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Why the one-term threat against William Ruto is just but a sore loser's pipe dream

We have not, in this country, had a presidential era where succession politics has reared its head as early as it has this season.

By Kenneth Lusaka 1 year ago

The day I learnt Raila Odinga is Kenya's shrewdest political tactician

Today, I reflect on the man who now works closely with President Ruto and who his multitude of supporters refer to as Baba. Raila Amolo Odinga.

By Kenneth Lusaka 1 year ago

Ruto defies odds, breaks mould on setting a legacy of historic firsts

Ruto became an MP on his first attempt. He became a deputy president on his first attempt at being a running mate and became president on his first attempt at running for office.

By Kenneth Lusaka 1 year ago

Gachagua, Buke and our UoN class of 1988

The late 80s and early 90s were politically hot times. Student politics at UoN was the hottest in the country's history and Buke and Gachagua were at the centre of it.

By Kenneth Lusaka 1 year ago

Kindiki will be the voice of reason in government

At the Senate, in the three years that he was Deputy Speaker, Tharaka Nithi, had shown exemplary organizational skill.

By Kenneth Lusaka 1 year ago

Honourable to a fault; Kithure Kindiki promotes values Kenya needs

As a student of political science and a latter-day practitioner, I had grown to understand that power was dark, it eats partakers into those who treat it casually.

By Kenneth Lusaka 1 year ago

Bungoma County spent Madaraka Day celebrations' funds diligently

The people of Bungoma reaped many benefits days before the event and after. Hosting Madaraka Day was a game-changer.

By Kenneth Lusaka 1 year ago

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Bungoma can't regret standing with 'ugly Nakitumba' Ruto

As the president met and greeted the people of Western, one issue stood out; his efforts to revive collapsed sugar mills in the region.

By Kenneth Lusaka 2 years ago

Shylock's missed detail ruined his case; Kenya is also on same track

The Constitution must be amended to provide for the office of the leader of official opposition, a job to be taken up by the presidential candidate that emerges second at a presidential election.

By Kenneth Lusaka 2 years ago