2024 review: Gen Z uprising and historical events that took place after
One thing the political class didn’t see coming in 2024 was the Kenyan youth uniting to challenge the high cost of living, hefty taxes, and bad governance. They dismissed these youngins, and honestly, who wouldn’t? These were the types that did “get ready with me for maandamano” videos, snapping selfies with iPhones, and ordering KFC […]
MP Beatrice Elachi: Raila could have taken power after Gen Z protesters stormed Parliament
Dagoretti North Member of Parliament (MP) Beatrice Elachi has praised Raila Odinga for prioritizing the unity of the nation over an opportunity to ascend to power during the tumultuous Gen Z protests earlier this year. Reflecting on the events of June 25, 2024, when thousands of protesters stormed Parliament in opposition to the controversial Finance […]
Chief Justice Martha Koome proposes one-stop centres in fight against gender-based violence
Chief Justice Martha Koome has proposed a bold initiative to combat gender-based violence (GBV) through the creation of one-stop centres that integrate legal, medical, and psychological support for survivors. Speaking at the inaugural Gender Justice Change Makers Awards Gala on Thursday evening November 29, 2024, Koome highlighted the urgency of a multi-sectoral approach to address […]
Ruto’s decision on Adani deals clears legal stalemate – Homa Bay Town MP
The recent cancellation of Adani Group’s infrastructure deals in Kenya has ignited significant discussions surrounding governance, public trust, and the nation’s development trajectory. Homa Bay Town Member of Parliament (MP) Peter Kaluma has defended President William Ruto’s decision, asserting that the cancellation was not influenced by the US indictment of the Indian conglomerate nor a […]
Taifa Care: The new terminology in Ruto’s State of the Nation address
In his State of the Nation address on Thursday, November 21, 2024, President William Ruto repeatedly referred to the newly launched Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) as Taifa Care. SHIF was officially launched on October 1, 2024, to replace the National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF). Throughout his speech, Ruto consistently referred to SHIF as Taifa […]
10 essential issues addressed by Ruto in his State of the Nation speech
In his State of the Nation address delivered on November 21, 2024, President William Ruto highlighted at least 10 key issues that reflect the government’s priorities and ongoing challenges. These issues encompass economic policies, social reforms, and governance efforts, and they indicate a concerted attempt to address the pressing concerns of Kenyans. Here are the […]
Ruto cancels Adani’s JKIA and KETRACO deals amid corruption concerns
In a bold move against corruption, President William Ruto has announced the cancellation of two major infrastructure deals involving Indian conglomerate Adani. The agreements, which encompassed the expansion of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) and the KETRACO energy transmission project, have been scrapped following revelations of potential integrity issues. Speaking during a State of the […]