Stories by: Moses Mbugua
Is "Wash Wash" Behind Kenya’s Striking Wealth Disparity?
12 Nov, 2024 09:00 PM
WEALTH DISPARITY
According to Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS), the Kenyan economy grew by 5% in the first quarter of 2024 and 4.6% in the second quarter of 2024; this remains ironic as most Kenyans are struggling to meet their basic needs. As a result of high g
According to Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS), the Kenyan economy grew by 5% in the first quarter of 2024 and 4.6% in the second quarter of 2024; this remains ironic as most Kenyans are struggling to meet their basic needs. As a result of high g
Gachagua Stresses Youth Engagement Despite Impeachment Woes
11 Nov, 2024 01:00 PM
YOUTH ENGAGEMENT
“Tell the Gen Zs who are your children to register for IDs. Registering as a voter is a continuous exercise for those who have not yet registered should continue visiting the IEBC constituency offices,” said Gachagua.
“Tell the Gen Zs who are your children to register for IDs. Registering as a voter is a continuous exercise for those who have not yet registered should continue visiting the IEBC constituency offices,” said Gachagua.
Is Ndindi Nyoro's Silence a Strategic Move for Future Political Gains?
08 Nov, 2024 01:00 PM
LOUD SILENCE
His appointed as the chair of the Budget Committee in the National Assembly put him at the center of national debates, as most pressing issues were based on taxation and economy. Moreover, he has been known for his infrastructural development in his const
His appointed as the chair of the Budget Committee in the National Assembly put him at the center of national debates, as most pressing issues were based on taxation and economy. Moreover, he has been known for his infrastructural development in his const
The Tough Political Task for the New Deputy President
06 Nov, 2024 07:00 PM
TASK AHEAD
A region that was once loving and in support of President William Ruto has turned defiant due to several issues, such as the Finance Bill, which later escalated following the former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's impeachment.
A region that was once loving and in support of President William Ruto has turned defiant due to several issues, such as the Finance Bill, which later escalated following the former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's impeachment.
The United States Decide: What Are Possible Outcomes for Africa?
05 Nov, 2024 10:17 AM
USA ELECTIONS
Additionally, Africa has been given less attention on the ongoing campaign agenda across the country. If Trump clinches to power, he will reduce the financing of African states.
Additionally, Africa has been given less attention on the ongoing campaign agenda across the country. If Trump clinches to power, he will reduce the financing of African states.
The Rise of Femicide Cases: Poking Holes on Societal Attitudes
31 Oct, 2024 05:00 PM
FEMICIDE
The recent case was that of 23-year-old university graduate Seth Njeri, whose body was discovered in a rented house in Biafra, Thika. Her body had injuries of triangulation, and according to detectives, the assailant sexually abused the girl before commit
The recent case was that of 23-year-old university graduate Seth Njeri, whose body was discovered in a rented house in Biafra, Thika. Her body had injuries of triangulation, and according to detectives, the assailant sexually abused the girl before commit
Telecom Giants Caught in the Crossfire of Police Abductions
29 Oct, 2024 01:00 PM
DATA PRIVACY BREACH
However, since the onset of the Gen Z demonstrations in June and July 2024, Kenya has been experiencing abductions by people believed to be police officers.Telecommunication companies have been suspected of aiding the police in abductions and extrajudicia
However, since the onset of the Gen Z demonstrations in June and July 2024, Kenya has been experiencing abductions by people believed to be police officers.Telecommunication companies have been suspected of aiding the police in abductions and extrajudicia
Martha Karua Alleges Creation of a Special Abduction Police Unit
28 Oct, 2024 03:46 PM
SPECIAL ABDUCTION UNIT
“We have credible sources that have indicated that there is a special abduction/ killer squad which is comprised of both police and army officers,” said Karua.
“We have credible sources that have indicated that there is a special abduction/ killer squad which is comprised of both police and army officers,” said Karua.
Silent Influence: The Power Dynamics in Kenya's Political Landscape
26 Oct, 2024 10:00 AM
SILENT POWER
Each time a new occupant of the House on the Hill is elected, he brings on new people with different powers. The president usually has a right-hand man who pulls the strings on his behalf. They are said to be gatekeepers of power.
Each time a new occupant of the House on the Hill is elected, he brings on new people with different powers. The president usually has a right-hand man who pulls the strings on his behalf. They are said to be gatekeepers of power.
Friend to Foe: Church Detaches Pointing the Finger at Ruto's Time
25 Oct, 2024 10:54 AM
FRIEND TO FOE
During the second liberation, the church was actively involved in the struggle and demanded constitutional amendments. Clergy such as Bishop Ndingi Mwana-Nzeki, and Rev. Timothy Njoya, among others. These gallant men were not left untouched as police beat
During the second liberation, the church was actively involved in the struggle and demanded constitutional amendments. Clergy such as Bishop Ndingi Mwana-Nzeki, and Rev. Timothy Njoya, among others. These gallant men were not left untouched as police beat
A Test of Trust and Confidence in the Kenyan Judiciary
24 Oct, 2024 12:45 PM
JUDICIARY TEST
At this time, the Judiciary manifested its powers by ordering fresh elections for the President and Deputy positions. These were held despite criticism by those allied to Uhuru Kenyatta. Uhuru Kenyatta still emerged as the winner of the fresh elections.
At this time, the Judiciary manifested its powers by ordering fresh elections for the President and Deputy positions. These were held despite criticism by those allied to Uhuru Kenyatta. Uhuru Kenyatta still emerged as the winner of the fresh elections.
A Perfect Relationship, What Went Wrong Between the President and His Deputy?
23 Oct, 2024 12:35 PM
POLITICAL RELATIONSHIP
He also claims there has been an attempt on his life twice through food poisoning by state agents: “undercover security agents entered my room and bugged it, and one of them tried to poison my food. In Nyeri, another team from the National Intelligence
He also claims there has been an attempt on his life twice through food poisoning by state agents: “undercover security agents entered my room and bugged it, and one of them tried to poison my food. In Nyeri, another team from the National Intelligence
A Prophet Once Chased, But Now the Most Admired Man
18 Oct, 2024 07:00 PM
THE NEEDED PROPHET
The president was on a mission to state his case to his people. He organized the Famous Sagana meeting and invited members of the public. In Sagana 3, Uhuru Kenyatta stated that one of the reasons behind their rivalry with his deputy was corruption,
The president was on a mission to state his case to his people. He organized the Famous Sagana meeting and invited members of the public. In Sagana 3, Uhuru Kenyatta stated that one of the reasons behind their rivalry with his deputy was corruption,
A Cloud of Emotions Engulf Karen Hospital as DP is voted out of office
18 Oct, 2024 01:03 PM
THE POLITICAL PAIN
It's quite unfortunate that politics has pushed us to the extent that we no longer respect and dignify life. The honorable thing that the Senate should have done is to allow the DP to get himself up and continue with the process.
It's quite unfortunate that politics has pushed us to the extent that we no longer respect and dignify life. The honorable thing that the Senate should have done is to allow the DP to get himself up and continue with the process.
We Need More Public-Private Partnerships like Adani- John Mbadi
17 Oct, 2024 11:17 AM
TREASURY APPROVES ADANI
CS Mbadi defends the PPP by saying that this is the only way to ensure that the government develops key infrastructure without heavy borrowing while retaining the National Treasury's few resources.
CS Mbadi defends the PPP by saying that this is the only way to ensure that the government develops key infrastructure without heavy borrowing while retaining the National Treasury's few resources.
Dilemma for Manufacturers and Power Consumers on Tariff Rates
16 Oct, 2024 04:39 PM
ENERGY ADANI DEAL
The deal signed between the company and KETRACO on October 11, 2024, will give Adani the power to develop, finance, operate, and maintain critical transmission lines and substations across the country.
The deal signed between the company and KETRACO on October 11, 2024, will give Adani the power to develop, finance, operate, and maintain critical transmission lines and substations across the country.
The Deputy President Impeachment Trial Kicks Off At the Senate
16 Oct, 2024 11:19 AM
TRIAL AT SENATE
As the senators await the house to be called in order, a close ally to the Deputy President by the name of Peterson Njomo Muchira has presented a damning affidavit to the parliament. In his affidavit, Njomo says he had to clarify issues following contradi
As the senators await the house to be called in order, a close ally to the Deputy President by the name of Peterson Njomo Muchira has presented a damning affidavit to the parliament. In his affidavit, Njomo says he had to clarify issues following contradi
Raila Odinga Temporarily Exits Party Leadership
14 Oct, 2024 03:27 PM
NEW ODM
His focus shifts to continental politics ahead of the African Union elections which will be in February 2025 during the African Union summit.
His focus shifts to continental politics ahead of the African Union elections which will be in February 2025 during the African Union summit.
Former Prime Minister Backs the Controversial Adani Deal
14 Oct, 2024 12:17 PM
GO ADANI
“Adani is a credible partner. They have proven their capabilities in projects that surpass what we have seen in East Africa,” he noted.
“Adani is a credible partner. They have proven their capabilities in projects that surpass what we have seen in East Africa,” he noted.