By Kurian Musa The African Union (AU) Ordinary General Assembly on February 15, 2025, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, marked a pivotal moment in African diplomacy and Kenyan politics. Kenya’s former Prime Minister (PM), Raila Odinga lost his bid for the African Union Commission (AUC) Chair to Djibouti’s Youssef in the seventh round of voting. The […]

By Jackline Mwende The media plays a crucial role in shaping public understanding, attitudes, perceptions, and responses to climate change. It also influences how people engage with climate issues, the urgency they feel, and the actions they take. Media also influences how the urgency of climate change is perceived, the solutions available, and the responsibility […]

By Nyakang’o O’Nyamota Raila Odinga’s bid for the African Union Commission (AUC) chairmanship was met with considerable challenges, reflecting a complex interplay of geopolitical, regional, and internal factors. While Odinga enjoys significant political stature, several key reasons contributed to his rejection, highlighting the intricate dynamics of African leadership selection. To start with, Africa’s leadership has […]

By Isaac Dan Bw’Onyancha The election of Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Djibouti’s Foreign Minister, as the new Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC) has reignited debate surrounding the Anglophone-Francophone divide within the organization. Youssouf’s victory, especially over strong contenders such as Kenya’s Raila Odinga, a leading Anglophone figure, highlights the continued dominance of Francophone nations […]

By Kurian Musa The African Union Commission (AUC) leadership transition happening this weekend has attracted huge continental attention never seen in recent times. In particular, all eyes are on Raila Odinga, the seasoned Kenyan opposition leader and former Prime Minister. Odinga has declared his interest to be the next Chairperson of the Commission. With his […]

By KPC Reporter Technology continues to make things easier for mankind, particularly in terms of communication. Gone are the days sending written messages and delivering them manually was a fad. Today, electronic messages are delivered and responded to with so much ease. For example, Short Message Service (SMS) continues to be popular as it works […]

By Abdi Karim Many Kenyans are wondering why veteran radio personality, Leonard Mambo Mbotela is going to be buried at Lang’ata cemetery this Saturday. Those asking think Lenny, as was fondly known by his contemporaries think he should have been buried at his ancestral home. However, not every Kenyan can say that he comes from […]

By Janet Nyanchoka Senator Richard Onyonka of Kisii County has called for speedy investigations into quarrying activities that are reportedly causing significant environmental degradation and human rights violations in the region. Speaking in Parliament, Onyonka asked for a comprehensive statement from the Standing Committee on Land, Environment, and Natural Resources to address pressing concerns stemming […]

By Isaac Dan Bw’Onyancha Pollster reports, such as the recent Infotrak ranking of Kenyan counties and governors, offer valuable insights into public perceptions of governance, leadership, and performance. However, these reports require a nuanced examination of the methodology and interpretation of the findings. While such surveys can shed light on how residents view their leaders, […]

By Nyakang’o O’Nyamota The Gusii people stand at a historic crossroads, politically speaking. For decades, we have been a strong and hardworking community, contributing immensely to Kenya’s national progress. Yet, time and again, we have witnessed our political strength undermined, our unity tested, and our aspirations diluted by external forces seeking to divide us. Today, […]