By Nyang’au Araka A coalition of civil society groups, activists, and governance actors has raised alarm over “a steady erosion of democracy, shrinking civic space, and worsening economic conditions in Kenya.” In a joint statement issued after a leadership retreat in Lukenya, Athi River, the groups said the country is at a “critical moment,” warning […]

By Nyang’au Araka Where I come from, we are told that if the village is on fire, you do not run to rescue your neighbour before rescuing yourself. Yet, as a region bound by history, culture, and fate, Kenya cannot pretend not to notice the smoke billowing from across the border in Tanzania. While we, […]