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The scam that is Kenya's healthcare system
The transition from the National Hospital Insurance Fund to SHA was to solve old problems but is quickly proving to be just another costly avenue for theft.
By 1 month ago
The scam that is Kenya's healthcare system
Of MPs' influence peddling in passing Bills
MPs have vociferously responded to a pointed accusation from the President William Ruto that they regularly dip their fingers in the jar containing our collective wealth.
By 1 month ago
Of MPs' influence peddling in passing Bills
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e-Citizen scam: How Kenya perfected the art of losing billions
Let’s narrow our focus to just one scandal: the infamous e-Citizen case, where Sh9.4 billion reportedly went missing.
By 1 month ago
e-Citizen scam: How Kenya perfected the art of losing billions
The culture of poverty; a visit to Rhoda slum
We continue to read headlines of leaders flying private jets, living in palatial homes, and awarding themselves obscene allowances while children in our slums go hungry.
By 2 months ago
The culture of poverty; a visit to Rhoda slum
Helicopters all over but no food on the table
I believe we now have one of the highest concentrations of private helicopters in the region.
By 2 months ago
Helicopters all over but no food on the table
Shoot to maim order can only lead to death
I also expect quite a number of deaths here and there since our policemen, while trying to shoot the legs, might fetch the head instead, either deliberately or out of incompetence. 
By 2 months ago
Shoot to maim order can only lead to death
Give if you must, but don't tell the whole world
Street families are a common sight in many cities and towns in Kenya. You will find them in dark alleys rummaging for food and scrap in bins all over the place.
By 3 months ago
Give if you must, but don't tell the whole world
The emperor fiddles as the country burns
The government has the nerve to accuse the youngsters who were peacefully protesting the death of many of their own in the hands of this same government, of being behind the chaos.
By 3 months ago
The emperor fiddles as the country burns
Cybercafe to power: Curious case of the IEBC Chairmanship
Is the IEBC chairman the right person to lead Kenya’s Electoral body?
By 4 months ago
Cybercafe  to power: Curious case of the IEBC Chairmanship
Taxing solar panels betrays our environment
Solar panel taxes undermine clean energy progress.
By 4 months ago
Taxing solar panels betrays our environment
The scam that is Kenya's healthcare system
The transition from the National Hospital Insurance Fund to SHA was to solve old problems but is quickly proving to be just another costly avenue for theft.
By 1 month ago
The scam that is Kenya's healthcare system
Of MPs' influence peddling in passing Bills
MPs have vociferously responded to a pointed accusation from the President William Ruto that they regularly dip their fingers in the jar containing our collective wealth.
By 1 month ago
Of MPs' influence peddling in passing Bills
Premium
e-Citizen scam: How Kenya perfected the art of losing billions
Let’s narrow our focus to just one scandal: the infamous e-Citizen case, where Sh9.4 billion reportedly went missing.
By 1 month ago
e-Citizen scam: How Kenya perfected the art of losing billions
The culture of poverty; a visit to Rhoda slum
We continue to read headlines of leaders flying private jets, living in palatial homes, and awarding themselves obscene allowances while children in our slums go hungry.
By 2 months ago
The culture of poverty; a visit to Rhoda slum
Helicopters all over but no food on the table
I believe we now have one of the highest concentrations of private helicopters in the region.
By 2 months ago
Helicopters all over but no food on the table
Shoot to maim order can only lead to death
I also expect quite a number of deaths here and there since our policemen, while trying to shoot the legs, might fetch the head instead, either deliberately or out of incompetence. 
By 2 months ago
Shoot to maim order can only lead to death
Give if you must, but don't tell the whole world
Street families are a common sight in many cities and towns in Kenya. You will find them in dark alleys rummaging for food and scrap in bins all over the place.
By 3 months ago
Give if you must, but don't tell the whole world
The emperor fiddles as the country burns
The government has the nerve to accuse the youngsters who were peacefully protesting the death of many of their own in the hands of this same government, of being behind the chaos.
By 3 months ago
The emperor fiddles as the country burns
Cybercafe to power: Curious case of the IEBC Chairmanship
Is the IEBC chairman the right person to lead Kenya’s Electoral body?
By 4 months ago
Cybercafe  to power: Curious case of the IEBC Chairmanship
Taxing solar panels betrays our environment
Solar panel taxes undermine clean energy progress.
By 4 months ago
Taxing solar panels betrays our environment
The scam that is Kenya's healthcare system
The transition from the National Hospital Insurance Fund to SHA was to solve old problems but is quickly proving to be just another costly avenue for theft.
By 1 month ago
The scam that is Kenya's healthcare system
Of MPs' influence peddling in passing Bills
MPs have vociferously responded to a pointed accusation from the President William Ruto that they regularly dip their fingers in the jar containing our collective wealth.
By 1 month ago
Of MPs' influence peddling in passing Bills
Premium
e-Citizen scam: How Kenya perfected the art of losing billions
Let’s narrow our focus to just one scandal: the infamous e-Citizen case, where Sh9.4 billion reportedly went missing.
By 1 month ago
e-Citizen scam: How Kenya perfected the art of losing billions
The culture of poverty; a visit to Rhoda slum
We continue to read headlines of leaders flying private jets, living in palatial homes, and awarding themselves obscene allowances while children in our slums go hungry.
By 2 months ago
The culture of poverty; a visit to Rhoda slum
Helicopters all over but no food on the table
I believe we now have one of the highest concentrations of private helicopters in the region.
By 2 months ago
Helicopters all over but no food on the table
Shoot to maim order can only lead to death
I also expect quite a number of deaths here and there since our policemen, while trying to shoot the legs, might fetch the head instead, either deliberately or out of incompetence. 
By 2 months ago
Shoot to maim order can only lead to death
Give if you must, but don't tell the whole world
Street families are a common sight in many cities and towns in Kenya. You will find them in dark alleys rummaging for food and scrap in bins all over the place.
By 3 months ago
Give if you must, but don't tell the whole world
The emperor fiddles as the country burns
The government has the nerve to accuse the youngsters who were peacefully protesting the death of many of their own in the hands of this same government, of being behind the chaos.
By 3 months ago
The emperor fiddles as the country burns
Cybercafe to power: Curious case of the IEBC Chairmanship
Is the IEBC chairman the right person to lead Kenya’s Electoral body?
By 4 months ago
Cybercafe  to power: Curious case of the IEBC Chairmanship
Taxing solar panels betrays our environment
Solar panel taxes undermine clean energy progress.
By 4 months ago
Taxing solar panels betrays our environment
Premium
e-Citizen scam: How Kenya perfected the art of losing billions
Let's narrow our focus to just one scandal: the infamous e-Citizen case, where Sh9.4 billion reportedly went missing.
By Mutahi Mureithi 1 month ago
e-Citizen scam: How Kenya perfected the art of losing billions
The culture of poverty; a visit to Rhoda slum
We continue to read headlines of leaders flying private jets, living in palatial homes, and awarding themselves obscene allowances while children in our slums go hungry.
By Mutahi Mureithi 2 months ago
The culture of poverty; a visit to Rhoda slum
Helicopters all over but no food on the table
I believe we now have one of the highest concentrations of private helicopters in the region.
By Mutahi Mureithi 2 months ago
Helicopters all over but no food on the table
Shoot to maim order can only lead to death
I also expect quite a number of deaths here and there since our policemen, while trying to shoot the legs, might fetch the head instead, either deliberately or out of incompetence.
By Mutahi Mureithi 2 months ago
Shoot to maim order can only lead to death
Give if you must, but don't tell the whole world
Street families are a common sight in many cities and towns in Kenya. You will find them in dark alleys rummaging for food and scrap in bins all over the place.
By Mutahi Mureithi 3 months ago
Give if you must, but don't tell the whole world
The emperor fiddles as the country burns
The government has the nerve to accuse the youngsters who were peacefully protesting the death of many of their own in the hands of this same government, of being behind the chaos.
By Mutahi Mureithi 3 months ago
The emperor fiddles as the country burns
Cybercafe to power: Curious case of the IEBC Chairmanship
Is the IEBC chairman the right person to lead Kenya's Electoral body?
By Mutahi Mureithi 4 months ago
Cybercafe  to power: Curious case of the IEBC Chairmanship
Taxing solar panels betrays our environment
Solar panel taxes undermine clean energy progress.
By Mutahi Mureithi 4 months ago
Taxing solar panels betrays our environment
Our politicians are wolves in sheep's clothing
The new CS or Senior Advisor now becomes the most ardent government supporter, singing praises in the newly acquired modes of transport
By Mutahi Mureithi 4 months ago
Our politicians are wolves in sheep's clothing
The world king is naked, someone tell him
The tariff wars initiated by President Donald Trump, have had severe global repercussions and will continue doing so.
By Mutahi Mureithi 5 months ago
The world king is naked, someone tell him