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Tracing the treacherous, bloody road to enactment of new laws
The long road to the 2010 constitution began in the late 1980s through agitation for political and constitutional reforms by fearless opposition leaders, clergy and civil society groups.
By 30 days ago
Tracing the treacherous, bloody road to enactment of new laws
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How Raila handshakes cause trouble in paradise
Over the past few months, Raila’s influence on President Ruto’s administration has grown, while Kindiki has been preoccupied with controversial economic empowerment programmes.
By 1 month ago
How Raila handshakes cause trouble in paradise
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Kenya facing biggest fallout in US relations
The cordial relationship between Kenya and the US since independence in 1963 is now being tested like never before after the US Senate announced it was investigating.
By 1 month ago
Kenya facing biggest fallout in US relations
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Why Ruto will stop at nothing to have Kalonzo stand beside him
It will be very unlikely for Kalonzo to join government now, when all indications point at him being the most likely opposition candidate to take on President Ruto.
By 1 month ago
Why Ruto will stop at nothing to have Kalonzo stand beside him
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Court battles bleed billions from public universities
Public universities are bleeding billions of shillings through court awards and settlements, piling onto the weight of an already crumbling higher education sector.
By 1 month ago
Court battles bleed billions from public universities
Kenyans to governors: Find something better to do with your time
Many feel the amount of money and time spent at the devolution conference was a waste
By 1 month ago
Kenyans to governors: Find something better to do with your time
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Raila allies call for shift to 'consensus democracy' sparks a political storm
The call for a national “conclave” and emerging agitation for a government based on consensus democracy has generated another round of controversy in political circles.
By 1 month ago
Raila allies call for shift to 'consensus democracy' sparks a political storm
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Why Ruto is out of his depth as he fumbles the presidency
President William Ruto was either ill-prepared for office or failed to grasp the enormous responsibilities and challenges of the esteemed position he now holds, according to critics.
By 1 month ago
Why Ruto is out of his depth as he fumbles the presidency
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Ground shifting beneath Ruto, Raila feet in Western
Wetang’ula and Mudavadi are facing a backlash on the ground from disgruntled residents.
By 2 months ago
Ground shifting beneath Ruto, Raila feet in Western
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Why Ruto-Raila will be upset with Mulembe political shift
The vitality, drive and aliveness with which both pro and anti-establishment politicians from Western Kenya have ganged up to take on President Ruto’s government is astounding.
By 2 months ago
Why Ruto-Raila will be upset with Mulembe political shift
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Experts link protest violence to 2027 vote
Chaos and looting in Mt Kenya region revives old state-sponsored playbook to suppress voter turnout. Analysts say violence is a well-planned tactic by regime supporters to scare voters.
By 2 months ago
Experts link protest violence to 2027 vote
How protests, killings are capturing global attention
The wave of bloody protests that have rocked Kenya in the last few weeks have captured world attention with prominent coverage in both the print and electronic media.
By 2 months ago
How protests, killings are capturing global attention
Kenya urged to develop the SGR belt to create jobs for economic growth
Think tanks have argued that the country is not utilising the SGR as it should and must begin transforming it into a thriving economic resource to create jobs and boost livelihoods.
By 2 months ago
Kenya urged to develop the SGR belt to create jobs for economic growth
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Why Kenya, an angry nation is sliding towards self-destruction
Never before in Kenya’s independent history has the country witnessed the outpouring of anger it is seeing now, and probably, since President William Ruto came to power in 2022.
By 2 months ago
Why Kenya, an angry nation is sliding towards self-destruction
Violent attacks against journalists highlight shrinking press freedom
President William Ruto’s administration is once again under scrutiny for undermining press freedom, following the shutdown of several television stations last week.
By 2 months ago
Violent attacks against journalists highlight shrinking press freedom
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State-goons links fuel fresh fears of rising unrest, political anarchy
Protesters allege police are shielding hired goons attacking civilians in Nairobi streets. Leaders warn unchecked violence by armed gangs could plunge country into chaos.
By 3 months ago
State-goons links fuel fresh fears of rising unrest, political anarchy
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Gen Z revolt, one year later
The youth had condemned the cosy relationship between Christians and politicians. In their protests, Gen Zs demanded a stop to harambees by politicians to the clergy.
By 3 months ago
Gen Z revolt, one year later
Were the youth demos planned or were they an organic uprising?
The epoch leadership changes created by the June 2024 Gen Z protests in Kenya are still ringing loud, not only in the country but across the African continent.
By 3 months ago
Were the youth demos planned or were they an organic uprising?
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Martha Karua: Iron lady making bold statement in local, East African politics
Karua was deported from Tanzania while attempting to observe Tindu Lissu’s trial. In Uganda, she captured attention during Kizza Besigye’s court-martial case.
By 3 months ago
Martha Karua: Iron lady making bold statement in local, East African politics
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Pressure on Samia to stop repression, account for torture
Mama Samia’s government is also under intense pressure to take responsibility and account for the detention and torture of two activists from Kenya and Tanzania who visited the country.
By 3 months ago
Pressure on Samia to stop repression, account for torture
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Attack turned homecoming tragic after 22 years in exile
On August 8, 2004, Ngugi wa Thiong’o returned to the country where he was scheduled for a month-long tour of East Africa.
By 3 months ago
Attack turned homecoming tragic after 22 years in exile
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Tracing the treacherous, bloody road to enactment of new laws
The long road to the 2010 constitution began in the late 1980s through agitation for political and constitutional reforms by fearless opposition leaders, clergy and civil society groups.
By 30 days ago
Tracing the treacherous, bloody road to enactment of new laws
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How Raila handshakes cause trouble in paradise
Over the past few months, Raila’s influence on President Ruto’s administration has grown, while Kindiki has been preoccupied with controversial economic empowerment programmes.
By 1 month ago
How Raila handshakes cause trouble in paradise
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Kenya facing biggest fallout in US relations
The cordial relationship between Kenya and the US since independence in 1963 is now being tested like never before after the US Senate announced it was investigating.
By 1 month ago
Kenya facing biggest fallout in US relations
Premium
Why Ruto will stop at nothing to have Kalonzo stand beside him
It will be very unlikely for Kalonzo to join government now, when all indications point at him being the most likely opposition candidate to take on President Ruto.
By 1 month ago
Why Ruto will stop at nothing to have Kalonzo stand beside him
Premium
Court battles bleed billions from public universities
Public universities are bleeding billions of shillings through court awards and settlements, piling onto the weight of an already crumbling higher education sector.
By 1 month ago
Court battles bleed billions from public universities
Kenyans to governors: Find something better to do with your time
Many feel the amount of money and time spent at the devolution conference was a waste
By 1 month ago
Kenyans to governors: Find something better to do with your time
Premium
Raila allies call for shift to 'consensus democracy' sparks a political storm
The call for a national “conclave” and emerging agitation for a government based on consensus democracy has generated another round of controversy in political circles.
By 1 month ago
Raila allies call for shift to 'consensus democracy' sparks a political storm
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Why Ruto is out of his depth as he fumbles the presidency
President William Ruto was either ill-prepared for office or failed to grasp the enormous responsibilities and challenges of the esteemed position he now holds, according to critics.
By 1 month ago
Why Ruto is out of his depth as he fumbles the presidency
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Ground shifting beneath Ruto, Raila feet in Western
Wetang’ula and Mudavadi are facing a backlash on the ground from disgruntled residents.
By 2 months ago
Ground shifting beneath Ruto, Raila feet in Western
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Why Ruto-Raila will be upset with Mulembe political shift
The vitality, drive and aliveness with which both pro and anti-establishment politicians from Western Kenya have ganged up to take on President Ruto’s government is astounding.
By 2 months ago
Why Ruto-Raila will be upset with Mulembe political shift
Premium
Experts link protest violence to 2027 vote
Chaos and looting in Mt Kenya region revives old state-sponsored playbook to suppress voter turnout. Analysts say violence is a well-planned tactic by regime supporters to scare voters.
By 2 months ago
Experts link protest violence to 2027 vote
How protests, killings are capturing global attention
The wave of bloody protests that have rocked Kenya in the last few weeks have captured world attention with prominent coverage in both the print and electronic media.
By 2 months ago
How protests, killings are capturing global attention
Kenya urged to develop the SGR belt to create jobs for economic growth
Think tanks have argued that the country is not utilising the SGR as it should and must begin transforming it into a thriving economic resource to create jobs and boost livelihoods.
By 2 months ago
Kenya urged to develop the SGR belt to create jobs for economic growth
Premium
Why Kenya, an angry nation is sliding towards self-destruction
Never before in Kenya’s independent history has the country witnessed the outpouring of anger it is seeing now, and probably, since President William Ruto came to power in 2022.
By 2 months ago
Why Kenya, an angry nation is sliding towards self-destruction
Violent attacks against journalists highlight shrinking press freedom
President William Ruto’s administration is once again under scrutiny for undermining press freedom, following the shutdown of several television stations last week.
By 2 months ago
Violent attacks against journalists highlight shrinking press freedom
Premium
State-goons links fuel fresh fears of rising unrest, political anarchy
Protesters allege police are shielding hired goons attacking civilians in Nairobi streets. Leaders warn unchecked violence by armed gangs could plunge country into chaos.
By 3 months ago
State-goons links fuel fresh fears of rising unrest, political anarchy
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Gen Z revolt, one year later
The youth had condemned the cosy relationship between Christians and politicians. In their protests, Gen Zs demanded a stop to harambees by politicians to the clergy.
By 3 months ago
Gen Z revolt, one year later
Were the youth demos planned or were they an organic uprising?
The epoch leadership changes created by the June 2024 Gen Z protests in Kenya are still ringing loud, not only in the country but across the African continent.
By 3 months ago
Were the youth demos planned or were they an organic uprising?
Premium
Martha Karua: Iron lady making bold statement in local, East African politics
Karua was deported from Tanzania while attempting to observe Tindu Lissu’s trial. In Uganda, she captured attention during Kizza Besigye’s court-martial case.
By 3 months ago
Martha Karua: Iron lady making bold statement in local, East African politics