 11 months ago

Is this why corruption is rife in our deeply religious nation?

It's corruption that is stealing millions of young people's jobs

Corruption plays a significant role in this, diverting resources that could otherwise be used to create jobs and improve the lives of many Kenyans.

By Elias Mokua 11 months ago

It's corruption that is stealing millions of young people's jobs

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