State should have encouraged, not suppressed Gen Zs for exposing corruption

Morara Kebaso, a Gen Z, rose to public limelight because of his role in 'The Vampire Diaries', in which he exposed corruption at its core.

By Elias Mokua 2 months ago

Key freedoms are guaranteed by Constitution, not ODM and UDA

The ODM-UDA "merger" raises interesting questions. What is the common denominator between the two? Who benefits from the strengthened relationship between the two parties?

By Elias Mokua 2 months ago

Criteria 'united opposition' can use to identify their flag-bearer

The process of identifying a presidential candidate should rise above traditional markers and instead reflect the urgency of our times.

By Elias Mokua 3 months ago

Crushing defiance and ignoring graft sends the wrong message

Ironically, it is the poor, especially low-level officers, clerks, or desperate youth, who are often arrested, prosecuted, and jailed swiftly for petty corruption.

By Elias Mokua 3 months ago

Politicians should stop using young people to fight their wars

For an elected leader or any other person in a senior position to exploit young people to protect a political agenda violently is beyond comprehension.

By Elias Mokua 3 months ago

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The recent events of abductions, forced disappearances

Recent abductions, forced disappearances, and mysterious killings push us to reflect deeply into who we are as a people: Africans. Kenyans.

By Elias Mokua 4 months ago

'New opposition' should make its presence felt in Parliament

In the context of the ongoing political realignments, it is challenging to distinguish when the government side is speaking and when the opposition side is responding in Parliament.

By Elias Mokua 4 months ago

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Why State must not snoop on Kenyans' online activities

The Bill that seeks to compel internet providers to track and report all user activity to the authorities will damage the government reputation irreparably.

By Elias Mokua 4 months ago

Citizens have power to change wanting quality of leadership

The failure of leadership at the county level in Kenya remains one of the clearest indicators of a deeper national governance crisis.

By Elias Mokua 5 months ago

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Here is your chance to help craft a citizen-friendly Finance Bill

The Finance Bill 2025 presents a critical civic moment that determines the weight every Kenyan will bear once the Bill is passed in Parliament.

By Elias Mokua 5 months ago

Development is right, not a favour from political leaders

Politicians use State resources to appear benevolent, building classrooms or digging boreholes as if funded from their own pockets

By Elias Mokua 5 months ago

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 6 months ago

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What leaders should learn from Jesus' washing of disciples feet

In African traditions, there is a belief, often with experiential evidence in families, respected ailing leader would have a premonition of his death.

By Elias Mokua 6 months ago

Claims and counterclaims a call to fix our governance systems

The high-voltage political acrimonious discourse between the current and former Kenya Kwanza top leaders is giving us the inside story of what goes on in the political elite power circles.

By Elias Mokua 6 months ago

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

More and more, Kenyans are showing they are in the mood to push boundaries.

By Elias Mokua 6 months 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 6 months ago

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 7 months ago

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 7 months ago

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 7 months ago

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 7 months ago

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 8 months ago

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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 8 months ago

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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 8 months ago

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 8 months ago

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 9 months ago

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 9 months ago

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 10 months ago

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 10 months ago

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 11 months ago

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 11 months ago

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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 11 months ago

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 11 months ago

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 1 year ago

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 1 year ago

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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 1 year ago

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 1 year ago

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 1 year ago

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 1 year ago

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 1 year ago

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 1 year ago