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Kenya does not lack resources, it lacks a prudent spending culture

A quick read suggests that while the government does not lack money, it lacks consequences for intentionally deepening debt and impunity in our name.
By Irungu Houghton 2026-03-07 13:43:05
Gender based violence currently costs Kenya Sh46 billion annually in health expenses, legal processes and productivity losses.
By Irungu Houghton 2026-02-07 09:07:00
Kenyans can be proud that the six-year-old Data Protection Act remains far superior to any legislation in Africa or those in older digital economies like the United States.
By Irungu Houghton And Danford Momanyi 2026-01-31 10:15:28
The US violated the UN Charter’s prohibition on the use of force.
By Irungu Houghton 2026-01-24 13:16:06
Unlike many, Nick filmed not only to explain our world but to offer the silenced a voice and to protect the truth.
By Irungu Houghton 2026-01-10 12:40:00
Diplomacy must not cloak transnational repression, and extradition must never become a tool to hunt those fleeing political persecution.
By Irungu Houghton 2026-01-03 00:00:00
Oxfam’s report goes beyond criticism. It offers practical policy solutions that could rescue Kenya Kwanza’s vision if implemented.
By Irungu Houghton 2025-11-29 08:00:00
The 27th November by-elections have all the signs of a mini general election.
By Irungu Houghton 2025-11-15 06:51:00
The escalation of repression by Tanzania against the public, journalists and human rights defenders sadly seems to be extending even to those without a voice or a vote.
By Irungu Houghton 2025-11-07 17:52:52
With the resumption of continuous voter registration on September 29, seven by-elections set for November 27, the scramble for the next generation of honest leaders is on.
By Irungu Houghton 2025-10-04 07:49:41
Joe Muriuki was not the first to be diagnosed, but he was the first with the courage to be interviewed in a KBC studio after discovering his status.
By Irungu Houghton
Feb. 26, 2022
Clearer guidance is still needed on what is a “proportional response” to public disorder and violence.
By Irungu Houghton
Feb. 18, 2022