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Opinion

Governments in Africa must walk the talk on climate change

Governments in Africa must not only commit to climate change recommendations but also address the practical challenges hindering implementation.
By John Kakonge 17 hrs ago
Governments in Africa must walk the talk on climate change
India's G20 presidency and the dawn of a new multilateralism
By Narendra Modi 17 hrs ago
Make Knec a trusted agency that assesses success, not failure of learners
Make Knec a trusted agency that assesses success, not failure of learners
By Edward Wanyonyi 17 hrs ago
For democracy to thrive, a vote audit must reveal 'true' winner
For democracy to thrive, a vote audit must reveal 'true' winner
By Elias Mokua 17 hrs ago
Bridge gap between technical training and academic ability
Training institutions should be empowered to train more people in engineering and information technology-related areas.
By Lillian Mwai-Ndegwa 1 day ago
Bridge gap between technical training and academic ability
Lessons from Sri Lanka on populist economic interventions
Last year, Sri Lanka reached the zenith of its economic and financial crises. Angry protestors converged on the presidential residence.
By Leonard Khafafa 1 day ago
Lessons from Sri Lanka on populist economic interventions
How the youth are driving climate solutions through eco-action
Many young people are concerned about the impact of climate change on the planet and future generations.
By Lamech Opiyo 1 day ago
How the youth are driving climate solutions through eco-action
Why once popular George Weah lost presidential elections in Liberia
George Weah’s loss remains a lesson to all leaders that citizens are alive to realities of how their affairs are run.
By Mohamud Abdi 1 day ago
Why once popular George Weah lost presidential elections in Liberia
How COP28 aims to unlock trillions for businesses offering climate solutions
In the lead-up, the UAE’s COP28 Presidency has made no secret of its ambition to make this the most consequential COP.
By Badr Jafar 2 days ago
How COP28 aims to unlock trillions for businesses offering climate solutions
What Kenya could learn from China on training of teachers
Sustainable Development Goal number 4 advocates for quality and equitable education by 2030 and for this to be realised, improving the quality of teachers is a prerequisite.
By Dr Mukirae Njihia 2 days ago
What Kenya could learn from China on training of teachers
Trade unions play a huge role in workers' education and governance
In the dynamic landscape of the contemporary workforce, the pivotal role of workers’ education programmes cannot be overstated.
By Bruno Otiato 2 days ago
Trade unions play a huge role in workers' education and governance
We should rethink our energy use to power economic growth
The stark reality of energy’s pivotal role in our world has never been more evident than in this moment of geopolitical strain, illuminating the urgency for sustainable and secure energy strategies.
By Edward Mayaka 2 days ago
We should rethink our energy use to power economic growth
Ensure contracted teachers are absorbed on permanent terms
KNUT has been at the forefront of demanding that the government employs more teachers to reduce teachers’ workload and enhance quality teaching.
By Collins Oyuu 3 days ago
Ensure contracted teachers are absorbed on permanent terms
EAC integration a silver lining for Kenya, will boost economy
When public policy does not encourage the productive capacity of citizens then you know you are staring at a polity that is headed into an abyss.
By Kidi Mwaga 3 days ago
EAC integration a silver lining for Kenya, will boost economy
Non-aligned movement must fight today's neo-colonialism
Since the end of the Cold War, NAM went to sleep. Meetings became sporadic, and many believed the organisation without a purpose or future.
By James Cooper 4 days ago
Non-aligned movement must fight today's neo-colonialism
What our Constitution says on corruption, leaders' language
How we will deal with corruption in this fiscal year will determine the nature of our society and the quality of our democracy for the coming decade.
By Pheroze Nowrojee 4 days ago
What our Constitution says on corruption, leaders' language
Learning the art of subtle leadership is key to success
One of the most important roles leaders play is nurturing trust among the team. More than just getting the individual team members to trust that as their leader you have their best interests at heart.
By Mark Ocitti 4 days ago
Learning the art of subtle leadership is key to success
Declare El Nino a national crisis and rescue Kenyans from floods
The devastation caused by El Niño rains, especially in areas that recently endured calamitous drought that left death and destruction in its wake, is harrowing and desolating for residents.
By Koki Muli Grignon 4 days ago
Declare El Nino a national crisis and rescue Kenyans from floods
Media is 'lynching' families of the accused
While a scribe’s job is to find out more about a story, we may be camouflaging unprofessionalism with a shallow defence of public good.
By Mark Oloo 4 days ago
Media is 'lynching' families of the accused
Kenya Kwanza leaders speaking at cross-purposes
Claims by Azimio that the government is pulling wool over the eyes of Kenyans; and that there is no deal between Kenya and Saudi Arabia were vehemently denied by Kimani Ichung'wah.
By Alexander Chagema 4 days ago
Kenya Kwanza leaders speaking at cross-purposes
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The rot in our police service has deep roots in the Executive arm
A joke told to describe corruption in society says what are the requirements for recruitment into the Kenya Police Service, and the answer is Sh200,000.
By Gabriel Dolan 4 days ago
The rot in our police service has deep roots in the Executive arm
Why we should do more for road accident victims
According to WHO, accidents are the greatest cause of death among people aged 5-29. Many survivors are in that age group too. In Kenya, most deaths occur to people between 20 and 44.
By Mike Nyagwoka 4 days ago
Why we should do more for road accident victims
Let's use our brains to improve national politics, relationships
In the famous words of former President Moi, siasa mbaya maisha mbaya – bad politics results in a bad life. The opposite is true. Good politics results in a good life.
By Isaac Kalua Green 4 days ago
Let's use our brains to improve national politics, relationships
Why did the NPSC commissioners abandon their mandate?
The commission also sat pretty as the BBI process proposed its disbandment initially and, in the second iteration, recommended its domination by the Inspector General of the NPS.
By Demas Kiprono 6 days ago
Why did the NPSC commissioners abandon their mandate?
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