By Billy Gichohi Kenya’s flag, featuring black, red, green and white colours carries the symbolism of our nation’s soul. So does our anthem. Both our flag and our anthem are emblems of our collective identity that should always tower above any manifestation of ethnic jingoism. No nation can ever truly prosper if ethnic divisions and
By Clement Wasike In the grand theatre of Kenyan politics, where the line between saviour and charlatan often blurs, a “new” cast of characters has taken centre stage. Kenya’s emerging opposition, a motley crew of recycled politicians, demagogues, and political novices, claims to champion a “new dawn” for the nation. Yet, beneath the veneer of
By Clement Wasike In Kenya’s current heated debate over gambling, a troubling narrative has taken root – the equation of football jackpot with “raw gambling.” This oversimplification ignores critical distinctions between products like football jackpot and the high-frequency world of raw gambling. To conflate the two is intellectually lazy. At its core, football jackpot is
By Cindy Kirui. In recent years, Kenya’s gaming industry has become a lightning rod for heated debate. Critics argue that betting platforms exploit vulnerable citizens, fuel addiction, and erode societal values. While these concerns are not entirely unfounded, the narrative often overlooks a critical truth that betting, like many other consumer choices, is a matter
By Jackie Adhyambo Kenya’s potential to become Africa’s replica of Macau or Las Vegas is not far-fetched. With its vibrant culture, strategic location, and huge tourism potential, Kenya is uniquely positioned to harness the economic power of regulated betting and gaming. Yet, critics continue to attack the industry, more often than not driven by ignorance
By Cindy Kirui In Kenya’s political theatre there is no shortage of characters that mistake ambition for aptitude. In that regard, no one embodies that delusion more starkly than ousted Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. His recent attempts to position himself as a “kingmaker” in the Mount Kenya region and by extension, national politics are overtly
By Billy Gichohi Kenyans stand out in Africa for their exceptionally imaginative social media banter, blending humour, satire and cultural nuance with remarkable creativity. Platforms such as Twitter (notably #KOT—Kenyans on Twitter) and Facebook buzz with viral memes, witty hashtags, and sharp political commentaries bare it all time and again. The online content produced by
By Jackie Adhyambo Only a newcomer qualifies to be forgiven for thinking that campaigns for the 2027 presidential elections have not kicked off in Kenya in earnest. As we listen to political noises from familiar featherheads, we should pay attention to how countries in our neighbourhood are managing their affairs, how the rest of Africa
By Clement Wasike. Maverick Aoko, a barefaced degenerate bereft of basic morality has serially attacked tens of high-ranking personalities in Kenya including no less than the President himself. Poor First Lady Rachael Ruto hasn’t been spared either. The latest culprits of Maverick’s online attacks include Waziri Aden Duale, immediate former KICC board chair, Irungu Nyakera
How the United States of America is putting Ruto’s 2027 re-election at risk
Recent developments indicate a big shift in the relationship between Kenya and the United States of America, raising concerns about the future of President William Ruto’s administration. This shift has not gone unnoticed, with many political analysts now suggesting that the US has started to distance itself from Ruto. If this trend continues, it could