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During his recent visit to Ethiopia, Raila Odinga received enthusiastic praise from young African leaders who expressed admiration for his decades-long commitment to Pan-Africanism and his vision for a unified, prosperous Africa. These leaders, representing diverse regions across the continent, hailed Raila for his track record in fostering peace, democracy, and infrastructure development—qualities they believe are essential as he campaigns for the African Union Commission (AUC) chairmanship. Many young African leaders view Raila as a transformative figure capable of driving the continent towards achieving key goals like economic integration and social cohesion. His proposal to promote Swahili and Arabic as…

Raila Odinga recently gave a powerful speech in Ethiopia as part of his campaign for the position of African Union Commission (AUC) chairperson. During the address, he emphasized his vision for a more united and prosperous Africa. Raila’s speech resonated with his Pan-African goals, including enhancing integration across the continent, advocating for peace, and creating more economic opportunities. He expressed his hope for an “Africa without borders,” emphasizing the need for African nations to work collaboratively, leaving behind linguistic and historical divisions. His message earned him a standing ovation from an audience that included key African leaders, further highlighting the…

At a recent “Meet the People” forum in Kenya, a sense of growing disillusionment emerged as citizens voiced frustrations about the three branches of government—the Judiciary, Parliament, and the Executive. Many Kenyans feel these institutions have failed to meet public expectations amid high-profile disputes over governance and accountability. For example, ongoing clashes between President William Ruto and the Judiciary have sparked controversy, with Ruto openly criticizing judicial decisions that he claims obstruct his development agenda. This has led to public outcry, particularly among legal professionals and opposition leaders who view these comments as attacks on judicial independence. In response, the…

Governor George Natembeya’s statement, “Kazi ya Waluhya ni kupasua kuni kwa matanga na kuchimba kaburi, tumesema Tawe kwa hayo yote,” came in the context of advocating for greater recognition and respect for the Luhya community in Kenya, particularly in terms of employment opportunities within the government. The phrase itself, while appearing to refer to the traditional roles often assigned to the Luhya people—such as cutting firewood and digging graves—was not intended to insult but rather to emphasize the need for the Luhya community to be valued beyond these stereotypical tasks. Natembeya was making a pointed call for Luhyas to be…

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has now instructed his legal team to withdraw their challenge to his impeachment, nearly a week after Kithure Kindiki was officially sworn in as the new Deputy President. In a move that appears to signal his acceptance of the political shift, Gachagua’s lawyers, led by Senior Counsel Paul Muite, informed the Court of Appeal that they would no longer pursue the case. They cited the recent developments—specifically Kindiki’s swearing-in—as the primary reason, explaining that the initial grounds for the legal challenge no longer held relevance. In a statement before Justices Patrick Kiage, Aggrey Muchelule, and…

A kenyan football coach has been slapped with a Skh 90 Million fine or serve 110 years in jail, which will translate to life in prison aftet he was found guilty of defiling young players under his care. According to reports, the Office of The Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) provided sufficient evidence that was tabled at a Kilifi Court, implicating the accused that necessitated the ruling against him. In her ruling, Kilifi Principal Magistrate Ivy Wasike found the accused guilty of child pornography, being in possession of videos with obscene images of a minor aged 11, and trafficking in…

General Francis Ogolla’s recent chopper crash in Kenya’s North Rift region, which tragically led to his death and that of nine others on board, has generated widespread speculation and concern. As the Kenya Air Force and investigative teams comb through the incident’s details, rumors have surfaced that his helicopter may have been targeted by a specialized weapon such as a Python 5 RPG. However, no official evidence currently confirms these claims. Reports from the scene reveal that the helicopter crashed and caught fire shortly after takeoff from a school visit in Chesegon, where Ogolla was on a mission related to…

Nairobi’s County Assembly members, led by Kileleshwa MCA Robert Alai, have voiced their discontent with Governor Johnson Sakaja, raising issues that could lead to impeachment. This push stems from concerns over alleged mismanagement and operational delays, particularly regarding bursary disbursements meant to support students. MCAs argue that, despite substantial daily revenue collections, bursary funds have been held up, leaving many students without assistance. These delays are among several frustrations cited by MCAs, who believe that Sakaja’s administration has neglected essential services, including garbage collection, resulting in deteriorating city conditions​. ​Tensions have further escalated as Sakaja faces criticism from both Azimio-affiliated…

Ndindi Nyoro, a Member of Parliament from Kiharu and a close ally of President William Ruto, is facing growing internal scrutiny from Ruto’s supporters who are uncomfortable with his increasing national visibility and rumored ambition. Recently, some political allies of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua have voiced concerns over Nyoro’s actions, which they see as an attempt to outshine Gachagua as a possible 2027 running mate for Ruto. Nyoro’s frequent nationwide tours, public engagements, and meetings with key figures in Kenyan politics have intensified speculation that he may be positioning himself as a strong contender within the Kenya Kwanza coalition, potentially…

In response to allegations that Safaricom has been sharing customer data with the Kenyan government without proper authorization, CEO Peter Ndegwa firmly clarified the company’s data privacy policies. He emphasized that Safaricom only shares user data when legally required through a court order. This reassurance comes amid concerns from the public, particularly following protests where some believed Safaricom may have cooperated with authorities to track protest participants. Ndegwa assured customers that Safaricom follows Kenya’s Data Protection Act strictly, protecting user privacy against unauthorized disclosure. Ndegwa also addressed misunderstandings about the types of data Safaricom holds, explaining that Call Data Records…