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Alexander Chagema

From principled outsider to agenda-setter: Edwin Sifuna's unplanned political ascent

Edwin Sifuna has emerged as a significant force in Kenyan politics, with his principled opposition to the broad-based government unexpectedly elevating his national profile.

By Alexander Chagema 2026-08-18 06:00:00

From principled outsider to agenda-setter: Edwin Sifuna's unplanned political ascent

Mudavadi, Wetang'ula political stock trading at an all-time low

By Alexander Chagema 2026-08-11 06:00:00

Sifuna and Linda Mwananchi must claim 2027 without deference to anyone

The article argues that Edwin Sifuna and the Linda Mwananchi movement should pursue an independent and uncompromising path towards the 2027 election.

By Alexander Chagema 2026-07-28 06:00:00

Omar's attack on 'Standard' after UDA by-election loss uncalled for

Attacks on journalists and media organisations undermine democratic accountability and reflect an intolerance of scrutiny.

By Alexander Chagema 2026-07-21 06:00:00

Omar's attack on 'Standard' after UDA by-election loss uncalled for

History will judge Ruto harshly if the goons menace is not dealt with decisively

The president has allowed goonism in the country and with time it is going to be uncontrolable if nothing is done.

By Alexander Chagema 2026-07-14 06:00:00

History will judge Ruto harshly if the goons menace is not dealt with decisively

Mutua has conveniently forgotten what he once wrote, and hopes you have too

Public intellectuals undermine their credibility when they join governments they once criticised.

By Alexander Chagema 2026-07-07 06:00:00

Mutua has conveniently forgotten what he once wrote, and hopes you have too

Kenya's press laws a colonial relic that should be done away with

Newspaper publishers still answer to the Books and Newspapers Act, a 1960 colonial relic demanding publishers post a bond before they may print a single copy.

By Alexander Chagema 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Kenya's press laws a colonial relic that should be done away with

'Disrespected' jobs not at risk of invasion by artificial intelligence

AI is reshaping employment, and Kenya must rethink its education and workforce policies by giving greater attention to vocational skills that are less likely to be replaced by automation.

By Alexander Chagema 2026-06-02 06:00:00

'Disrespected' jobs not at risk of invasion by artificial intelligence

Winning an election is not necessarily a mark of wisdom, Mr Mbadi

The commentary criticises Treasury CS John Mbadi for suggesting only elected leaders can advise the government, arguing that wisdom and accountability extend beyond political office.

By Alexander Chagema 2026-05-19 06:00:00

Winning an election is not necessarily a mark of wisdom, Mr Mbadi

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Ruto must look beyond dishonest handlers likely to bring him down

William Ruto is warned that misleading advice from allies like Musalia Mudavadi and Moses Wetangula could undermine his 2027 re-election prospects in Western Kenya.

By Alexander Chagema 2026-05-05 06:00:00

Ruto must look beyond dishonest handlers likely to bring him down

Opposition must rethink strategy to boost its chances of ousting Ruto

Ruto remains a formidable contender despite a record that would, in a functional democracy, be his political obituary.

By Alexander Chagema 2026-04-28 06:00:00

Opposition must rethink strategy to boost its chances of ousting Ruto

Look closely at your current and aspiring leaders ahead of 2027

What should worry Kenyans about 2027 is the lack of specifics on critical national issues as coalitions are being assembled and handshakes are being planned.

By Alexander Chagema 2026-04-14 00:00:00