Ken Opalo

Two thirds gender rule achievable

The case for increasing the share of women in Parliament is simple and clear. First and foremost, it is a matter of gender equality for its own sake.

Ken Opalo

We’re living a lie on gender equity

What should we do to demonstrate that we are serious about respecting girls and women? The first step should start in our personal lives.

Ken Opalo

Put national budget on the table too

For this reason, democratic institutions always seek to protect the rights of minority groups against the tyranny of the powerful majority.

Ken Opalo

Create more jobs from manufacturing

One of the most reliable ways of guaranteeing individuals a decent standard of living is permanent employment.

Ken Opalo

DP Ruto should think long-term to survive

The first thing should be to map the distribution of power and supporting institutional architecture. Where does power lie?

Ken Opalo

Forget the DP, the Judiciary is under attack

The most problematic parts of the order, and which should be getting more airplay, are the seeming encroachment on independent commissions.

Ken Opalo

Disapora woes mirror failed policy

The UN predicts that 265 million people worldwide will face acute food shortage by December 2020.

Ken Opalo

Make 2022 a devolution referendum

As we are seeing with the ongoing impasse in the Senate, there is a section of elite who have never accepted the 2010 constitutional settlement.