Topic: TalkChat Podcast
Devolution’s Broken Engine: When Counties Innovate to Collect, Not Empower
01 Sep, 2025 11:19 AM
DEVOLUTION DEBATE
In the words of Dr. Michael Ndonye, “It is totally immoral that our counties are celebrating extractive innovations and they have less innovations to empower the people.”
In the words of Dr. Michael Ndonye, “It is totally immoral that our counties are celebrating extractive innovations and they have less innovations to empower the people.”
Why the 2027 Elections Might Be Over Before It Starts
29 Aug, 2025 12:47 PM
STRATEGIC RIGGING
Political analyst Dr Michael Ndonye believes that the political dynamics currently unfolding in Kenya leave little room for doubt that the upcoming polls are already rigged in structure and alignment.
Political analyst Dr Michael Ndonye believes that the political dynamics currently unfolding in Kenya leave little room for doubt that the upcoming polls are already rigged in structure and alignment.
County News Digital: Gachagua's Return Sparks Chants, Mayhem
22 Aug, 2025 09:10 AM
RETURN MAYHEM
After six weeks in the U.S, Former DP Rigathi Gachagua landed at JKIA to a hero’s welcome—or so it was meant to be. Instead, his arrival triggered a political storm: blocked access, stoned convoys, and tear gas on Mombasa Road. Gachagua’s re-entry has rei
After six weeks in the U.S, Former DP Rigathi Gachagua landed at JKIA to a hero’s welcome—or so it was meant to be. Instead, his arrival triggered a political storm: blocked access, stoned convoys, and tear gas on Mombasa Road. Gachagua’s re-entry has rei
How Ruto's Recent Youth Targeted Initiatives Could Win Him Favour
19 Aug, 2025 07:00 PM
RUTO'S YOUTH GAMBLE
According to Dr. Ndonye, many young people do not lack skills or education; what they need is empowerment and opportunities.Ruto’s actions, he outlined, are beginning to speak directly to those needs.
According to Dr. Ndonye, many young people do not lack skills or education; what they need is empowerment and opportunities.Ruto’s actions, he outlined, are beginning to speak directly to those needs.
Why The Orange Democratic Movement Faces Collapse If Sifuna Walks Away
18 Aug, 2025 12:42 PM
ODM WITHOUT SIFUNA
ODM’s struggles over Sifuna’s discontent and Raila’s stance are just one piece of a much larger puzzle—one that could redefine Kenya’s political map before the next general election.
ODM’s struggles over Sifuna’s discontent and Raila’s stance are just one piece of a much larger puzzle—one that could redefine Kenya’s political map before the next general election.
Crowded Opposition Could Hand Ruto a Plurality Win in 2027
18 Aug, 2025 10:28 AM
INCUMBENT EDGE
The road to 2027 is shaping up to be another crowded contest, with President William Ruto facing declared challengers including Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka, People’s Liberation Party leader Martha Karua, former Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i, and forme
The road to 2027 is shaping up to be another crowded contest, with President William Ruto facing declared challengers including Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka, People’s Liberation Party leader Martha Karua, former Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i, and forme
Ruto The Evangelist? Analyst Says Faith Messaging is Strategy
08 Aug, 2025 10:34 AM
RELIGIOUS MESSAGING
In a country where religious language can stir emotion, unify crowds, and justify political agendas, Ruto’s use of faith is not accidental, it is strategic.
In a country where religious language can stir emotion, unify crowds, and justify political agendas, Ruto’s use of faith is not accidental, it is strategic.
How The Youth Are Redefining Political Power In Kenya
04 Aug, 2025 11:52 AM
YOUTH AND POLITICS
Beyond voting and online activism, the youth must begin to occupy leadership spaces, not just in politics but across every sector—education, business, technology, and civil society. Only then can they fully shape the future they are fighting for.
Beyond voting and online activism, the youth must begin to occupy leadership spaces, not just in politics but across every sector—education, business, technology, and civil society. Only then can they fully shape the future they are fighting for.
Still Waiting: How Hope Shapes Political Choices in Kenya
28 Jul, 2025 12:30 PM
BELIEF SYSTEM
Dr. Ndonye paints a portrait of a voter base addicted to deception. He explains that truth rarely survives in the Kenyan political market. Those who speak honestly about systemic problems or advocate for slow, realistic reform are often dismissed.
Dr. Ndonye paints a portrait of a voter base addicted to deception. He explains that truth rarely survives in the Kenyan political market. Those who speak honestly about systemic problems or advocate for slow, realistic reform are often dismissed.
County News Digital: Ruto’s State House Church Sparks National Reckoning
05 Jul, 2025 09:51 AM
SANCTUARY OR SACRILEGE?
What if the next person to hold office as President is a Muslim, Hindu, or belongs to African Traditional religions?
What if the next person to hold office as President is a Muslim, Hindu, or belongs to African Traditional religions?
Dr Michael Ndonye: Why Cecily Mbarire’s Role in Government is Crucial
16 Jun, 2025 02:00 PM
POWER PLAY
In a recent appearance on the TalkChat Podcast, Dr. Ndonye asserted that Mbarire wields more political influence than Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, and that if she exits UDA due to these factions, other female governors in the party are likely to foll
In a recent appearance on the TalkChat Podcast, Dr. Ndonye asserted that Mbarire wields more political influence than Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, and that if she exits UDA due to these factions, other female governors in the party are likely to foll
Moi’s Meaty Obsession: Lee Njiru Reveals the Man Behind the Legend
21 May, 2025 02:39 PM
HE WAS A CARNIVORE
At 75, Njiru remains an influential figure in Kenya's media and political landscape, respected for his dedication, resilience, and contributions to the nation's history.
At 75, Njiru remains an influential figure in Kenya's media and political landscape, respected for his dedication, resilience, and contributions to the nation's history.
Political Tensions Rise as Police Raid Governor's Home
19 May, 2025 11:28 AM
DAWN RAID DRAMA
At the time of the raid, Governor Natembeya was not present; he was reportedly in Nairobi. DAPK party leader Eugene Wamalwa and several Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) arrived during the operation, condemning it as politically motivated.
At the time of the raid, Governor Natembeya was not present; he was reportedly in Nairobi. DAPK party leader Eugene Wamalwa and several Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) arrived during the operation, condemning it as politically motivated.
Political Analyst Outlines Winning Strategies for Matiang’i
24 Apr, 2025 04:49 PM
POLITICAL PREDICTIONS
Other than the Gen Z, he advises Matiang’i to engage with Millennials describing them as a politically unanchored group that tends to follow trends. “Millennials lack political leaders, and in 2027, they will align with Gen Z. Any politician aiming for su
Other than the Gen Z, he advises Matiang’i to engage with Millennials describing them as a politically unanchored group that tends to follow trends. “Millennials lack political leaders, and in 2027, they will align with Gen Z. Any politician aiming for su