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Why a Passport Betrayal Threatens the Nation’s Soul
27 Feb, 2026 03:15 PM
IDENTITY CRISIS
Mwangi’s revelations reframed the issue as one of national security and constitutional integrity. A passport is not merely a travel document, it is a declaration of citizenship. Wh...
Mwangi’s revelations reframed the issue as one of national security and constitutional integrity. A passport is not merely a travel document, it is a declaration of citizenship. Wh...
Why Wealth Isn’t Evil: Lessons from 'Rich Dad Poor Dad'
26 Feb, 2026 04:23 PM
MONEY MIRROR
When we say money is evil, we unconsciously distance ourselves from wealth. We make peace with financial struggle because we associate wealth with moral compromise. But wealth and...
When we say money is evil, we unconsciously distance ourselves from wealth. We make peace with financial struggle because we associate wealth with moral compromise. But wealth and...
How Mindset Powers Wealth in Your Early 30s
23 Feb, 2026 07:00 PM
MILLIONARE MINDSET
Not everyone begins at the same starting line. Some have access to capital, education, or networks that make the journey smoother. Others must fight harder for the same opportuniti...
Not everyone begins at the same starting line. Some have access to capital, education, or networks that make the journey smoother. Others must fight harder for the same opportuniti...
Sifuna, Babu Ignite a Resilient Opposition Wave
23 Feb, 2026 11:39 AM
GENERATIONAL SHIFT
Kenya’s opposition is not dying; it is mutating. The vacuum left by Raila is being filled by a combative, youthful spirit determined to modernize resistance. Whether this fire burn...
Kenya’s opposition is not dying; it is mutating. The vacuum left by Raila is being filled by a combative, youthful spirit determined to modernize resistance. Whether this fire burn...
Faith‑Based Institutions Power Kenya’s Social Contract
21 Feb, 2026 09:23 AM
MORAL BACKBONE
Across Kenya, churches, mosques, and other religious organizations have historically contributed to education, healthcare, social welfare, and community empowerment. Their reach in...
Across Kenya, churches, mosques, and other religious organizations have historically contributed to education, healthcare, social welfare, and community empowerment. Their reach in...
Why Border Control Protects Kenya’s People, Prosperity
20 Feb, 2026 05:15 PM
TRADE SAFETY
Operating from Isebania Police Station in Kuria West Sub‑County, officers stopped a white Toyota Probox suspected of entering the country through the porous Nyang’iti border from T...
Operating from Isebania Police Station in Kuria West Sub‑County, officers stopped a white Toyota Probox suspected of entering the country through the porous Nyang’iti border from T...
John CW: Pastor, Peace Ambassador, and Emerging Political Voice
20 Feb, 2026 02:58 PM
CHURCH AND POLITICS
His transition raises enduring national questions that cut to the heart of Kenya’s democratic experiment. Should church leaders actively seek political office, or does such a move...
His transition raises enduring national questions that cut to the heart of Kenya’s democratic experiment. Should church leaders actively seek political office, or does such a move...
Jubilee, PNU Alliance Tests Kenya’s Faith in Coalition Politics
19 Feb, 2026 11:58 AM
RESCUE PACT
The Jubilee‑PNU alliance introduces a new dynamic to Kenya’s opposition landscape, potentially consolidating support among voters who crave experienced leadership. Whether this par...
The Jubilee‑PNU alliance introduces a new dynamic to Kenya’s opposition landscape, potentially consolidating support among voters who crave experienced leadership. Whether this par...
Alai Challenges Crowd Politics as ODM Rallies Expose Party Divisions
16 Feb, 2026 04:06 PM
BALLOT REALITY
In Mombasa, ODM party leader Oburu Oginga addressed supporters at Tononoka Grounds during a Linda Ground rally on February 15, 2026. The gathering, though spirited, drew modest num...
In Mombasa, ODM party leader Oburu Oginga addressed supporters at Tononoka Grounds during a Linda Ground rally on February 15, 2026. The gathering, though spirited, drew modest num...
ODM in Fresh Turmoil as Sifuna Ousted
12 Feb, 2026 12:59 PM
ODM SHAKE-UP
For many within Kenya’s opposition ranks, Sifuna’s ouster is more than a personnel change. It signals deeper power realignments inside a party searching for direction in a post‑Rai...
For many within Kenya’s opposition ranks, Sifuna’s ouster is more than a personnel change. It signals deeper power realignments inside a party searching for direction in a post‑Rai...
Institutional Warfare Erodes Devolution’s Promise
11 Feb, 2026 07:13 PM
OVERSIGHT CLASH
If the standoff deepens, development projects may stall. Contractors may go unpaid. Health facilities may lack medicine. County staff face delayed salaries. Citizens—especially in...
If the standoff deepens, development projects may stall. Contractors may go unpaid. Health facilities may lack medicine. County staff face delayed salaries. Citizens—especially in...
Judges Open Door to Full Hearing on State House Use
10 Feb, 2026 03:15 PM
STATE HOUSE PETITION
The Court declined to issue interim orders in a case seeking to bar political parties from holding meetings and activities at State House.
The Court declined to issue interim orders in a case seeking to bar political parties from holding meetings and activities at State House.
ODM Risks Its Soul in the Struggle for Power, Proximity
10 Feb, 2026 11:24 AM
IDENTITY CLASH
Secretary General Edwin Sifuna reinforces this stance, insisting that the much publicized 10 point agenda agreement was never a coalition, only a contract of issues. This wing fram...
Secretary General Edwin Sifuna reinforces this stance, insisting that the much publicized 10 point agenda agreement was never a coalition, only a contract of issues. This wing fram...
Faith in Icons Won’t Unite Us, Kenya Needs Collective Names
09 Feb, 2026 07:03 PM
SYMBOLIC SPACE
Aspirational names like “National Arena” are timeless. They remain immune to shifting political tides. The naming of Talanta Stadium presents an opportunity to break with stale tra...
Aspirational names like “National Arena” are timeless. They remain immune to shifting political tides. The naming of Talanta Stadium presents an opportunity to break with stale tra...
NYOTA Rolls Out Bold Plan, Will It Bridge Kenya’s Job Gap?
09 Feb, 2026 12:40 PM
YOUTH EMPOWERMENT
Millions of graduates enter the job market annually with theoretical knowledge but little practical experience. By pairing young people with experienced professionals, NYOTA tackle...
Millions of graduates enter the job market annually with theoretical knowledge but little practical experience. By pairing young people with experienced professionals, NYOTA tackle...
Can Valentine’s Stay Romantic Without Cash Displays?
05 Feb, 2026 04:43 PM
MONEY MATTERS
Experiences may replace displays. Dinners may replace decorations. Travel, gifts, digital transfers, and personal moments may become the new symbols of affection. Love will adapt,...
Experiences may replace displays. Dinners may replace decorations. Travel, gifts, digital transfers, and personal moments may become the new symbols of affection. Love will adapt,...
Emotional Truth: Can We Truly Forgive Without Forgetting?
04 Feb, 2026 06:11 PM
HEALING QUESTION
Memories are part of who we are good or bad shape our identity and tell our stories. They cannot simply be erased, and that is why forgetting will always be harder than forgiving.
Memories are part of who we are good or bad shape our identity and tell our stories. They cannot simply be erased, and that is why forgetting will always be harder than forgiving.
Arimi Bridge Tragedy Exposes Nakuru’s Road Safety Crisis
03 Feb, 2026 01:12 PM
NAKURU CRISIS
Residents of Molo and Njoro described the bridge as a “black spot”—a location notorious for deadly accidents. Last year alone, at least 12 people lost their lives at the same point...
Residents of Molo and Njoro described the bridge as a “black spot”—a location notorious for deadly accidents. Last year alone, at least 12 people lost their lives at the same point...
Youth 47 Movement Threatens Old Politics, But Is Kenya Ready?
21 Jan, 2026 07:00 PM
YOUTH POWER
The Youth 47 Movement, unveiled by Eric Omondi, rose like a flare against Kenya’s weary political sky, carrying with it a promise that this time, change would not be whispered but...
The Youth 47 Movement, unveiled by Eric Omondi, rose like a flare against Kenya’s weary political sky, carrying with it a promise that this time, change would not be whispered but...
Resolutions Collapse Under Bad Eating Habits
31 Dec, 2025 01:07 PM
EATING SMARTER
Healthy eating should be part of New Year’s resolutions because it boosts energy, prevents disease, and supports long‑term wellbeing. It is one of the most practical, sustainable c...
Healthy eating should be part of New Year’s resolutions because it boosts energy, prevents disease, and supports long‑term wellbeing. It is one of the most practical, sustainable c...
How Parents Juggle Festive Joy with January Bills
22 Dec, 2025 10:00 AM
CHRISTMAS ON A BUDGET
This December, economic predicaments serve as an eye‑opening reminder that while celebrations bring joy, they also expose household and national vulnerabilities. For most Kenyans,...
This December, economic predicaments serve as an eye‑opening reminder that while celebrations bring joy, they also expose household and national vulnerabilities. For most Kenyans,...
Why Reporting Through the Holidays Is Real Heroism
21 Dec, 2025 10:00 AM
YEAR REFLECTION
Now, I am a journalist. And as soon as I finish writing this, I know I’ll be thinking about my next headline, scrolling through X to see what’s happening in the world. For people l...
Now, I am a journalist. And as soon as I finish writing this, I know I’ll be thinking about my next headline, scrolling through X to see what’s happening in the world. For people l...
Why Technology Is Accelerating Global Language Change
09 Dec, 2025 10:46 AM
VOCAB BOOM
Cambridge’s word of the year, “para-social,” reflects another new dimension of human experience: the illusion of intimacy between audiences and celebrities, influencers, or content...
Cambridge’s word of the year, “para-social,” reflects another new dimension of human experience: the illusion of intimacy between audiences and celebrities, influencers, or content...
Beyond the Promise: Why Kenya Should Rethink Devolution
07 Dec, 2025 10:00 AM
REVISITING DEVOLUTION
Initially devolution aimed to reduce ethnic competition at the national level but instead it has just devolved to the lower level.
Initially devolution aimed to reduce ethnic competition at the national level but instead it has just devolved to the lower level.
Baringo Heads to the Polls as UDA Faces Growing Backlash
21 Nov, 2025 04:24 PM
UDA'S BIG TEST
Chemitei, the President’s preferred candidate, enters the final days with strong party machinery behind him but faces perceptions of being imposed on the electorate.
Chemitei, the President’s preferred candidate, enters the final days with strong party machinery behind him but faces perceptions of being imposed on the electorate.
How ODM Balances Power with Protest—and Why It Matters
18 Nov, 2025 12:21 PM
LUO NATION POLITICS
Like her late father, Winnie appears reluctant to fully trust the government even while inside the same government, a similar position seemingly shared by her uncle Dr. Oburu Oding...
Like her late father, Winnie appears reluctant to fully trust the government even while inside the same government, a similar position seemingly shared by her uncle Dr. Oburu Oding...
Stop Apologizing for Ambition and Start Celebrating It
15 Nov, 2025 10:00 AM
COURAGE TO WANT
Asking for better is not arrogance. Desiring growth is not disrespect. Colonialism may have taught us to apologize for dreaming, but we don’t have to keep learning the same lesson.
Asking for better is not arrogance. Desiring growth is not disrespect. Colonialism may have taught us to apologize for dreaming, but we don’t have to keep learning the same lesson.
