April 2, 2025
Nairobi, Kenya

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Why Dr. Fred Matiang’i might not vie for Presidency in 2027 to support President Ruto

Kenya is heading into another general election in two years, and President William Ruto will be seeking re-election for his final term in office. However, winning the presidency for a second time will not be an easy task. He will face strong competition from several leaders who have already expressed interest in the seat, making

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Mwelekeo Insights releases public opinion survey on President William Ruto’s latest cabinet picks

Mwelekeo Insights has released a new survey on how Kenyans feel about President Ruto’s recent cabinet appointees. The survey focused on key areas such as academic qualifications, work experience, transparency during the vetting process, and how well the appointees have handled their responsibilities since taking office. It also examined how these appointments have affected political

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Why argue your case on twitter? Havi slams Judge Lenaola for contradicting himself on case handling

Nelson Havi, a sharp-tongued lawyer and former Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President, has raised serious concerns about Supreme Court Judge Isaac Lenaola’s apparent contradictions. According to Havi, Lenaola initially held the position that cases against judges should be handled separately. However, in an unexpected turn, the same judge later suggested consolidating all seven cases

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Why Sh13 billion in Hustler Fund loans might never be recovered by Ruto’s administration

The Sh13 billion Hustler Fund, which was introduced to provide affordable loans to ordinary Kenyans, is now facing serious challenges in recovering its money. Reports indicate that more than Sh8.7 billion remains unpaid, raising concerns about whether the programme can continue running effectively. This situation has also brought up questions about the broader impact of

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How Sakaja used raw sewage as a weapon against Kenya Power

Johnson Sakaja has once again shown his incompetence as Nairobi governor by dumping raw sewage and garbage outside Kenya Power offices. Instead of solving problems like a leader, he chose to act like a goon, blocking entrances, cutting off water, and even clamping vehicles. This childish behavior came after Kenya Power disconnected electricity from county

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Have Kenyans been made to appreciate why wildlife conservation and park protection are critical to the economy?

By Clement Wasike For days on end the case of the disappearance of Brian Odhiambo in Nakuru has caught the attention of Kenyans. Any matter involving the disappearance of a human being easily becomes sensational attracting sadness especially among family and friends. I join Brian’s kin and kith in looking forward to his return in

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Very few Nairobi women considering marriage, research firm Mwelekeo Insights reveals

A recent study by Mwelekeo Insights has revealed that very few women in Nairobi consider marriage an essential life goal. The research examined the perceptions of women toward marriage, exploring the factors that influence their decisions, such as career ambitions, financial independence, social expectations, and religious beliefs. The findings indicate a major shift in attitudes,

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Beware of tin gods who preach water by day but drink chang’aa by night  – Cindy Kirui

In Kenya, as they say, there is no dull moment. Even in the calmest of times someone emerges from the blues with some form of activism or claim that disrupts the prevailing social order. In some cases, some Kenyans have risen to prominence courtesy of engaging in perpetual activism. In fact, the current Senator for

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Did Chebukati oversee a flawed election? Morara Kebaso highlights Juja vote anomaly

Morara Kebaso, a Gen Z Civic Educator and Inject Party Leader, has brought fresh concerns about the integrity of the 2022 general election results, particularly in Juja Constituency. In a TikTok video shared via his X handle, Kebaso highlighted a serious miscalculation in the vote count that suggests possible manipulation of figures. He pointed out

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