May 31, 2025
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Gachagua’s toxic demagoguery and double-speak signal danger ahead

By Musa Maridhawa Kenya’s political landscape is no stranger to theatrics, but former DP Rigathi Gachagua’s recent manoeuvres have crossed into dangerous territory. His blend of tribal rhetoric, inflammatory accusations, and blatant hypocrisy expose a character deserving of close observation before anyone takes him seriously any time soon. As the 2027 elections beckon, Gachagua’s toxic

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Shifting gears from conflict to coexistence for sustainable conservation in Kenya

By Fridah Inyanje Barely a decade ago, lions were viewed as enemies of the people for feasting on goats and sheep in some parts of Kenya. In the same areas today, sighting lions does not elicit killer instincts in the same communities where they would be hunted down willy-nilly for fear that they would their

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Shifting gears from conflict to coexistence for sustainable conservation in Kenya

By Fridah Inyanje Barely a decade ago, lions were viewed as enemies of the people for feasting on goats and sheep in some parts of Kenya. In the same areas today, sighting lions does not elicit killer instincts in the same communities where they would be hunted down willy-nilly for fear that they would their

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Politics

“Stop insulting Ruto” Alai fires back at Kakamega Senator Khalwale in fiery social media clash

A political storm broke out online after Kakamega Senator Bonny Khalwale accused the government of failing to fulfill its promises to the people of Western Kenya. According to Khalwale, the region was promised 1,000 kilometers of tarmac roads and a 30% share of national government resources, yet nothing much has been delivered so far. He

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News

Billions lost in corrupt projects as new report exposes rot in Ruto’s government

A new report has revealed worrying claims about how billions of shillings are being lost through shady government deals involving top officials. The report, which was released by the Africa Centre for Open Governance (Africog) and Okoa Uchumi, exposes a system that is draining the country’s resources through corrupt mega-projects, hidden loans, and poor planning.

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Politics

“I regret impeaching Gachagua” Gloria Orwoba reveals

Former nominated United Democratic Alliance (UDA) senator Gloria Orwoba has come out to express deep regret for voting in favour of the impeachment of Geoffrey Rigathi Gachagua from his position as Deputy President. Her remarks have taken many by surprise, especially those who knew her as a firm supporter of President William Ruto and his

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Commentary

Why we should pursue patriotism without losing our soul in a globalised era

By Francis Kimanene As we know it now, globalisation dissolves borders and homogenises cultures forcing nations to grapple with preserving their unique identities while embracing modernity subscribed to across multiple jurisdictions. A country with 45 people-groups and a colonial past with an obstinate footprint, Kenya exemplifies this state of affairs. Whatever we find ourselves contending

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Towards a vision of repair and era of human-wildlife co-existence

By Musa Maridhawa Though undoubtedly a global heritage, Kenya’s wildlife has long exacted a heavy toll on communities that live alongside wildlife. Between 2014 and 2023 alone, over 500 lives were lost, and 30,000 livelihoods affected by encounters with elephants, lions and buffaloes. Delays in compensating affected parties only ends up deepening distrust between authorities

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Business

Uncertainty grows in Kenya’s textile industry with looming end of U.S. trade pact

In a report shared by Kenyan.co.ke, over 60,000 Kenyan livelihoods are at risk as the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) nears its expiry in September 2025. This agreement has allowed Kenya to export goods to the United States without paying duties for over 20 years. Factories that depend on this deal, such as the

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