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Opposition wave slowly turning into tsunami against Ruto

Firstly, a significant strategic advantage for the Opposition lies in the profound familiarity its leading figures possess regarding President Ruto's political modus operandi.

By Elias Mokua 2026-05-07 00:00:00

Opposition wave slowly turning into tsunami against Ruto

Why many young scholars are reluctant to read complex texts

By Elias Mokua 2026-04-30 00:00:00

What Opposition should do besides criticising government

If the opposition seeks to become a serious contender against the incumbent, it needs to move beyond criticism and define a signature rallying call that speaks directly to citizens frustrations.

By Elias Mokua 2026-04-16 00:00:00

Increasing political antagonism could push Kenya to the brink

The flying political jabs we are witnessing as we gear up to the 2027 General Election offer a glimpse of the neck-to-neck political competition ahead of us.

By Elias Mokua 2026-04-09 00:00:00

Increasing political antagonism could push Kenya to the brink

How universities can examine their students in the age of AI

After a heavy week of attending physical and online debates on the use of Artificial Intelligence for teaching and learning

By Elias Mokua 2026-02-19 00:00:00

How universities can examine their students in the age of AI

Northern Kenya is not alone, all county governments have failed

Not only the Northern Kenya leaders owe Kenyans an explanation over underdevelopment of their counties but all counties, beginning with Nairobi County as the seat of national leadership.

By Elias Mokua 2026-01-15 00:00:00

Northern Kenya is not alone, all county governments have failed

Why general elections leave our country polarised and fragile

Our elections become exercises in political optics, coalition theatrics, and ethnic mobilisation, rather than serious debates about leadership, governance, and the common good.

By Elias Mokua 2026-01-08 00:00:00

Why general elections leave our country polarised and fragile

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What we can do differently as we begin 2026

Our systems of governance have increasingly become heartless. Insensitive to the plight of the poor. Exploiting poverty for political power.

By Elias Mokua 2026-01-01 10:00:00

What we can do differently as we begin 2026

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It is hard for women, and even men, to resist Karua's allure

It is a tormenting time to stand against Karua, even by raising the strongest justified counter-arguments.

By Elias Mokua
Jun. 1, 2022

It is hard for women, and even men, to resist Karua's allure

Should we regulate political advertising

There are a million ways one can successfully campaign without manipulating the poor and the situation they find themselves in.

By Elias Mokua
May. 26, 2022

Should we regulate political advertising

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To understand Kalonzo's woes, just read 'Betrayal in the City'

What a week it was for political formations choosing presidential running mates! Well, “choosing” may not be the right word.

By Elias Mokua
May. 19, 2022

To understand Kalonzo's woes, just read 'Betrayal in the City'

Reverse SGR deal? Stop making promises that you cannot fulfill

If you missed it, Kenya Kwanza presidential aspirant, Dr William Ruto, has promised to 'reverse' what the media captured as “Uhuru’s Port, SGR deals” should he win the August poll.

By Elias Mokua
May. 12, 2022

Reverse SGR deal? Stop making promises that you cannot fulfill

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Worry more about who will be in opposition, not State House

Between electing the President and electing a good Opposition in the August poll, we are better off concentrating on who becomes the Opposition Chief.

By Elias Mokua
May. 5, 2022