Why politics of 'the cousins' will not take our country forward

When opposition mobilises on the basis of ethnic and tribal affiliations, it loses the moral high ground to call out the government for exploiting historical ethnic grievances.

By 1 month ago

Gen Z protests and the widening gap between the rich and poor

We have constantly elected timid leaders who have spoken a good game about areas of reforms but quickly taper to the whims of forces of patronage, cronyism and ethnic exclusion.

By 1 month ago

To end Generation Z protests or not? That is the big question

While Kenya is not yet a failed state, these protests are calculated at the people–led restoration of a state that can govern effectively.

By 1 month ago

Let's not allow politicians to use ethnicity to divide us yet again

We must deal with the edifice that makes it possible for politicians to seek to exploit ethnic and tribal grievances, real or imagined, in pursuit of political ends.

By 2 months ago

Why you shouldn't miss public participation forums on budget

The state of our democracy, including the prudent management of public finance, will be as good as the vigilance we are willing to invest in the process.

By 3 months ago

Ruto is justified to 'look West' and 'East' at the same time

So, with debt obligations falling due, coupled with diminishing revenue collections and a populace that is restless and hungry for service delivery, we must grapple with robbing Peter to pay Paul.

By 3 months ago

Threat to impeach Orengo by Luo professionals laughable

Siaya Governor James Orengo is facing criticism for saying it’s not good for ODM to taper to the whims of the government while still posturing as the bearer of the alternative viable political vision.

By 3 months ago

Stop misinforming people on social media about Finance Bill 2025

We need to understand the budget-making process to put to rest the lies and propaganda by folks who think that ours should be a chaotic society at all times.

By 4 months ago

Online disinformation and misinformation threat to democracy, national security

This reality has been further necessitated by overzealousness of our security agencies when responding to street pickets and demonstrations.

By 4 months ago

Why public attack against KDF chief is baseless and pointless

As the head of a critical national security organ, the Chief of Defence Forces felt duty-bound to remind us all that “Ruto Must Go” chant is pointless if the end is not aligned with the Constitution.

By 4 months ago

For once, President's list of nominees is quite impressive

Inclusion of various segments our society in public appointments is a constitutional imperative that we cannot ignore when its convenient.

By 4 months ago

Let President and Raila political marriage lead to better services

We are dangerously hurtling towards the cliff’s edge and the working class, just like the retirees, are battling an increasingly contracting employment space.

By 4 months ago

We should plan for proletariat electoral revolution in 2027

The same way Uhuru achieved his "yangu kumi, ya William kumi" agenda, is the same way we would be pushed into a cul-de-sac of choosing between Ruto and inferior versions of Ruto.

By 5 months ago

Why politics of 'the cousins' will not take our country forward

When opposition mobilises on the basis of ethnic and tribal affiliations, it loses the moral high ground to call out the government for exploiting historical ethnic grievances.

By 1 month ago

Gen Z protests and the widening gap between the rich and poor

We have constantly elected timid leaders who have spoken a good game about areas of reforms but quickly taper to the whims of forces of patronage, cronyism and ethnic exclusion.

By 1 month ago

To end Generation Z protests or not? That is the big question

While Kenya is not yet a failed state, these protests are calculated at the people–led restoration of a state that can govern effectively.

By 1 month ago

Let's not allow politicians to use ethnicity to divide us yet again

We must deal with the edifice that makes it possible for politicians to seek to exploit ethnic and tribal grievances, real or imagined, in pursuit of political ends.

By 2 months ago

Why you shouldn't miss public participation forums on budget

The state of our democracy, including the prudent management of public finance, will be as good as the vigilance we are willing to invest in the process.

By 3 months ago

Ruto is justified to 'look West' and 'East' at the same time

So, with debt obligations falling due, coupled with diminishing revenue collections and a populace that is restless and hungry for service delivery, we must grapple with robbing Peter to pay Paul.

By 3 months ago

Threat to impeach Orengo by Luo professionals laughable

Siaya Governor James Orengo is facing criticism for saying it’s not good for ODM to taper to the whims of the government while still posturing as the bearer of the alternative viable political vision.

By 3 months ago

Stop misinforming people on social media about Finance Bill 2025

We need to understand the budget-making process to put to rest the lies and propaganda by folks who think that ours should be a chaotic society at all times.

By 4 months ago

Online disinformation and misinformation threat to democracy, national security

This reality has been further necessitated by overzealousness of our security agencies when responding to street pickets and demonstrations.

By 4 months ago

Why public attack against KDF chief is baseless and pointless

As the head of a critical national security organ, the Chief of Defence Forces felt duty-bound to remind us all that “Ruto Must Go” chant is pointless if the end is not aligned with the Constitution.

By 4 months ago

For once, President's list of nominees is quite impressive

Inclusion of various segments our society in public appointments is a constitutional imperative that we cannot ignore when its convenient.

By 4 months ago

Let President and Raila political marriage lead to better services

We are dangerously hurtling towards the cliff’s edge and the working class, just like the retirees, are battling an increasingly contracting employment space.

By 4 months ago

We should plan for proletariat electoral revolution in 2027

The same way Uhuru achieved his "yangu kumi, ya William kumi" agenda, is the same way we would be pushed into a cul-de-sac of choosing between Ruto and inferior versions of Ruto.

By 5 months ago

Why politics of 'the cousins' will not take our country forward

When opposition mobilises on the basis of ethnic and tribal affiliations, it loses the moral high ground to call out the government for exploiting historical ethnic grievances.

By 1 month ago

Gen Z protests and the widening gap between the rich and poor

We have constantly elected timid leaders who have spoken a good game about areas of reforms but quickly taper to the whims of forces of patronage, cronyism and ethnic exclusion.

By 1 month ago

To end Generation Z protests or not? That is the big question

While Kenya is not yet a failed state, these protests are calculated at the people–led restoration of a state that can govern effectively.

By 1 month ago

Let's not allow politicians to use ethnicity to divide us yet again

We must deal with the edifice that makes it possible for politicians to seek to exploit ethnic and tribal grievances, real or imagined, in pursuit of political ends.

By 2 months ago

Why you shouldn't miss public participation forums on budget

The state of our democracy, including the prudent management of public finance, will be as good as the vigilance we are willing to invest in the process.

By 3 months ago

Ruto is justified to 'look West' and 'East' at the same time

So, with debt obligations falling due, coupled with diminishing revenue collections and a populace that is restless and hungry for service delivery, we must grapple with robbing Peter to pay Paul.

By 3 months ago

Threat to impeach Orengo by Luo professionals laughable

Siaya Governor James Orengo is facing criticism for saying it’s not good for ODM to taper to the whims of the government while still posturing as the bearer of the alternative viable political vision.

By 3 months ago

Stop misinforming people on social media about Finance Bill 2025

We need to understand the budget-making process to put to rest the lies and propaganda by folks who think that ours should be a chaotic society at all times.

By 4 months ago

Online disinformation and misinformation threat to democracy, national security

This reality has been further necessitated by overzealousness of our security agencies when responding to street pickets and demonstrations.

By 4 months ago

Why public attack against KDF chief is baseless and pointless

As the head of a critical national security organ, the Chief of Defence Forces felt duty-bound to remind us all that “Ruto Must Go” chant is pointless if the end is not aligned with the Constitution.

By 4 months ago

For once, President's list of nominees is quite impressive

Inclusion of various segments our society in public appointments is a constitutional imperative that we cannot ignore when its convenient.

By 4 months ago

Let President and Raila political marriage lead to better services

We are dangerously hurtling towards the cliff’s edge and the working class, just like the retirees, are battling an increasingly contracting employment space.

By 4 months ago

We should plan for proletariat electoral revolution in 2027

The same way Uhuru achieved his "yangu kumi, ya William kumi" agenda, is the same way we would be pushed into a cul-de-sac of choosing between Ruto and inferior versions of Ruto.

By 5 months ago

Gen Z protests and the widening gap between the rich and poor

We have constantly elected timid leaders who have spoken a good game about areas of reforms but quickly taper to the whims of forces of patronage, cronyism and ethnic exclusion.

By Kidi Mwaga 1 month ago