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ODM leaders must sober up and stop party from fading into oblivion
The surprise 2024 working agreement with the United Democratic Alliance that birthed the broad-based government took the steam out of ODM.
By 1 month ago
ODM leaders must sober up and stop party from fading into oblivion
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Why destruction of trees will likely lead to fights over water resources
Truphena Muthoni is driven by an unadulterated love for nature, which is ably represented by trees.
By 1 month ago
Why destruction of trees will likely lead to fights over water resources
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Why councils of elders shouldn't abdicate core responsibilities for politics
In a typical case of the kettle calling the pot black, the Western Elders Forum met in Kakamega last week for two reasons.
By 1 month ago
Why councils of elders shouldn't abdicate core responsibilities for politics
Government should rescue our university education from doldrums
A ban on alcohol, drugs and wild parties in hostels and penalties for those who break the rules can enforce discipline.
By 1 month ago
Government should rescue our university education from doldrums
Mini poll wins have fortified President Ruto for epic 2027 election battle
UDA’s win in Malava and Mbeere constituencies has proven that President William Ruto doesn’t easily back off from a fight, and the opposition must rethink its strategies.
By 1 month ago
Mini poll wins have fortified President Ruto for epic 2027 election battle
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ODM's ideological stand cannot be dictated by individuals' dreams
The contest is now down to Sifuna's stand and Winnie's truth against Mbadi’s dreams.
By 2 months ago
ODM's ideological stand cannot be dictated by individuals' dreams
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Why Suluhu's despotic disposition is bad for democracy in Tanzania
The murder of citizens clamouring for democratic space is a mark of sadism.
By 2 months ago
Why Suluhu's despotic disposition is bad for democracy in Tanzania
Heed calls for stronger collaboration to bridge gap between research and implementation
Research and innovation are indispensable for achieving universal health coverage and national development priorities.
By 2 months ago
Heed calls for stronger collaboration to bridge gap between research and implementation
Ruto will bag Luo votes if he picks Mama Ida as a running-mate
Mama Ida is not only capable of harnessing Luo and national votes, she has decades of experience in political leadership and organisation, having managed the political affairs of Raila Odinga.
By 2 months ago
Ruto will bag Luo votes if he picks Mama Ida as a running-mate
Unforeseen events have conspired to give President the upper hand
President Ruto surprised many by acknowledging that Raila Odinga propped up his government when it was tottering, besieged by Gen Z, the Opposition and civil society activists.
By 3 months ago
Unforeseen events have conspired to give President the upper hand
Raila's last wish cheated community out of exploitative burial rites
Raila Odinga is one of the very few Kenyan leaders who, though jealously ‘owned’ by their ethnic groups, never lost sight of the bigger picture.
By 3 months ago
Raila's last wish cheated community out of exploitative burial rites
Raila's sickness shines spotlight on our floundering health services
Mama Ida claimed she would have taken Raila to Migori hospital for treatment if he were sick, but no, he was flown to India.
By 3 months ago
Raila's sickness shines spotlight on our floundering health services
Leaders' aversion to change is the fuel of growing youth discontent
Self-aggrandisement by the old leaders only serves to infuriate the youth who want change urgently, and they have demonstrated they are ready to force it if there is need. 
By 3 months ago
Leaders' aversion to change is the fuel of growing youth discontent
ODM leaders must sober up and stop party from fading into oblivion
The surprise 2024 working agreement with the United Democratic Alliance that birthed the broad-based government took the steam out of ODM.
By 1 month ago
ODM leaders must sober up and stop party from fading into oblivion
Premium
Why destruction of trees will likely lead to fights over water resources
Truphena Muthoni is driven by an unadulterated love for nature, which is ably represented by trees.
By 1 month ago
Why destruction of trees will likely lead to fights over water resources
Premium
Why councils of elders shouldn't abdicate core responsibilities for politics
In a typical case of the kettle calling the pot black, the Western Elders Forum met in Kakamega last week for two reasons.
By 1 month ago
Why councils of elders shouldn't abdicate core responsibilities for politics
Government should rescue our university education from doldrums
A ban on alcohol, drugs and wild parties in hostels and penalties for those who break the rules can enforce discipline.
By 1 month ago
Government should rescue our university education from doldrums
Mini poll wins have fortified President Ruto for epic 2027 election battle
UDA’s win in Malava and Mbeere constituencies has proven that President William Ruto doesn’t easily back off from a fight, and the opposition must rethink its strategies.
By 1 month ago
Mini poll wins have fortified President Ruto for epic 2027 election battle
Premium
ODM's ideological stand cannot be dictated by individuals' dreams
The contest is now down to Sifuna's stand and Winnie's truth against Mbadi’s dreams.
By 2 months ago
ODM's ideological stand cannot be dictated by individuals' dreams
Premium
Why Suluhu's despotic disposition is bad for democracy in Tanzania
The murder of citizens clamouring for democratic space is a mark of sadism.
By 2 months ago
Why Suluhu's despotic disposition is bad for democracy in Tanzania
Heed calls for stronger collaboration to bridge gap between research and implementation
Research and innovation are indispensable for achieving universal health coverage and national development priorities.
By 2 months ago
Heed calls for stronger collaboration to bridge gap between research and implementation
Ruto will bag Luo votes if he picks Mama Ida as a running-mate
Mama Ida is not only capable of harnessing Luo and national votes, she has decades of experience in political leadership and organisation, having managed the political affairs of Raila Odinga.
By 2 months ago
Ruto will bag Luo votes if he picks Mama Ida as a running-mate
Unforeseen events have conspired to give President the upper hand
President Ruto surprised many by acknowledging that Raila Odinga propped up his government when it was tottering, besieged by Gen Z, the Opposition and civil society activists.
By 3 months ago
Unforeseen events have conspired to give President the upper hand
Raila's last wish cheated community out of exploitative burial rites
Raila Odinga is one of the very few Kenyan leaders who, though jealously ‘owned’ by their ethnic groups, never lost sight of the bigger picture.
By 3 months ago
Raila's last wish cheated community out of exploitative burial rites
Raila's sickness shines spotlight on our floundering health services
Mama Ida claimed she would have taken Raila to Migori hospital for treatment if he were sick, but no, he was flown to India.
By 3 months ago
Raila's sickness shines spotlight on our floundering health services
Leaders' aversion to change is the fuel of growing youth discontent
Self-aggrandisement by the old leaders only serves to infuriate the youth who want change urgently, and they have demonstrated they are ready to force it if there is need. 
By 3 months ago
Leaders' aversion to change is the fuel of growing youth discontent
ODM leaders must sober up and stop party from fading into oblivion
The surprise 2024 working agreement with the United Democratic Alliance that birthed the broad-based government took the steam out of ODM.
By 1 month ago
ODM leaders must sober up and stop party from fading into oblivion
Premium
Why destruction of trees will likely lead to fights over water resources
Truphena Muthoni is driven by an unadulterated love for nature, which is ably represented by trees.
By 1 month ago
Why destruction of trees will likely lead to fights over water resources
Premium
Why councils of elders shouldn't abdicate core responsibilities for politics
In a typical case of the kettle calling the pot black, the Western Elders Forum met in Kakamega last week for two reasons.
By 1 month ago
Why councils of elders shouldn't abdicate core responsibilities for politics
Government should rescue our university education from doldrums
A ban on alcohol, drugs and wild parties in hostels and penalties for those who break the rules can enforce discipline.
By 1 month ago
Government should rescue our university education from doldrums
Mini poll wins have fortified President Ruto for epic 2027 election battle
UDA’s win in Malava and Mbeere constituencies has proven that President William Ruto doesn’t easily back off from a fight, and the opposition must rethink its strategies.
By 1 month ago
Mini poll wins have fortified President Ruto for epic 2027 election battle
Premium
ODM's ideological stand cannot be dictated by individuals' dreams
The contest is now down to Sifuna's stand and Winnie's truth against Mbadi’s dreams.
By 2 months ago
ODM's ideological stand cannot be dictated by individuals' dreams
Premium
Why Suluhu's despotic disposition is bad for democracy in Tanzania
The murder of citizens clamouring for democratic space is a mark of sadism.
By 2 months ago
Why Suluhu's despotic disposition is bad for democracy in Tanzania
Heed calls for stronger collaboration to bridge gap between research and implementation
Research and innovation are indispensable for achieving universal health coverage and national development priorities.
By 2 months ago
Heed calls for stronger collaboration to bridge gap between research and implementation
Ruto will bag Luo votes if he picks Mama Ida as a running-mate
Mama Ida is not only capable of harnessing Luo and national votes, she has decades of experience in political leadership and organisation, having managed the political affairs of Raila Odinga.
By 2 months ago
Ruto will bag Luo votes if he picks Mama Ida as a running-mate
Unforeseen events have conspired to give President the upper hand
President Ruto surprised many by acknowledging that Raila Odinga propped up his government when it was tottering, besieged by Gen Z, the Opposition and civil society activists.
By 3 months ago
Unforeseen events have conspired to give President the upper hand
Raila's last wish cheated community out of exploitative burial rites
Raila Odinga is one of the very few Kenyan leaders who, though jealously ‘owned’ by their ethnic groups, never lost sight of the bigger picture.
By 3 months ago
Raila's last wish cheated community out of exploitative burial rites
Raila's sickness shines spotlight on our floundering health services
Mama Ida claimed she would have taken Raila to Migori hospital for treatment if he were sick, but no, he was flown to India.
By 3 months ago
Raila's sickness shines spotlight on our floundering health services
Leaders' aversion to change is the fuel of growing youth discontent
Self-aggrandisement by the old leaders only serves to infuriate the youth who want change urgently, and they have demonstrated they are ready to force it if there is need. 
By 3 months ago
Leaders' aversion to change is the fuel of growing youth discontent
Premium
Why destruction of trees will likely lead to fights over water resources
Truphena Muthoni is driven by an unadulterated love for nature, which is ably represented by trees.
By Alexander Chagema 1 month ago
Why destruction of trees will likely lead to fights over water resources
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