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Khaldunian Trap: What June 25 says about leadership failure

Each year, the dates and times on calendars function as historic anomalies to leadership teams - as small fires to be extinguished, forgotten, or dealt with via strategic public relations.

By Edward Kipkalya 2026-06-25 00:00:00

Khaldunian Trap: What June 25 says about leadership failure

Bodycams will modernise customs administration, reinforce integrity

By Lilian Nyawanda 2026-06-25 00:00:00

Let CJ protect advocates, stop impunity in this court

A simple, ordinary plea-taking by an accused person turned into a cat-and-mouse game between advocates, the court clerk and the court itself.

By Nicholas Sumba 2026-06-25 00:00:00

Why Kenya's circular future rests on the courage to comply

As nations everywhere race to curb plastic pollution and use resources more wisely, Kenya has earned a reputation as one of Africa's boldest champions of environmental sustainability.

By Mary-Ann Musangi 2026-06-24 19:33:53

Why Kenya's circular future rests on the courage to comply

Ewaso Nyiro River is dying and Kenya cannot afford to look away

The story of the Ewaso Nyiro is no longer simply an environmental story. It is a story of climate change, economic vulnerability, social instability and growing climate injustice.

By Dida Fayo 2026-06-24 07:00:00

Ewaso Nyiro River is dying and Kenya cannot afford to look away

Indisciplined children aren't the main problem; it's us the adults

We need to call out wrong for what it is and stop romanticising every questionable behaviour.

By Faith Wekesa 2026-06-24 06:24:00

Indisciplined children aren't the main problem; it's us the adults

From compliance to performance: Why Kenya must rethink public sector accountability

The Government of Kenya has been deliberate and consistent in its call for a productive, efficient and accountable public service.

By Esther Ngari 2026-06-23 15:30:16

From compliance to performance: Why Kenya must rethink public sector accountability

Stop destruction of Imenti Forest

Kenyan government's ongoing construction of a State lodge, airstrip, and golf course inside the Imenti Forest in Meru County ignores public opposition, conservation concerns, and a court order.

By Editorial 2026-06-23 06:00:00

Communicators should take note of growing AI fatigue

While Artificial Intelligence is beneficial in automating tasks and supporting creative work, excessive reliance on AI-generated content can feel disconnected from human creativity.

By Clive Muriithi 2026-06-23 06:00:00

Communicators should take note of growing AI fatigue

Why terrorist organisations are increasingly recruiting women

Gender stereotypes have allowed women to operate within terror networks with less scrutiny, undertaking critical roles in intelligence gathering, weapons smuggling, and terrorism financing.

By Zidia Mwazala 2026-06-23 06:00:00

Why terrorist organisations are increasingly recruiting women

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Beyond the Budget: Kenya needs an economic story, not just a fiscal one

The piece argues that Kenya needs a clear long-term economic vision focused on wealth creation, accountability and productivity.

By Dennis Kabaara 2026-06-23 00:00:00

Beyond the Budget: Kenya needs an economic story, not just a fiscal one

The failed coup and the general Kenya owes

During the critical early hours of the coup attempt, when some officers favored caution, General Mahamoud Mohamed rejected delay and demanded immediate action to retake the national broadcaster.

By Abdikarim M Dahiye 2026-06-22 17:10:04

The failed coup and the general Kenya owes

Kenya-US Ebola deal can work, but full disclosure is needed

The Ebola quarantine centre agreed upon between the United States and Kenya in Laikipia must be viewed through the lens of national interest, not sectarian squabbling.

By Joseph Lister Nyaringo 2026-06-22 11:19:32