Counties must strengthen fiscal guardrails or risk betraying the spirit of devolution

Kenyans are fatigued by stories of misappropriation in county governments: Ghost projects, inflated tenders, and irregular employment.

By Gitile Naituli 4 months ago

Ditch the tribal card, Mr Duale, it won't work this time around

In recent weeks, we have heard reckless statements from leaders like William Kamket, Jackson Mandago, and Aden Duale, all suggesting that a certain community considers itself superior.

By Gitile Naituli 5 months ago

Why NYOTA could fail Kenya's youth like the Hustler Fund did

On paper, NYOTA appears to be a well-intentioned youth empowerment initiative. But it is just a political gimmick dressed as an economic solution.

By Gitile Naituli 5 months ago

Kenya can even be auctioned and deal sealed with hijacked public seal

It is, by design and legal assignment, to be held in solemn trust by a constitutionally recognised office: The Attorney-General (AG) of the Republic.

By Gitile Naituli 7 months ago

The military and politics: Upholding democratic norms

Article 239(3) of Kenya's Constitution, explicitly states that the armed forces shall not engage in partisan political activities.

By Gitile Naituli 9 months ago

Broad-based government is grand deception disguised as inclusivity

This broad-based government is a political charade aimed at hoodwinking the public into believing that inclusivity is being pursued, when in reality, it is a smokescreen for elite power-sharing.

By Gitile Naituli 9 months ago

Meru deserves better from devolution dream

During Governor Kawira's last impeachment, it was questionable how the senators ignored the real issues and created diversionary boogeyman in the form of gender.

By Gitile Naituli 1 year ago

Gen Z have sowed seeds of reforms in our governance

For a complete change to sweep a deeply entrenched system of beliefs, conduct, and management of public affairs, there must be consistency of action, focus on goals and clarity of vision.

By Gitile Naituli 1 year ago

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How Gen Z have changed Kenya's political system

By joining the government, ODM will lose the minority share as they will have joined the majority side.

By Gitile Naituli 1 year ago

Politics destroying Kenya's economic outlook

Corruption is deeply embedded in our political culture, with every new government feeding us promises then looting our resources.

By Gitile Naituli 2 years ago

Hustlers are feeling left out as SRC hike state officers' salary

How the SRC, a constitutional body charged with balancing the public wage bill arrived at a bizarre conclusion to reward the big boys, is a question of conjecture.

By Gitile Naituli 2 years ago

William Ruto should not stifle dissenters through the 'hug'

He has continued to swallow independent MPs. When one dangles the carrot of promissory favours to the opposition even before taking oath of office, that becomes a red flag.

By Gitile Naituli 3 years ago

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Why Martha Karua's principled stand on issues is not anger

Karua may not smile as much as some do but she has a reputation of consistently being even-handed in the management of citizens' affairs

By Gitile Naituli 3 years ago

Limited access to water, sanitation pose other challenges

Global sustainability agenda needs support

By Eric Kiniti 6 years ago

Kenyans need to join hands in promoting good drinking culture

Festivities: Let us not forget the need for collaboration

By Eric Kiniti 7 years ago

How private enterprise can halt earth’s death

Our goal of increasing forest cover to 15 per cent by the year 2022 is achievable.

By Eric Kiniti 7 years ago

Don't victimise genuine liquor traders

Following media reports that the crackdown on illicit liquor has led to attacks on bars, distributors and other chain businesses conducting genuine and licensed trade, it is necessary for us to pause and think critically about the latest approach to the fight against killer brews.

By Eric Kiniti 10 years ago