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ODM Party’s twizzles: It is now Mudavadi’s turn, but was outcome inevitable?

TURNING POINT

This week could yet prove to be an interesting one in the political landscape, in what can be characterised as a mad scramble for the presidency.

ODM Party’s twizzles: It is now Mudavadi’s turn, but was outcome inevitable?

By | 9 years ago

Why a new Kenya’s hopes must overcome traditional and political ‘tribe market’ machinations

Why a new Kenya’s hopes must overcome traditional and political ‘tribe market’ machinations

History will harshly judge those behind rekindling of tribal machinations, in the name of the now infamous Gema and Kamatusa associations.

| 9 years ago

Cabinet reshuffle served converged political interests, but can we decipher coded intention?

Cabinet reshuffle served converged political interests, but can we decipher coded intention?

Yes, President Kibaki agreed on a Cabinet reshuffle with Prime Minister Raila Odinga, in a political action that sent out coded intentions but which do not need a genius to decipher.

| 9 years ago

Why Gema politics must see Kenya as bigger than their immediate regional interests

Why Gema politics must see Kenya as bigger than their immediate regional interests

Last week's gathering of leaders of Mount Kenya region - characterised more as Gema - due to its historical association under Gikuyu Embu and Meru Association that served as a political and economic mobilisation vehicle after Kenya's independence has raised political curiosity.

| 9 years ago

Alternative keys exist to IEBC's choice of next March election date, but which is real?

The Kenyan public wants elections held sooner, but...

Alternative keys exist to IEBC's choice of next March election date, but which is real?

By | Mar 20, 2012

Mr Speaker, report of MP hirelings in Parliament is a threat to national interests

We remain focused on Parliament, amidst reports of...

Mr Speaker, report of MP hirelings in Parliament is a threat to national interests

By | Mar 13, 2012

Chiefs are supposed to enforce law and order. Enforcing order involves among other things, asking drunk and disorderly people to sit down until a law

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Chiefs are supposed to enforce law and order. Enforcing order involves among other things, asking drunk and disorderly people to sit down until a law

By | Mar 07, 2012

Can Parliament overcome vested interests when dealing with matters of national interest?

On Tuesday, Parliament meets again amidst rising p...

Can Parliament overcome vested interests when dealing with matters of national interest?

By | Mar 06, 2012

Presidential race and the delicate balancing act of picking out perfect running mate

Today, presidential candidates face a daunting tas...

Presidential race and the delicate balancing act of picking out perfect running mate

By | Feb 28, 2012

A never-ending political war, but who really could become President and how?

Today, the Public Watchdog delves into the murky w...

A never-ending political war, but who really could become President and how?

By | Feb 21, 2012

CMA regulatory actions should uphold shareholder interest but is that the case?

The Public Watchdog returns to Kenya’s capital m...

CMA regulatory actions should uphold shareholder interest but is that the case?

By | Feb 14, 2012

India ministers caught watching porn

Three Indian politicians from a morally conservati...

India ministers caught watching porn

By | Feb 10, 2012

Action on 5,000-plus post-poll violence cases is a political afterthought with serious risks

Why now? That is the pertinent question emerging f...

Action on 5,000-plus post-poll violence cases is a political afterthought with serious risks

By | Feb 07, 2012

What a day for Kenya with ICC’s moment of truth as Ocampo Six ruling is finally read out!

The hour of suspense is no more and the jury is ou...

What a day for Kenya with ICC’s moment of truth as Ocampo Six ruling is finally read out!

By | Jan 24, 2012

Momentum for change now rests with President and Prime Minister, but will they disappoint?

If anyone doubted that Kenya was on a momentum of ...

Momentum for change now rests with President and Prime Minister, but will they disappoint?

By | Jan 17, 2012

Nyachae and Githu are like Siamese twins in constitution implementation process but how?

Today, Public Watchdog delves on a matter of great...

Nyachae and Githu are like Siamese twins in constitution implementation process but how?

By | Jan 10, 2012

Kenya is bigger than all of us, but how do we slay the demon of self-interest Mr President?

Last Sunday, we the people of Kenya and the world ...

Kenya is bigger than all of us, but how do we slay the demon of self-interest Mr President?

By | Jan 03, 2012

Granted 2011 was a challenging year, then 2012 must clearly be a politically defining one

This week marks the end of 2011, a challenging yea...

Granted 2011 was a challenging year, then 2012 must clearly be a politically defining one

By | Dec 27, 2011

Hassan Omar has a right to express his opinion but isn’t public sector tribalism pervasive?

Yes, Hassan Omar, the straight- shooting Commissio...

Hassan Omar has a right to express his opinion but isn’t public sector tribalism pervasive?

By | Dec 20, 2011

Threats to journalists affront to press freedom

Last week the Standard Group alerted the country a...

Threats to journalists affront to press freedom

By | Dec 13, 2011

Locals pay Sh5 to use the man-made bridge (Omuvunje) to cross River Nzoia at Muraka in Webuye. Omuvunje is a Luhya name for the bridge made of ropes a

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Locals pay Sh5 to use the man-made bridge (Omuvunje) to cross River Nzoia at Muraka in Webuye. Omuvunje is a Luhya name for the bridge made of ropes a

By | Dec 08, 2011

Wetangula outburst on El Bashir contemptuous in light of quest for judicial independence

Last week’s outburst by political actors in an e...

Wetangula outburst on El Bashir contemptuous in light of quest for judicial independence

By | Dec 06, 2011

Health system rests on national preventive and diagnostic infrastructure

Yes, the health of the nation rests on our capacit...

Health system rests on national preventive and diagnostic infrastructure

By | Nov 29, 2011

There is nothing as important as doing something that can be of benefit, not only to you, but also to future generations. That’s why Mama Kimoi Kisan

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There is nothing as important as doing something that can be of benefit, not only to you, but also to future generations. That’s why Mama Kimoi Kisan

By | Nov 25, 2011

Gaddafi son capture shows dictators have destiny with misery

History has shown us that one thing is certain: Wh...

Gaddafi son capture shows dictators have destiny with misery

By | Nov 22, 2011

Picking only selfless, transformative leaders can solve challenges, but will Kenyans do it?

Yes, as a country we are facing multiple challenge...

Picking only selfless, transformative leaders can solve challenges, but will Kenyans do it?

By | Nov 15, 2011

Are CBK measures to curb inflation succeeding?

The Public Watchdog resumes today after a short br...

Are CBK measures to curb inflation succeeding?

By | Nov 08, 2011

We expect new electoral commissioners to be free from political control

This week, Public Watchdog delves into the raging ...

We expect new electoral commissioners to be free from political control

By | Sep 27, 2011

Yes, with 9/11 aftermath, our world has changed forever but why this vengefulness?

The month of September, shall forever remain a mon...

Yes, with 9/11 aftermath, our world has changed forever but why this vengefulness?

By | Sep 20, 2011

State must address teacher demands

Today could yet again mark the start of national s...

State must address teacher demands

By | Sep 06, 2011

Is KACC’s demise symptomatic of a rogue Parliament keen to perpetuate its ills?

Yes, when politicians choose to conspire to protec...

Is KACC’s demise symptomatic of a rogue Parliament keen to perpetuate its ills?

By | Aug 30, 2011

Legislators must guard against creating unworkable laws

Kenyans must remain alert to a real possibility th...

Legislators must guard against creating unworkable laws

By | Aug 23, 2011

Devolving resources and absorption capacity rests in top leaders not Treasury’s whims

Yes, we are engaged in a red-herring exercise on m...

Devolving resources and absorption capacity rests in top leaders not Treasury’s whims

By | Aug 16, 2011

Yes, Africa’s leaders have rights too, but who is the enemy within?

Last week, the world watched in disbelief as forme...

Yes, Africa’s leaders have rights too, but who is the enemy within?

By | Aug 09, 2011

Cycle of hunger bares misplaced priorities but ‘Kenyans for Kenya’ campaign is a winner

The cycle of a hungry Kenya is pervasive, and the ...

Cycle of hunger bares misplaced priorities but ‘Kenyans for Kenya’ campaign is a winner

By | Aug 02, 2011

Nyachae and CIC team pay now a matter of right but , who can end this Ping-Pong game?

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Nyachae and CIC team pay now a matter of right but , who can end this Ping-Pong game?

By | Jul 19, 2011

I don't think the offering in this water trough is remotely close to water, but the Council of the City of Nairobi claims it is. Now we understand how

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I don't think the offering in this water trough is remotely close to water, but the Council of the City of Nairobi claims it is. Now we understand how

By | Jul 15, 2011

Here are plenty of useful lessons Republic of South Sudan can learn from older democracies

Last Saturday was a defining moment for the people...

Here are plenty of useful lessons Republic of South Sudan can learn from older democracies

By | Jul 12, 2011

Ongeri bears political responsibility for education scam

Yes, the cast is abundantly clear - Prof Sam Onger...

Ongeri bears political responsibility for education scam

By | Jun 21, 2011

Councillor Juma Magoba of Bunyala North Ward assists mama Rosa Ojiambo,75, to carry firewood to her home in Budalangi. Most villagers in the area depe

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Councillor Juma Magoba of Bunyala North Ward assists mama Rosa Ojiambo,75, to carry firewood to her home in Budalangi. Most villagers in the area depe

By | Jun 16, 2011

Even those being vetted have rights, so can Parliament create vetting legislation?

Yes, this afternoon our attention - as a people an...

Even those being vetted have rights, so can Parliament create vetting legislation?

By | Jun 14, 2011

Uhuru, Treasury must respect Constitution

Last week Uhuru Kenyatta, Deputy Prime Minister an...

Uhuru, Treasury must respect Constitution

By | Jun 07, 2011

When majority of citizens go hungry, national security by State is a mirage

This might sound brazen, but a government that can...

When majority of citizens go hungry, national security by State is a mirage

By | May 31, 2011

When does public interest override an individual’s?

As a nation and a people, we must respect court de...

When does public interest override an individual’s?

By | May 24, 2011

Principals and MPs must accept outcome on nominees

Yes, it is a fact that if we define and establish ...

Principals and MPs must accept outcome on nominees

By | May 17, 2011

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