The name Dr. Fred Matiang’i first entered the national consciousness when former President Uhuru Kenyatta and his then Deputy, William Ruto clad in matching ties and a high-pitched bromance announced a break from tradition by appointing technocrats, rather than...
Murang’a County’s political landscape is heating up, with new poll results from Politrack Africa providing a glimpse into voter sentiment ahead of the 2027 general elections. The survey, conducted between January and April 2025, asked residents a straightforward question:...
Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika’s prolonged absence from Kenya sparked a firestorm of speculation, culminating in a heartwarming homecoming that blended personal joy with political intrigue. For over five months, Kihika, the county’s first female governor, was conspicuously absent, leaving...
In the heart of Nairobi’s rapidly growing suburbs, Wilstone Homes Kenya is redefining real estate with its innovative and community-focused projects in Kamulu. Located just 20km east of Nairobi along Kangundo Road, Kamulu is emerging as a prime destination...
Senior Counsel Martha Karua, who doubles up as a prominent Senior Counsel and party leader of the People’s Liberation Party (PLP), arrived in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, to observe the high-profile treason trial of Tundu Lissu, the outspoken leader...
Nairobi, Kenya – The University of Nairobi has been rocked by a major scandal following the arrest of its former Acting Chief Operations Officer, Brian Daniel Onyango Ouma, by officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI). Ouma, who...
Pope Francis, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio, passed away on April 20, 2025, at the age of 88, marking the end of a transformative 12-year papacy. His final days were characterized by a fierce battle with severe illness, a testament...
Kenya’s political landscape continues to witness a brewing conflict within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) after Siaya Governor James Orengo publicly clashed with the party’s direction under Raila Odinga, particularly over its alliance with President William Ruto. Ruto’s role...
As BIC celebrates its 75th anniversary, the humble ballpoint pen remains a cornerstone of education and literacy, proving its worth in a world dominated by digital devices. Far from obsolete, pens continue to empower students, teachers, and learners globally,...
Hope for a “New South Sudan” But Not with Patronage Politics Last week, I had the privilege of attending an international political exchange program, Raising Civil Voices: Political Party Youth International Exchange, organized by Friedrich Ebert Stiftung. The initiative brought...