From boys to men: The pleasures and perils of parenting in New Age

Reflection on a son’s transition into adulthood, capturing the humour, anxieties and shifting responsibilities that define modern parenting.

By Peter Kimani 9 days ago

Prezzo Ruto heads off to Dodoma to extend his colonial 'English' language project

A satirical critique portrays President Ruto as promoting English language dominance abroad, while highlighting tensions between colonial legacies and African cultural identity.

By Peter Kimani 9 days ago

Folk in Mutara wait for service when Kenya Power end their drama

Folks in Mutara are waiting for service when Kenya Power’s dramas are done.

By Peter Kimani 16 days ago

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Ruto's state house hits 'first world' status as rest of country floods

A satirical critique of government spending and claims of economic progress amid real struggles like flooding and high fuel costs.

By Peter Kimani 16 days ago

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Murkomen isn't nosing around for goons who are on the run, they'll eventually get back home

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen is a funny man.

By Peter Kimani 16 days ago

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IMF to Kenya: Truth shall set you free, but it doesn't mean freedom from yoke

Ruto’s faltering public messaging and fuel price manoeuvres expose a deepening political and economic crisis he is struggling to contain.

By Peter Kimani 23 days ago

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Karma comes calling, fuelling a crisis Ruto can't easily surmount

Ruto’s faltering public messaging and fuel price manoeuvres expose a deepening political and economic crisis he is struggling to contain.

By Peter Kimani 23 days ago

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If we can't face up to the truth in schools' theatre, how about eating cake and having it?

I heard it on the grapevine that mandarins at the schools’ national drama fest have reportedly moved to censor “political” messaging in performances.

By Peter Kimani 1 month ago

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Survival tales in the plains of Kajiado, and the making of the new metropoles

I spent the Easter weekend roaming the plains of Kajiado County, marvelling at the brave new world where some friends are inaugurating thriving ecosystems out of almost nothing.

By Peter Kimani 1 month ago

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Riggy G skins Prezzo Ruto at foot of Mt Kenya, then lays his scalp out to dry

It’s a hurt that Riggy G has not transcended, and possibly never will, despite the passage of time.

By Peter Kimani 1 month ago

Fuel stocks for 16 days? That is great if we start thinking with our heads, not stomachs

News just in is that we have enough fuel stocks to last 16 days

By Peter Kimani 1 month ago

Someone tell police to observe power of silence, in absence of something intelligent to say

I thought the news of the impending retirement of the director of the DCI, Mohammed Amin, was an April Fool’s Day stunt

By Peter Kimani 1 month ago

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Prezzo UK keeps ear to the ground in quest for direction into the future

In the spirit of the season, I will refrain from calling any politician a liar and a thief, even though that’s what a majority are.

By Peter Kimani 1 month ago

Wiperman Kalonzo loses his cool as Tuju is apprehended 'home and away'

After nearly 40 years in the public limelight, for the large part as a lightweight because he hasn’t eaten anything that doesn’t belong to him, save for that Yatta farm

By Peter Kimani 1 month ago

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Prezzo Ruto 'red-carded' by youth, even before the whistle is blown

Young Kenyans are not interested in mobilising older folks to vote.

By Peter Kimani 1 month ago

Mahama paves way in restoring Africa dignity as our top leaders mudsling

It’s intriguing what Rigathi Gachagua, aka Riggy G, did to Prezzo Bill Ruto’s ears, but it seems he’s been hard of hearing since.

By Peter Kimani 1 month ago

'Kanjora' are still benchmarking, years after devolution, blowing Sh1b on trips

13 years since devolution was rolled out, kanjoras are still trying to figure out what to prioritise, possibly because they are slow learners.

By Peter Kimani 1 month ago

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Prezzo Ruto's intervenes at Nairobi Hospital to ensure hustlers can seek treatment on SHA

I suspect the main reason for Prezzo Ruto’s intervention is that he wanted to ensure SHA is applied at the facility so that the so-called hustlers can access treatment there.

By Peter Kimani 1 month ago

From salacious rumours to wing ears, a moment of reckoning for our nation

I am quite pleased that Kenyans can see for themselves the naked truth about the men they put in office three years ago.

By Peter Kimani 1 month ago

Surely, we can't blame Sakaja for everything, even after Govt has taken charge of the city

For a man purported to have been wading through mud coordinating rescue efforts after last Friday’s deluge that turned Nairobi into a sinking hole

By Peter Kimani 1 month ago

Roasting Rostam for the 'Twin Tower' deal reeks of Kenyans' ill manners

Roasting Rostam for the ‘Twin Tower’ deal reeks of Kenyans’ ill manners

By Peter Kimani 1 month ago

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Fast lane: Why NTSA is determined to catch up with crooked cops

The National Transport and Safety Authority introduced computer-enforced surveillance of our roads

By Peter Kimani 1 month ago

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After selling off nation's assets on the hoof, let's sell passports for profit

I’m starting to look at Prezzo Bill Ruto with new respect. His administration has sold the Kenya Pipeline Corporation to Ugandans.

By Peter Kimani 2 months ago

With a spanking new vote, I'm armed and determined to make my voice count next year

Voter registration

By Peter Kimani 2 months ago

Strange tale of ODM's 'pawa' quest without running for highest office

Members of the opposition ODM party have been waiting with bated breath for a review of the implementation of a 10-point plan that its departed leader, Raila Odinga

By Peter Kimani 2 months ago

Narrating the nation is solemn duty for scribes to deliver without fear

I was invited to a breakfast meeting in town, the sort of engagement I avoid like the plague

By Peter Kimani 2 months ago

Parable of Bethsheba, the fruit vendor kicked to the kerb in massive road 'clean-up'

My favourite fruit vendor, Bethsheba, has been missing in action since kanjo folks rid our streets of hawkers.

By Peter Kimani 2 months ago

The 'lacuna' in law that could have Homa Bay MCAs head-butt someone

The county of Homa Bay has come into sharp focus in recent weeks, being the locality represented by Governor Gladys Wanga

By Peter Kimani 2 months ago

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Don't tell me 'retired but not tired' Prezzo UK is calling shots, years on

Folks, I heard it on the grapevine that there was a big bust-up between “retired but not tired” Prezzo Uhuru Kenyatta, aka UK, and his successor Prezzo Bill Ruto.

By Peter Kimani 2 months ago

A very eventful Sunday when Sifuna came calling, and put Kitengela back in news saddle

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has a wicked sense of humour, even though he seldom smiles.

By Peter Kimani 2 months ago

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Why Sudi has only opened his mouth in Parliament to yawn or drink water

wondering if we should add Oscar Sudi to the old Highie boys’ WhatsApp group

By Peter Kimani 2 months ago

'Sisi ni Sifuna' heralds generational shift that eclipses ODM's future

The long-expected ouster of Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna from the helm of the Orange Democratic Movement

By Peter Kimani 2 months ago

Somebody tell Mbadi we're sick and dying as a nation, so let's die in private dignity

John Mbadi, the Treasury Cabinet Secretary, is the maverick who has reportedly cast a magic wand on the economy

By Peter Kimani 2 months ago

Rare Valentine's shopping outing marred by a mannerless little girl

By shopping, I mean patiently pushing the trolley and trailing the woman of the house (yes, it’s Valentine’s season, so I can disclose that I can be meek and submissive).

By Peter Kimani 2 months ago

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Matiang'i's 'sarakasi' is brainy and riveting and crosses many 'red lines'

Former Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i wears many hats, although he wore none to church last Sunday in Othaya

By Peter Kimani 3 months ago

The politics and poetics of Kiraitu Murungi in his new found quest for lasting happiness

Politician Kiraitu Murungi has quit active politics, a rarity for politicians on this side of the world, at the tender age of 74.

By Peter Kimani 3 months ago

After 15 years of waiting for book royalties, the spoils are rolling in dribs and drabs

I was pleasantly surprised to receive a princely sum of 11k from a phone number I didn’t recognise

By Peter Kimani 3 months ago

A praise song for Samsung, even though this piper wasn't paid to call any particular tune

No disrespect to those who live in Ndundori

By Peter Kimani 3 months ago

Mystery of flush buttons on SGR, and the bitter-sweet drink of classes

Mystery of flush buttons on SGR, and the bitter-sweet drink of classes

By Peter Kimani 3 months ago

Prezzo Ruto prances the stage in new brown shoes in a prosperity showcase

It was delightful to see Prezzo Bill Ruto stepping out in spanking new brown shoes as the rest of us endure the dreadfully long month of January

By Peter Kimani 3 months ago