Stories by: Komen S.K
Tanzania: Why The Truth Suffers When The Internet Dies
10 Nov, 2025 02:40 PM
INTERNET SHUTDOWN
Internet shutdowns violate the freedom of expression enshrined in international law and hinder the right to access information: both of which are fundamental pillars of democracy.
Internet shutdowns violate the freedom of expression enshrined in international law and hinder the right to access information: both of which are fundamental pillars of democracy.
MP Kagombe Presses Government Over 1982 Air Force Veterans’ Unpaid Dues
10 Nov, 2025 11:34 AM
PUSH FOR JUSTICE
Speaking on the floor of the National Assembly on Thursday, November 6 afternoon, Kagombe noted that despite multiple court rulings and parliamentary interventions, the affected e...
Speaking on the floor of the National Assembly on Thursday, November 6 afternoon, Kagombe noted that despite multiple court rulings and parliamentary interventions, the affected e...
Baringo UDA Primaries Reveal Rift Valley Political Cracks
25 Sep, 2025 01:00 PM
BARINGO SHOWDOWN
President Ruto therefore finds himself in a political Catch-22 situation. Does he allow (perceived) regional Kingpins — Interior CS Hon. Kipchumba Murkomen and Senate Majority Lead...
President Ruto therefore finds himself in a political Catch-22 situation. Does he allow (perceived) regional Kingpins — Interior CS Hon. Kipchumba Murkomen and Senate Majority Lead...
Parliament Hails Team Kenya’s Stellar Performance at Tokyo
24 Sep, 2025 12:53 PM
KENYA ATHLETICS GLORY
The Speaker allocated 45 minutes for MPs to convey their felicitations to the athletes, following a request by Hon. Cynthia Muge (Nandi County).
The Speaker allocated 45 minutes for MPs to convey their felicitations to the athletes, following a request by Hon. Cynthia Muge (Nandi County).
Vincent Chemitei Wins UDA Ticket in Baringo Senatorial Race
22 Sep, 2025 12:04 PM
BARINGO SENATE RACE
Chemitei garnered 48,791 votes, outpacing his closest rival Tobole Kipsang Kibor Wycliffe, who put up a spirited challenge but managed 30,897 votes. Daniel Kiptoo Korir followed in...
Chemitei garnered 48,791 votes, outpacing his closest rival Tobole Kipsang Kibor Wycliffe, who put up a spirited challenge but managed 30,897 votes. Daniel Kiptoo Korir followed in...
New Bill Transforms KIMC into Kenya School of Communication
25 Aug, 2025 10:34 AM
SCHOOL REBRAND
The Kenya School of Communication Bill, 2025, published on Tuesday, August 19, 2025 seeks to repeal the 2011 order that established KIMC and replace it with a corporate body mandat...
The Kenya School of Communication Bill, 2025, published on Tuesday, August 19, 2025 seeks to repeal the 2011 order that established KIMC and replace it with a corporate body mandat...
MPs Revisit Constitutional Mandate at Mombasa Leadership Retreat
21 Aug, 2025 05:16 PM
PARLIAMENT REFOCUS
On Friday, August 22, 2025, the retreat will feature a joint engagement between the National Assembly leadership and the Judiciary, led by Chief Justice Martha Koome. The session w...
On Friday, August 22, 2025, the retreat will feature a joint engagement between the National Assembly leadership and the Judiciary, led by Chief Justice Martha Koome. The session w...
EACC Rolls Out Tougher Anti-Corruption Measures
20 Aug, 2025 02:00 PM
INTEGRITY LAW
The new law, which takes effect on August 19, 2025, aims to strengthen the fight against corruption and unethical conduct by regulating conflicts of interest, as well as the declar...
The new law, which takes effect on August 19, 2025, aims to strengthen the fight against corruption and unethical conduct by regulating conflicts of interest, as well as the declar...
Legislators Proceed on Recess Amid Integrity Crisis
20 Aug, 2025 12:14 PM
HOUSE RECESS
In a sitting marked by fiery exchanges, MPs from across the political divide demanded that the President names legislators accused of soliciting bribes from the Executive in exchan...
In a sitting marked by fiery exchanges, MPs from across the political divide demanded that the President names legislators accused of soliciting bribes from the Executive in exchan...
Kabarak’s PR Courses Give Aides Power to Manage Public Image
11 Aug, 2025 03:00 PM
AIDE EVOLUTION
Under the leadership of Dr. Michael Ndonye, the university’s School of Music and Media is also exploring a Master’s program in Mass Communication and Public Relations, opening furt...
Under the leadership of Dr. Michael Ndonye, the university’s School of Music and Media is also exploring a Master’s program in Mass Communication and Public Relations, opening furt...
New IEBC Team Sworn In, Ethekon Pledges Free Elections
11 Jul, 2025 04:50 PM
IEBC LEADERSHIP
Ethekon, alongside newly appointed commissioners Ann Njeri Nderitu, Moses Alutalala Mukhwana, Mary Karen Sorobit, Hassan Noor Hassan, Francis Odhiambo Aduol, and Fahima Araphat Abd...
Ethekon, alongside newly appointed commissioners Ann Njeri Nderitu, Moses Alutalala Mukhwana, Mary Karen Sorobit, Hassan Noor Hassan, Francis Odhiambo Aduol, and Fahima Araphat Abd...
Raila’s Five Demands to Save the Nation
08 Jul, 2025 10:37 AM
LIBERATION CALL
Speaking at a press conference in Nairobi on July 7, 2025 during the anniversary of the historic Saba Saba movement, Odinga has outlined a five-point reform agenda aimed at steerin...
Speaking at a press conference in Nairobi on July 7, 2025 during the anniversary of the historic Saba Saba movement, Odinga has outlined a five-point reform agenda aimed at steerin...
Parliament Passes Game-Changer Bill, Court Draws the Red Line
02 Jul, 2025 12:52 PM
LEGISLATIVE ALERT
Despite the celebratory mood in Parliament, the bill faces a significant legal roadblock. On May 22, 2025, a High Court issued conservatory orders barring the National Assembly fro...
Despite the celebratory mood in Parliament, the bill faces a significant legal roadblock. On May 22, 2025, a High Court issued conservatory orders barring the National Assembly fro...
Kenya Chamber of Commerce President Secures Role on WCF Council
01 Jul, 2025 03:05 PM
HISTORIC APPOINTMENT
The General Council shapes agendas on customs modernisation, SME financing, digital trade, sustainability and dispute resolution, areas where African perspectives have long sought...
The General Council shapes agendas on customs modernisation, SME financing, digital trade, sustainability and dispute resolution, areas where African perspectives have long sought...
Parliament Calls for Justice in Response to Civil Unrest, Violence
27 Jun, 2025 08:37 AM
JUSTICE RALLY
The House expressed deep concern over incidents of violence targeting civilians, security personnel, and public infrastructure, including the burning of Kikuyu Law Courts and attem...
The House expressed deep concern over incidents of violence targeting civilians, security personnel, and public infrastructure, including the burning of Kikuyu Law Courts and attem...
Parliament Extends Hours in Face of Youth Activism
25 Jun, 2025 02:58 PM
PARLIAMENT WORKS
Wednesday June 25 Order Paper reflected business as usual. The House opened with standard procedures—prayers, communications, and petitions—before diving into a substantive agenda...
Wednesday June 25 Order Paper reflected business as usual. The House opened with standard procedures—prayers, communications, and petitions—before diving into a substantive agenda...
I Am Not a War Monger – Kamket Fires Back at Media
25 Jun, 2025 09:52 AM
KAMKET’S STAND
The Standard’s front-page story claimed that secret WhatsApp messages from UDA-linked circles revealed intentions to infiltrate Gen-Z protests, disrupt their activities, and genera...
The Standard’s front-page story claimed that secret WhatsApp messages from UDA-linked circles revealed intentions to infiltrate Gen-Z protests, disrupt their activities, and genera...
Inaugural Staff Open Day at Parliament: Key Highlights
24 Jun, 2025 11:23 AM
PARLIAMENT OPEN
In preparation for the Open Day, staff across directorates were invited to complete an anonymous online survey to share their views, challenges, and ideas for institutional reform.
In preparation for the Open Day, staff across directorates were invited to complete an anonymous online survey to share their views, challenges, and ideas for institutional reform.
Kabarak University Hosts Conference as Parliament Moves Toward Ethical AI Regulation
19 Jun, 2025 09:01 AM
ETHICAL FRAMEWORKS
The convergence of policy and scholarship at Kabarak reflects a nation beginning to ask and answer the right questions about its digital future.
The convergence of policy and scholarship at Kabarak reflects a nation beginning to ask and answer the right questions about its digital future.
Murang’a Invest 2025 Pioneers a New Era of Industrialization
16 Jun, 2025 04:00 PM
INDUSTRIAL HUB
The two-day event, held at the Thika Greens Golf Resort and spearheaded by Governor Dr. Irungu Kang’ata, showcased over Sh100 billion in potential investment opportunities across a...
The two-day event, held at the Thika Greens Golf Resort and spearheaded by Governor Dr. Irungu Kang’ata, showcased over Sh100 billion in potential investment opportunities across a...
