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JSC's transparency during job interviews is commendable

The quality, rigour and diversity of the questions and areas tested for the Court of Appeal interviews would make SC Nzamba Kitonga to smile in his grave.

By Ndong Evance 2026-01-23 00:00:00

JSC's transparency during job interviews is commendable

Dissolving and reconstituting UN is the only structural alternative

By Juliette McIntyre And Tamsin Phillipa Paige 2026-01-23 00:00:00

Ensure that only qualified personnel work as psychologists

The rise of imposters, masquerading as psychologists is deeply unacceptable, and relevant professional bodies must intensify surveillance.

By Elijah Kirimi 2026-01-23 00:00:00

The big difference between past and present religious leaders

It is distressing that in the recent past, some African religious leaders have chosen to selectively preach and pray for the corrupt despots who pilferage state resources and occasion chronic poverty.

By Lucas Kimanthi 2026-01-23 00:00:00

The big difference between past and present religious leaders

Actors in the region must heed the dangers of ethnic profiling

Ethnic profiling is a grave threat to peace and stability in Africa, particularly in East and Southern Africa, where history has shown how quickly identity-based politics can spiral into violence.

By Innocent Nteziryayo 2026-01-22 16:16:36

Actors in the region must heed the dangers of ethnic profiling

Implications of BRICS 2026 for a Multipolar World

India, as the Chair in 2026, will be hosting the BRICS Summit and large number of sectoral meetings ranging from commerce, connectivity, currency and counter-terrorism.

By Anil Trigunayat 2026-01-22 14:04:28

Implications of BRICS 2026 for a Multipolar World

Uganda poll new ugly chapter in Africa's democratic experiment

History just repeated itself in the presidential elections of January 15, 2026, in Uganda.

By Mulang'o Baraza 2026-01-22 00:00:00

Uganda poll new ugly chapter in Africa's democratic experiment

Special narcotics courts will boost to renewed war against drugs

Kenya’s renewed fight against alcohol and drug abuse has entered a decisive phase.

By Anthony Omerikwa 2026-01-22 00:00:00

Special narcotics courts will boost to renewed war against drugs

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When decay becomes normal, integrity becomes a crime

Kenya’s tragedy is not a lack of laws; it is the collapse of moral consensus

By Justin Muturi 2026-01-22 00:00:00

When decay becomes normal, integrity becomes a crime

Address technical hitches to make SHA registration less frustrating

Patients in desperate need, including those battling cancer, are being turned away or forced to pay cash because verification is broken.

By Elijah Koome 2026-01-21 09:51:00

Address technical hitches to make SHA registration less frustrating

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Elements within UDA and ODM have sabotaged 10-point agenda

The MoU bound Kenya Kwanza to restore the Bill of Rights, including the right to peaceful assembly and to compensate victims of State oppression.

By Godfrey Osotsi 2026-01-21 00:00:00

Elements within UDA and ODM have sabotaged 10-point agenda

Third World war: Can humanity avert doomsday?

The Russia-Ukraine conflict is still ongoing. The historic August 2025 Alaska meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin was billed as a vital step towards peace in Ukraine.

By Joseph Kiplagat 2026-01-20 09:00:00

Third World war: Can humanity avert doomsday?

Nobel's noble intentions have been watered down over time

A number of laureates have sparked profound controversy over their subsequent political decisions in contexts where serious violence and human-rights abuses occurred.

By Njahira Gitahi 2026-01-20 00:00:00