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Biketi Kikechi

Could Lenny Kivuti be the man to replace Muturi?

As CS Muturi’s tensions with President Ruto grow, all eyes are on whether he will stand firm, resign or wait to face the axe. The question of his replacement is heating up.

Could Lenny Kivuti be the man to replace Muturi?

Africa urged to take up seat at the table in clean energy push

Africa urged to take up seat at the table in clean energy push

This man Muturi: Strategic planner or seasoned wily opportunist?

This man Muturi: Strategic planner or seasoned wily opportunist?

Passage: Independence era leader Munoko's dark and light heritage

Passage: Independence era leader Munoko's dark and light heritage

How Raila-Ruto deal revealed his political magic

The formation of a broad-based government after the Gen Z protests shows he is an indomitable force in Kenya’s politics with his political journey as a testament to resilience, strategy.

How Raila-Ruto deal revealed his political magic

Ruto's legendary thick skin cracks and now takes aim at his critics

President William Ruto, since taking office in 2022, has either ignored or laughed off attacks from critics and naysayers opposed to his projects.

Ruto's legendary thick skin cracks and now takes aim at his critics

William Ruto's 2027 chances still high

He still has the support of all MPs from the larger Meru plus a number from Mt Kenya West. After developing a bromance with Raila, Ruto can count on votes from western Kenya.

By 2 months ago

William Ruto's 2027 chances still high

Ruto turns tables, plays hidden cards to outplay critics

Halting the Adani deals has helped President Ruto lessen the pressure on his government and himself, although this may turn out to be a temporary relief.

By 2 months ago

Ruto turns tables, plays hidden cards to outplay critics

Church reclaims its voice after two decades of silence and compromise

Last week, Catholic bishops called out the Government’s failures amid rising public discontent. This bold critique evoked the era of clerics who advocated for change in the 1990s.

By 2 months ago

Church reclaims its voice after two decades of silence and compromise

Is it a wave of change or accidental windfall as incumbents lose hold?

Dramatic presidential elections in Africa have seen incumbents suffer heavy losses to the opposition.

By 2 months ago

Is it a wave of change or accidental windfall as incumbents lose hold?

Addressing legal, security hurdles of China's 'Belt and Road' projects

Legal and security challenges are among key issues identified as bottlenecks affecting development projects being undertaken by China in Africa.

By 2 months ago

Addressing legal, security hurdles of China's 'Belt and Road' projects

Worlds apart: How Kindiki's tenure is likely to differ from Gachagua's

Kindiki is the complete opposite of the man he succeeded, whose no-holds-barred style often put him at odds with his boss. He is not controversial and is more cautious with his words.

By 2 months ago

Worlds apart: How Kindiki's tenure is likely to differ from Gachagua's

Inside court's ruling to halt Anglo-Leasing long legal battle

Like in the case against Yagnesh Devani and Triton Oil Ltd where lack of witnesses led to his acquittal, the Sh7.05 billion Anglo-Leasing case was thrown out for lack of evidence.

By 3 months ago

Inside court's ruling to halt Anglo-Leasing long legal battle

How tycoons and top officals used web of banks to loot over Sh158.3b

The exact amount of money that the country lost has never been established, but an audit done by a British tax expert said Sh158.3 billion was pilfered.

By 3 months ago

How tycoons and top officals used web of banks to loot over Sh158.3b

From extradition to acquittal: Yagnesh Devani's troubling saga

In 2008, businessman Yagnesh Devani joined a long list of other tycoons of Asian origin who have in the past fled after getting involved in mega corruption scandals

By 3 months ago

From extradition to acquittal: Yagnesh Devani's troubling saga

Rigathi Gachagua's naivety and other lessons after speedy impeachment

Riggy G and others have now learned the need to build bridges and not to burn them and that constitutionalism and the rule of law must be protected.

By 3 months ago

Rigathi Gachagua's naivety and other lessons after speedy impeachment

How shareholding mantra became Gachagua's ultimate defeat

As Gachagua defends himself in court over political transgressions, it is his agitation for shareholding to favour a section of the country that rattled many people.

By 3 months ago

How shareholding mantra became Gachagua's ultimate defeat

Did Ruto and Senate ignore IEBC on Gachagua's impeachment?

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula, told Parliament that Deputy President nominee Kithure Kindiki received the necessary approvals and clearance from relevant institutions.

By 3 months ago

Did Ruto and Senate ignore IEBC on Gachagua's impeachment?

Will Gachagua's misfortune turn into a blessing?

While prosecuting the impeachment motion in parliament MPs argued that Rigathi Gachagua’s loose tongue could have dug his grave and he should therefore have tamed it.

By 3 months ago

Will Gachagua's misfortune turn into a blessing?

Trodden path: Parallels in fate of Gachagua and VP Karanja

As in Gachagua’s case, Karanja’s troubles began with claims that he was undermining the President and other leaders.

By 4 months ago

Trodden path: Parallels in fate of Gachagua and VP Karanja

Irony of discord among Gen Z: Will the youth hold together longer?

Gen Z movement leaders has been infiltrated by saboteurs, resulting in infighting, baying for each other’s blood and all manner of accusations against each other from its budding leaders.

By 4 months ago

Irony of discord among Gen Z: Will the youth hold together longer?

Why many state projects don't take off

Pundits believe that Ruto's administration could be good only at rhetorical talk and high-octane politics, which today include friction with his deputy.

By 4 months ago

Why many state projects don't take off

Masengeli-judiciary standoff points to growing impunity

Human rights defenders read defiance in Masengeli’s reluctance to honour summons, saying it was an act of impunity for human rights abuse and violation of the law.

By 4 months ago

Masengeli-judiciary standoff points to growing impunity

Masengeli, court clash highlights impunity by top police officers

Then acting Inspector-General of police had been summoned by a judge not once but seven times without making an appearance amid rising cases of police excesses.

By 4 months ago

Masengeli, court clash highlights impunity by top police officers

Ruto's diplomatic challenges post Gen Z protests

Kenyans have in the past demanded to be told tangible benefits the country has received from the many international trips President Ruto has made since he took office.

By 4 months ago

Ruto's diplomatic challenges post Gen Z protests

How Ruto's loyalty to friends has shaped his leadership

President William Ruto has used the loyalty and friendship yardstick as a key hallmark in his leadership, retaining close allies in his cabinet despite demands by Kenyans.

By 4 months ago

How Ruto's loyalty to friends has shaped his leadership

How William Ruto can balance foreign ambitions amid local backlash

President Ruto has resumed his international trips after a lull following Gen Z protests as critics say the biggest challenge is outlining gains Kenyans reap from his many travels.

By 4 months ago

How William Ruto can balance foreign ambitions amid local backlash

Why constitution should be amended

Constitutional experts argue that the 2010 constitution now needs to be amended because it was largely influenced by political interests through a give-and-take.

By 5 months ago

Why constitution should be amended

Why Ruto's administration was shaken barely two years in office

Ruto focused more on tax collection and debt repayment while corruption and bad governance persisted before suffering the ignominy of seeking help from ODM to steady his government.

By 5 months ago

Why Ruto's administration was shaken barely two years in office

How Kalonzo can use Azimio's confusion to fill vacuum left by Raila

Opposition leader has joined President Ruto to form a broad-based government with pundits saying the Wiper boss should work with Gen Zs to create a strong opposition.

By 5 months ago

How Kalonzo can use Azimio's confusion to fill vacuum left by Raila

Raila Odinga's reform legacy at stake as ODM members join Ruto Cabinet

Raila Odinga insists he is committed to fighting for meaningful change in governance but his decision to enter into an alliance with President Ruto may have damaged his reform legacy.

By 5 months ago

Raila Odinga's reform legacy at stake as ODM members join Ruto Cabinet

Why MPs vetting of CS nominees needs overhaul to raise integrity bar

Vetting committee takes time to shower praises on some nominees instead of pressing them to defend their suitability to serve.

By 5 months ago

Why MPs vetting of CS nominees needs overhaul to raise integrity bar

Can Ruto learn from past leaders' mistakes in handling protests?

Unlike past presidents, Ruto has little wiggle room because he must stick to the rule of law as provided for in the Constitution 2010 that he swore to protect when he assumed office.

By 6 months ago

Can Ruto learn from past leaders' mistakes in handling protests?

Ruto-Raila 'deal': Lessons from 2008 power sharing experiment paints gloomy picture

The Kibaki, Raila power-sharing after the 2007 contested polls failed to address some key concerns of the people, including corruption.

By 6 months ago

Ruto-Raila 'deal': Lessons from 2008 power sharing experiment paints gloomy picture

How Raila-Ruto deal revealed his political magic

The formation of a broad-based government after the Gen Z protests shows he is an indomitable force in Kenya’s politics with his political journey as a testament to resilience, strategy.

How Raila-Ruto deal revealed his political magic

Ruto's legendary thick skin cracks and now takes aim at his critics

President William Ruto, since taking office in 2022, has either ignored or laughed off attacks from critics and naysayers opposed to his projects.

Ruto's legendary thick skin cracks and now takes aim at his critics

William Ruto's 2027 chances still high

He still has the support of all MPs from the larger Meru plus a number from Mt Kenya West. After developing a bromance with Raila, Ruto can count on votes from western Kenya.

By 2 months ago

William Ruto's 2027 chances still high

Ruto turns tables, plays hidden cards to outplay critics

Halting the Adani deals has helped President Ruto lessen the pressure on his government and himself, although this may turn out to be a temporary relief.

By 2 months ago

Ruto turns tables, plays hidden cards to outplay critics

Church reclaims its voice after two decades of silence and compromise

Last week, Catholic bishops called out the Government’s failures amid rising public discontent. This bold critique evoked the era of clerics who advocated for change in the 1990s.

By 2 months ago

Church reclaims its voice after two decades of silence and compromise

Is it a wave of change or accidental windfall as incumbents lose hold?

Dramatic presidential elections in Africa have seen incumbents suffer heavy losses to the opposition.

By 2 months ago

Is it a wave of change or accidental windfall as incumbents lose hold?

Addressing legal, security hurdles of China's 'Belt and Road' projects

Legal and security challenges are among key issues identified as bottlenecks affecting development projects being undertaken by China in Africa.

By 2 months ago

Addressing legal, security hurdles of China's 'Belt and Road' projects

Worlds apart: How Kindiki's tenure is likely to differ from Gachagua's

Kindiki is the complete opposite of the man he succeeded, whose no-holds-barred style often put him at odds with his boss. He is not controversial and is more cautious with his words.

By 2 months ago

Worlds apart: How Kindiki's tenure is likely to differ from Gachagua's

Inside court's ruling to halt Anglo-Leasing long legal battle

Like in the case against Yagnesh Devani and Triton Oil Ltd where lack of witnesses led to his acquittal, the Sh7.05 billion Anglo-Leasing case was thrown out for lack of evidence.

By 3 months ago

Inside court's ruling to halt Anglo-Leasing long legal battle

How tycoons and top officals used web of banks to loot over Sh158.3b

The exact amount of money that the country lost has never been established, but an audit done by a British tax expert said Sh158.3 billion was pilfered.

By 3 months ago

How tycoons and top officals used web of banks to loot over Sh158.3b

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