Topic: #politics
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.
Youth Activist Kasmuel Mcoure Joins ODM
11 Nov, 2024 12:00 PM
POLITICAL SHIFT
Emerging as a leading voice during the "Reject the Finance Bill" movement, Mcoure mobilized thousands of young Kenyans to protest against tax increases and economic hardships. The movement highlighted the high cost of living and its impact on young people
Emerging as a leading voice during the "Reject the Finance Bill" movement, Mcoure mobilized thousands of young Kenyans to protest against tax increases and economic hardships. The movement highlighted the high cost of living and its impact on young people
Breaking from the Past: The Need for Fresh Faces in Kenyan Politics
10 Nov, 2024 10:44 AM
NEW FACES
Martin Luther King Jr. aptly said, “The soft-minded man always fears change. He feels security in the status quo and has an almost morbid fear of the new.
Martin Luther King Jr. aptly said, “The soft-minded man always fears change. He feels security in the status quo and has an almost morbid fear of the new.
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.
Huldah Momanyi Secures Historic Win in Minnesota Legislature
06 Nov, 2024 04:44 PM
HUDDAH WINS
Following in the footsteps of notable leaders like Barack Obama, Momanyi aims to serve the citizens of Minnesota with dedication and grace. Obama, the 44th U.S. president, also emerged from a liberal background while serving two terms in the White House.
Following in the footsteps of notable leaders like Barack Obama, Momanyi aims to serve the citizens of Minnesota with dedication and grace. Obama, the 44th U.S. president, also emerged from a liberal background while serving two terms in the White House.
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
Martha Karua Dooms Impeachment Vote Against DP Gachagua
10 Oct, 2024 11:30 AM
DEFEND CONSTITUTION
Karua emphasized that justice should be impartial, stating, “The system must be fair to all individuals, regardless of their circumstances or political affiliations.” She acknowledged Gachagua's faults but asserted that, like any citizen, he deserves due
Karua emphasized that justice should be impartial, stating, “The system must be fair to all individuals, regardless of their circumstances or political affiliations.” She acknowledged Gachagua's faults but asserted that, like any citizen, he deserves due
Kericho County Assembly Votes to Impeach Governor Eric Mutai Amid Court Order
02 Oct, 2024 04:17 PM
IMPEACHMENT VOTE
The formal notice for the governor's removal was introduced in the assembly on September 12, 2024 with County Assembly Speaker Patrick Mutai scheduling an assembly session for October 2 to address the matter. Governor Mutai was expected to defend himself
The formal notice for the governor's removal was introduced in the assembly on September 12, 2024 with County Assembly Speaker Patrick Mutai scheduling an assembly session for October 2 to address the matter. Governor Mutai was expected to defend himself
High Court Reinstates Uhuru Kenyatta as Jubilee Party Leader
02 Oct, 2024 01:07 PM
LEADERSHIP REINSTATED
Justice Janet Mulwa nullified the National Executive Committee's decision that had removed the Uhuru Kenyatta faction from the party, providing a sigh of relief for the former president and his allies. The ruling restores the party leadership structure th
Justice Janet Mulwa nullified the National Executive Committee's decision that had removed the Uhuru Kenyatta faction from the party, providing a sigh of relief for the former president and his allies. The ruling restores the party leadership structure th
Senator Maanzo: If Gachagua Faces Impeachment, So Should the President
23 Sep, 2024 11:08 AM
IMPEACHMENT MOTION
They are one ticket and one people,” Manzo declared. “There is nothing wrong that Gachagua has done. If anything, the President has breached the Constitution far more than his Deputy.” He has proposed that if an impeachment motion proceeds against Gachagu
They are one ticket and one people,” Manzo declared. “There is nothing wrong that Gachagua has done. If anything, the President has breached the Constitution far more than his Deputy.” He has proposed that if an impeachment motion proceeds against Gachagu
Raila Resolves: It’s Justice Before Dialogue
22 Jul, 2024 02:00 PM
JUSTICE FIRST!
Some of the integral justice issues of concern raised in his address include compensation for every victim of police brutality, dismissal of all protest-related cases, release of all abductees and those in jail, resolution of outstanding healthcare
Some of the integral justice issues of concern raised in his address include compensation for every victim of police brutality, dismissal of all protest-related cases, release of all abductees and those in jail, resolution of outstanding healthcare
Opposition's Misguided Dialogue with President Ruto's Government
11 Jul, 2024 10:27 AM
BETRAYAL OF TRUST
On Tuesday, July 9, 2024, Raila, whom the youth had requested to stay out of the picture as they demanded better governance from the Ruto administration through mass action, emerged at the KICC during the signing of the IEBC Amendment Bill 2024 and stated
On Tuesday, July 9, 2024, Raila, whom the youth had requested to stay out of the picture as they demanded better governance from the Ruto administration through mass action, emerged at the KICC during the signing of the IEBC Amendment Bill 2024 and stated
Kenya's Gen Z Flexes its Political Muscle
08 Jul, 2024 02:00 PM
YOUNG AND RESTLESS
Generation Z, born from 1996 to 2010, will be a significant voting bloc, with many of them voting for the first time in the 2027 elections, according to statistics released in 2019 by the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics.
Generation Z, born from 1996 to 2010, will be a significant voting bloc, with many of them voting for the first time in the 2027 elections, according to statistics released in 2019 by the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics.
It’s on My Hands, But It is Not My Money
04 Jul, 2024 12:23 PM
POLITRICKS
The public has been trying to understand the stand of Parliamentarians as they voted “Yes” but still clapped when President Ruto rejected the Bill.
The public has been trying to understand the stand of Parliamentarians as they voted “Yes” but still clapped when President Ruto rejected the Bill.
A Broken Nation? Kenya’s Failing Political Score-sheet
02 Jul, 2024 02:51 PM
CRUMBLING PUZZLE
When did the country go wrong? How did it happen? Did anyone realize the wake of this helter-skelter?
When did the country go wrong? How did it happen? Did anyone realize the wake of this helter-skelter?
Scrap Taxation Off the Money-Makers' List, What’s Left?
22 Jun, 2024 11:50 AM
NOT TAXATION
He has aligned his critique with Robert Kiyosaki’s book, ‘Rich Dad, Poor Dad’, saying that the narrative would classify the country as one which lacks financial literacy.
He has aligned his critique with Robert Kiyosaki’s book, ‘Rich Dad, Poor Dad’, saying that the narrative would classify the country as one which lacks financial literacy.
The Untapped Potential of Youths on the Country’s Fate
13 Jun, 2024 05:00 PM
REDTAPE RIP
Kenya is a youthful country, with a demographic graph (illustrating its population) assuming a pyramid shape where the young people are represented by the broad base and elderly represented by the narrowing tip.
Kenya is a youthful country, with a demographic graph (illustrating its population) assuming a pyramid shape where the young people are represented by the broad base and elderly represented by the narrowing tip.
Don’t Chase Kenyans Out of the Kitchen, The Soup is Almost Ready
11 Jun, 2024 01:18 PM
POLITICAL CHESSBOARD
Various political leaders have shared their thoughts on the wrangles, from both sides of the arena.
Various political leaders have shared their thoughts on the wrangles, from both sides of the arena.
Eric Chamweni: Break That Knot Which Binds a Party to Its Leader
07 Jun, 2024 04:22 PM
FREE PARTIES
Since independence, the country’s political space has assumed a common shape. Leaders formulate their political parties to propel them into power and form governments, but upon their retirement, the parties eventually lose command.
Since independence, the country’s political space has assumed a common shape. Leaders formulate their political parties to propel them into power and form governments, but upon their retirement, the parties eventually lose command.