Category Archives: National
Revisiting the Fox, Hedgehog Analogy as Gachagua Goes for Ruto’s Jugular
Feb 08, 2025 at 07:57 AM
By Isaac Dan Bw’Onyancha In the ever-evolving world of Kenyan politics, the rivalry between President William Ruto and his former deputy, Rigathi Gachagua, has taken on the shape of a modern-day political drama. The fallout between the two, once staunch allies, offers a fascinating exploration of political strategies through the lens of the ancient Greek […]
How self-sufficiency can catapult Kenyan counties to prosperity
Feb 07, 2025 at 01:33 PM
By Nyakang’o O’Nyamota Kenya’s devolution system was designed to promote regional equity, enhance service delivery, and stimulate local economic growth. However, a decade into implementation, most counties remain financially dependent on the national government, struggle with misallocation of resources, and fail to maximize their economic potential. Amidst this, there are strategic approaches that can make […]
WEEKENDER POEM: Dispensary Bench
Feb 07, 2025 at 11:49 AM
By Shem Onderi Oh, Dispensary Bench, if you were human,So wide, so strong, your presence is proven.Built for comfort, you await with grace,As patients sit, in this quiet space. Placed by the wall, near the block,Not far from the doctor or the pharmacist’s walk,You rest in the hallway, often alone,Unnoticed at dusk, when the day’s […]
Why Money Is Never Enough However Hard One Works
Feb 07, 2025 at 10:41 AM
By Godwin Mose To those who have never known the real meaning of financial hardship, money means security, comfort, and the ability to enjoy life. But to those who have fought their way out of poverty, money is more than just a means to an end; money is survival itself. It is a fragile lifeline […]
Uganda’s Blatant Disregard for the Rule of Law Worrying
Feb 07, 2025 at 09:46 AM
By Isaac Dan Bw’Onyancha The trial and incarceration of Kizza Besigye in the UPDF martial courts exemplify the growing crisis in Uganda’s judicial system under President Yoweri Museveni’s prolonged rule. Besigye, a civilian, is being tried in a military court, a clear violation of the 2005 Supreme Court ruling that declared such trials unconstitutional. This […]
Group Calls For Homegrown Solutions As Trump Switches Taps Off
Feb 07, 2025 at 09:18 AM
By Arnold Ageta The African-led HIV Control Working Group (AHCWG) added its voice on American President Donald Trump’s decision to halt critical foreign aid to developing countries. In particular, the group took issue with the suspended Presidents Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). The 90-day freeze, implemented as from January 20th, 2025, has sent shockwaves […]
How Trump’s Withdrawal Of CDC Papers Will Hurt Health Research and Communication
Feb 05, 2025 at 01:36 PM
By OMBOKI MONAYO Sharp reactions have greeted American government’s decision to withdraw the Centres for Disease Control (CDC) research papers pending review. Experts say the directive will have significant implications for public health research, particularly in the context of long-term effects on scientific integrity, funding, and global health communication. In Kenya, the CDC conducts research […]
Joy as Kereri turns 60, ‘Leading Forward’
Feb 04, 2025 at 10:59 AM
By Elias Moturi It is exciting that Kereri Girls’ High School is clocking 60 in style. Already, preparations are on top gear as the big day, 16th February draws nigh. The institution opened its doors in 1965 as a Girls Secondary School, having been established by the Pentecostal Assemblies of God-(PAG-K). The church has its […]
Why gambling should worry us
Feb 04, 2025 at 06:58 AM
Bý Godwin Mose Gambling has infiltrated our social public and does not discriminate anyone on the basis of age, gender, religion or level of education. Sadly, it has emerged as one of the biggest problems in today’s society. It is no more a game; instead, it is an addiction that break families, trigger depression and […]
How Gusii Region Can Leap Out Of Poverty
Feb 03, 2025 at 01:41 PM
By Nyakang’o O’Nyamota Gusii region is a land of paradoxes, challenges and untapped opportunities. The region is known for fertile soils and other natural resources, and the people depend on agriculture as the backbone of the local economy. However, economic struggles persist due to limited value addition initiatives, market access challenges, and a lack of […]