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Leonard Khafafa

Gen Z must channel grievances through constitutional means

Gen Z is acutely aware of social injustice and unafraid to challenge authority. Their passion is commendable. But it must be guided by principle.

By Leonard Khafafa 2025-06-25 12:50:28

Gen Z must channel grievances through constitutional means

This year's Finance Bill should not lead to loss of lives

By Leonard Khafafa 2025-06-04 12:30:00

Huge infrastructure projects might boost Ruto's re-election bid

Huge infrastructure projects might boost Ruto's re-election bid.

By Leonard Khafafa 2025-04-30 07:20:00

US, China should seek a consensus to avoid further economic damage

The US and China should seek consensus to avoid damaging their economies.

By Leonard Khafafa 2025-04-22 19:09:52

US, China should seek a consensus to avoid further economic damage

America has sneezed and the rest of the world has caught a cold

Trump’s form of economic irredentism does not come as a surprise. He has for years called for retaliatory tariffs against the US’ trading partners.

By Leonard Khafafa 2025-04-09 11:25:44

America has sneezed and the rest of the world has caught a cold

With Raila by his side, the next election is Ruto's to lose

With luminaries from the Raila Odinga's party now in the government, the next presidential election is Ruto’s to lose.

By Leonard Khafafa 2025-03-05 08:03:58

With Raila by his side, the next election is Ruto's to lose

Ignore threats and come up with laws to regulate boda boda

Many boda boda riders have little regard for road and safety rules treating them as mere suggestions. They seldom stop at traffic lights.

By Leonard Khafafa 2025-02-25 14:54:58

Ignore threats and come up with laws to regulate boda boda

Consult national carrier while streamlining airport operations

KQ should be given preferential treatment because transfer of passengers and luggage connecting from the spokes through the hub has to be done in under an hour.

By Leonard Khafafa 2025-02-19 14:13:01

Consult national carrier while streamlining airport operations

Kenyans should start relearning to celebrate small wins

Kenyans are not natural complainers. They are stoic people whose reliance has seen them overcome past difficult economic times.

By Leonard Khafafa 2025-01-28 14:45:39

Kenyans should start relearning to celebrate small wins

Ruto's rejigged government good for all Kenyans

Unwarranted criticism of the government’s efforts has abated. Even die-hard critics are giving the government credit where it is due.

By Leonard Khafafa 2024-12-25 06:00:00

Ruto's rejigged government good for all Kenyans

Bishops' criticism of State wasn't grounded in facts entirely

No doubt, the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops means well. Its excoriation of President William Ruto’s administration is done with good intentions.

By Leonard Khafafa 2024-11-19 15:07:55

Bishops' criticism of State wasn't grounded in facts entirely

Reconsider proposed VAT on aviation services

Mbadi’s sober approach to discussions on tax matters is refreshing. He has chosen to publicly rationalise the need for tax adjustments hitherto considered contentious.

By Leonard Khafafa 2024-11-13 07:20:18

Reconsider proposed VAT on aviation services

Lessons for Kindiki as he settles into his role as deputy president

Kindiki should avoid the temptation of fashioning himself as kingpin of the Mountain. Unlike Nyanza which has had one leader for decades, the Mountain changes leaders every 10 years.

By Leonard Khafafa 2024-11-06 20:55:00