Stories by: Gusii Press
POETIC TURN: Before My Stars Would Shine
Jul 03, 2025 at 03:13 PM
By Faith Nyabuto When I have fears that I may die Before my pen has gleaned my mind, Before I’ve read the books I seek, Before my stars begin to shine— When I behold, upon the night’s starred face, The clouds that speak of high romance, And fear I’ll never live to trace The dreams […]
Blogger Reemerges after Disappearance, Sparks Debate on Security and Free Speech
Jul 03, 2025 at 02:56 PM
By Dories Kwamboka Blogger and computer scientist Ndiang’ui Kinyagia has resurfaced after several days of uncertainty, appearing before the Milimani Law Courts on Thursday morning under heightened public and judicial scrutiny. Kinyagia, known for his outspoken criticism of government policy, vanished shortly after posting a protest strategy linked to the recent anti-finance bill demonstrations held […]
Maraga Calls for Constitutional Reset, Vows to Restore Rule of Law
Jul 03, 2025 at 07:35 AM
By Faith Nyabuto Former Chief Justice David Maraga has urged national leaders to unite and steer Kenya back to constitutionalism, warning that the country is veering dangerously off course. Maraga emphasized the need for a government anchored in the Constitution, which he described as one of the most progressive in the world. “The Kenyan Constitution […]
ODM Now Seeks to Silence the Streets It Once Marched On Via Passaris’ Bill
Jul 03, 2025 at 06:52 AM
By Isaac Dan Bw’Onyancha The Public Order (Amendment) Bill, 2025, proposed by Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris, seeks to outlaw all public meetings and processions within 100 metres of Parliament, State House, the courts, and other protected areas. It also gives sweeping powers to the Interior Cabinet Secretary, in consultation with county governments, to designate […]
POETIC TURN: Transitioning Tides
Jul 02, 2025 at 08:32 PM
By Ronkoe Lanoi Rhoda. June waves goodbye with a golden farewell, Soft breezes carry its stories to tell, Fields wrapped in sunlight, a warm, tender glow, As summer’s sweet promise begins to bestow. The last blooms of June in their vibrant display, Fading to whispers, they dance and decay, Yet […]
POETIC TURN: Bosom Buddies
Jul 02, 2025 at 08:23 PM
By Alex Obaigwa The very first time that we met, We were caught in friendships net. Bound together from the start, You quickly found a place in my heart. Whenever I found myself in a fix, You were the one I’d always pick. I’d ring your bell—no need to explain— And you’d show up, again […]
KSh 60 Million Payout Sparks Hope for Human–Wildlife Conflict Victims in Kilifi
Jul 02, 2025 at 08:10 PM
By KPC Reporter More than KSh 60 million in compensation has been disbursed to communities in Kilifi County for losses suffered from human–wildlife conflicts. The funds cover claims dating back to 2014 through October 2020, specifically addressing human fatalities. The government pledged to resolve all outstanding compensation claims, reaffirming its duty under the Wildlife Conservation […]
How a Bungoma Farmer “Resurrected” Her Soil and Hope
Jul 02, 2025 at 02:01 PM
By Nyang’au Araka and FAO When Agnes Barasa walks through her backyard garden today, she does so with the quiet confidence of someone who has beaten the odds. She gently tucks in mulch around vibrant kale, tomatoes, and beans. Just a few years ago, this fertile patch was nothing but dry, cracked earth. “I’m a […]
Twelve Nyamira MCAs in Trouble Over “Absenteeism”
Jul 02, 2025 at 10:49 AM
By KPC Reporter Twelve members of the County Assembly of Nyamira will know their fate next week—whether they will continue serving in office or lose their seats. According to Speaker Thadeus Nyabaro, the MCAs allegedly skipped eight consecutive plenary sittings without official approval, breaching both the law and the Assembly’s Standing Orders. Nine of the […]
Karua Commends Gen Z Protesters, Slams Government Over Rights Violations
Jul 02, 2025 at 08:51 AM
By Faith Nyabuto People’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua has commended Kenya’s Gen Z for their resilience in fighting for their constitutional rights. Her remarks on Kenya Television Network (KTN) came in the wake of recent national demonstrations, during which she accused the government of sponsoring violence and failing to uphold the rule of […]