Topic: #politics
Ensure Safety for Politicians and Citizens Alike
27 May, 2025 11:43 AM
POLITICAL SAFETY
Recently, abductions of politicians have become alarmingly frequent. The case of Juja Member of Parliament George Koimburu, who was abducted shortly after Mumias East MP Peter Salasya's alleged kidnapping during a rally, highlights a disturbing trend.
Recently, abductions of politicians have become alarmingly frequent. The case of Juja Member of Parliament George Koimburu, who was abducted shortly after Mumias East MP Peter Salasya's alleged kidnapping during a rally, highlights a disturbing trend.
Senator Ledama: I Support the Ruto-Raila Handshake for Narok's Benefit
26 May, 2025 11:46 AM
LOCAL BENEFIT
Speaking during an interview on May 26, 2025, he emphasizes that those dissatisfied with the current administration's policies should mobilize to challenge the President at the next election.
Speaking during an interview on May 26, 2025, he emphasizes that those dissatisfied with the current administration's policies should mobilize to challenge the President at the next election.
Kenyans Question Ruto’s Call for Early Campaign Restraint
26 May, 2025 05:56 AM
STOP EARLY CAMPAIGNS
During a church service in Kibra on Sunday, May 25, 2025, President Ruto expressed concerns about the opposition, suggesting that they are engaging in what he termed "destructive politics."
During a church service in Kibra on Sunday, May 25, 2025, President Ruto expressed concerns about the opposition, suggesting that they are engaging in what he termed "destructive politics."
Lee Njiru: The Reachable Aide in a World of Power
23 May, 2025 02:49 PM
BEYOND RICHES
Njiru, who served as Press Secretary for both Presidents Kenyatta and Moi, now spends his retirement years in his multimillion-dollar resort. Yet, he denies the perception of wealth. Contrary to popular belief, he states that he has just enough to avoid s
Njiru, who served as Press Secretary for both Presidents Kenyatta and Moi, now spends his retirement years in his multimillion-dollar resort. Yet, he denies the perception of wealth. Contrary to popular belief, he states that he has just enough to avoid s
Lee Njiru: The Mic is a Tool for Politicians, Use It Wisely
23 May, 2025 12:16 PM
SPEECH STRATEGY
Historically, presidential communication styles have varied significantly across regimes, with each president showcasing unique strengths and weaknesses. Njiru highlights these disparities, suggesting that the current government could benefit from past le
Historically, presidential communication styles have varied significantly across regimes, with each president showcasing unique strengths and weaknesses. Njiru highlights these disparities, suggesting that the current government could benefit from past le
'Total Man': Power Echoed In His Name, But Not In His Hands
22 May, 2025 08:44 AM
WHISPERED ROAR
"Nicholas Biwott was 'vertically challenged.' He used to affirm that although he was short, he was a total man. He used to admit that he was short, but education-wise, performance-wise, and physically, he was a total man
"Nicholas Biwott was 'vertically challenged.' He used to affirm that although he was short, he was a total man. He used to admit that he was short, but education-wise, performance-wise, and physically, he was a total man
What Do Politicians Gain from Speaking in Churches?
14 Apr, 2025 05:09 PM
PULPIT POLITICS
The Church provides a politician with access to a captive and influential audience. Depending on its size, a church has a considerable reach that is more engaging to the politician. Many churchgoers are believed to be active in their local communities, a
The Church provides a politician with access to a captive and influential audience. Depending on its size, a church has a considerable reach that is more engaging to the politician. Many churchgoers are believed to be active in their local communities, a
Government Leaders Respond to Muturi’s Critique of President Ruto
07 Apr, 2025 11:22 AM
PRESIDENTIAL FITNESS
“For him to declare that William Ruto is an incompetent President, after serving under him as Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, is surprising. He has enjoyed a privileged position for a long time and may not have anticipated his current standing. The
“For him to declare that William Ruto is an incompetent President, after serving under him as Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, is surprising. He has enjoyed a privileged position for a long time and may not have anticipated his current standing. The
Kenyans: Mr. President, When Will You Deliver on Your Promises?
06 Apr, 2025 12:14 PM
WAITING GAME
“Oh wow, how generous of you, Mr. Ruto — offering to leave after five full years of ‘not delivering’? We should be eternally grateful for your magnanimous offer to go home if you fail. Newsflash: you don’t earn brownie points for agreeing to the bare min
“Oh wow, how generous of you, Mr. Ruto — offering to leave after five full years of ‘not delivering’? We should be eternally grateful for your magnanimous offer to go home if you fail. Newsflash: you don’t earn brownie points for agreeing to the bare min
The Rise of the Youth Revolutionizes African Leadership
01 Apr, 2025 10:00 AM
BREAKING THE CYCLE
The reliance on loans from Western and other developed nations, has continuously kept African nations in a never-ending debt loop.
The reliance on loans from Western and other developed nations, has continuously kept African nations in a never-ending debt loop.
What Kawira Mwangaza Could Have Done Differently
24 Mar, 2025 08:00 AM
LEADERSHIP LESSONS
Kawira Mwangaza and other spiritual leaders must understand that priesthood is a unique 'profession' that cannot be substituted or abandoned. They can influence the political sphere inside their palace but not outside their God-appointed palace.
Kawira Mwangaza and other spiritual leaders must understand that priesthood is a unique 'profession' that cannot be substituted or abandoned. They can influence the political sphere inside their palace but not outside their God-appointed palace.
Is African Democracy Under Threat from Political Repression?
14 Mar, 2025 03:00 PM
AUTHORITARIAN TACTICS?
Across Africa, ruling governments still continue to silence opposition voices through arrests, intimidation, and political bans. An example is Uganda where Bobi Wine and Kizza Besigye still continue to face constant harassment from the ruling government.
Across Africa, ruling governments still continue to silence opposition voices through arrests, intimidation, and political bans. An example is Uganda where Bobi Wine and Kizza Besigye still continue to face constant harassment from the ruling government.
Mbeere North MP: Government Must Act on Health, Education
27 Feb, 2025 10:03 AM
IMPROVE SYSTEM
There are some areas, particularly in the case of clinical diseases, where the funds are not yet resourced.” This issue is particularly pressing for the poorest populations in remote areas, who often face significant health challenges. “The poorest people
There are some areas, particularly in the case of clinical diseases, where the funds are not yet resourced.” This issue is particularly pressing for the poorest populations in remote areas, who often face significant health challenges. “The poorest people
William Cheptumo Leaves Lasting Legacy as Baringo's Esteemed Senator
26 Feb, 2025 06:00 PM
INFLUENTIAL SENATOR
William Cheptumo's legacy is one of resilience, dedication, and integrity. His contributions to Baringo County and the nation will not be forgotten. He will be remembered as a leader who championed the rights of his people, fought for justice, and worked
William Cheptumo's legacy is one of resilience, dedication, and integrity. His contributions to Baringo County and the nation will not be forgotten. He will be remembered as a leader who championed the rights of his people, fought for justice, and worked
Is Raila Odinga's Political Journey Shaped by Fate?
18 Feb, 2025 01:00 PM
FATE'S INFLUENCE
Raila vied for presidency in the general elections of 1997, 2007, 2013, 2017 and 2022 and he lost in the five attempts. Raila tried his luck in the African Union Chair position in which elections were held on February 15, 2025 but still lost to Mohamoud A
Raila vied for presidency in the general elections of 1997, 2007, 2013, 2017 and 2022 and he lost in the five attempts. Raila tried his luck in the African Union Chair position in which elections were held on February 15, 2025 but still lost to Mohamoud A
Senator Oketch- Raila Will Not Retire From Fending For His People
18 Feb, 2025 11:14 AM
BABA'S FATE
He has expressed confidence in Odinga's intentions, stating, "When Raila comes back, there is no question of what he is going to do. It is a question of whether he will still have the energy to lead the ODM party."
He has expressed confidence in Odinga's intentions, stating, "When Raila comes back, there is no question of what he is going to do. It is a question of whether he will still have the energy to lead the ODM party."
Senator Orwoba Urges Critics to Offer Solutions
14 Jan, 2025 11:32 AM
CRITIQUE CONSTRUCTIVELY
“This is my issue, criticize with an alternative,” Senator Orwoba stated during an interview on Spice FM on January 14, 2025. “I am not trying to say this person is right or that person is wrong. You have to choose to be part of the solution; you can't ch
“This is my issue, criticize with an alternative,” Senator Orwoba stated during an interview on Spice FM on January 14, 2025. “I am not trying to say this person is right or that person is wrong. You have to choose to be part of the solution; you can't ch
I will not be Cowed, Natembeya Responds to Critics
04 Jan, 2025 10:45 AM
AURA FOR AURA
Citing the current state of abductions and high cost of living, Natembeya has acknowledged that Kenyans want an end to extra judicial abductions of young people. He has pointed to the fact that Kenyans are looking up to leaders to speak for them, calling
Citing the current state of abductions and high cost of living, Natembeya has acknowledged that Kenyans want an end to extra judicial abductions of young people. He has pointed to the fact that Kenyans are looking up to leaders to speak for them, calling
Nairobi City Conundrum: A curse of the One-Term Governor
19 Dec, 2024 02:27 PM
ONE-TERM GOVERNOR CURSE
As the country approaches the next election cycle, all eyes are on Governor Sakaja to see if he will be the first to break the one-term governor term and secure a second term in office.
As the country approaches the next election cycle, all eyes are on Governor Sakaja to see if he will be the first to break the one-term governor term and secure a second term in office.
The Erosion of Respect in Kenya’s Political Landscape
16 Dec, 2024 12:00 PM
POLITICAL DECORUM
As political dynamics evolve, Gachagua's assertions that leaders must heed the voices of their constituents is becoming increasingly relevant. The current environment calls for a shift from divisive rhetoric to inclusive dialogue. Leaders must remember
As political dynamics evolve, Gachagua's assertions that leaders must heed the voices of their constituents is becoming increasingly relevant. The current environment calls for a shift from divisive rhetoric to inclusive dialogue. Leaders must remember