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Demas Kiprono

Court ruling recognises freedom of expression as an instrumental right

Justice Samwel Mohochi recently delivered a groundbreaking verdict, declaring subversion unconstitutional for violating freedom of expression in Kenya.

By Demas Kiprono 26 days ago

Court ruling recognises freedom of expression as an instrumental right

JSC interviews for Chief Registrar position fell short in these respects

JSC interviews for Chief Registrar position fell short in these respects

By Demas Kiprono 1 month ago

How to address tribalism and political patronage in public service

How to address tribalism and political patronage in public service

By Demas Kiprono 1 month ago

This is the best time to forestall another general election crisis in Kenya

This is the best time to forestall another general election crisis in Kenya

By Demas Kiprono 1 month ago

Kenya's AI regulatory model must consider global trends, human rights

Greater attention is given to possible 'high-risk' AI applications such as health care, biometric identification, criminal justice, and credit scoring.

By Demas Kiprono 2 months ago

Kenya's AI regulatory model must consider global trends, human rights

It's in the best interest of Kenyans to ensure IEBC is properly constituted

Courts have ruled that the lack of commissioners may render the actions of the commission illegal as it is not legally constituted.

By Demas Kiprono 2 months ago

It's in the best interest of Kenyans to ensure IEBC is properly constituted

Inspector General of Police appears keen to subvert NPSC's authority

Earlier in the year, the IG purported to promote 514 police officers unilaterally. The NPSC declared the promotions irregular and illegal and advertised the positions again.

By Demas Kiprono 2 months ago

Inspector General of Police appears keen to subvert NPSC's authority

Our Constitution provides no room for radical surgery of Judiciary

Kenyans have been discussing President William Ruto's declarations that certain individuals are manipulating the Judiciary to obstruct government initiatives through corruption.

By Demas Kiprono 3 months ago

Our Constitution provides no room for radical surgery of Judiciary

Separation of powers and judicial independence must be protected

Because all three branches of government are interdependent, leaders should be careful not to appear disrespectful or apathetic towards them.

By Demas Kiprono 3 months ago

Separation of powers and judicial independence must be protected

Investigate and prosecute blogger's killers

Daniel's abduction, torture, and murder have been vehemently condemned by Dennis Itumbi, a Kenya Kwanza digital strategist who himself was abducted and tortured in 2021.

By Demas Kiprono 3 months ago

Investigate and prosecute blogger's killers

MPs, executive's continued disregard for public participation alarming

By participating in public affairs, citizens and stakeholders can influence decisions, policies, and legislation and provide oversight for service delivery, development, and governance.

By Demas Kiprono 4 months ago

MPs, executive's continued disregard for public participation alarming

Dialogue committee focussed more on political interests, not Wanjiku

Observers point out that the NADCO recommendations were underwhelming because they offer no concrete solutions to the problems that bedevil Kenya.

By Demas Kiprono 4 months ago

Dialogue committee focussed more on political interests, not Wanjiku

Why did the NPSC commissioners abandon their mandate?

The commission also sat pretty as the BBI process proposed its disbandment initially and, in the second iteration, recommended its domination by the Inspector General of the NPS.

By Demas Kiprono 5 months ago

Why did the NPSC commissioners abandon their mandate?

Courts should interpret Chapter 6 to protect Kenya from graft, impunity

The courts should interpret Chapter Six purposefully to protect the country from corruption and impunity.

By Demas Kiprono 5 months ago

Courts should interpret Chapter 6 to protect Kenya from graft, impunity

What State should do to successfully roll out new digital ID system

Using a person's ID number, the system can be used to verify the accuracy of information to prevent double registration and fraud.

By Demas Kiprono 5 months ago

What State should do to successfully roll out new digital ID system

Slaying corruption dragon requires an independent, transparent ODPP

Justice should not only be done but be seen to be done. Slaying the corruption dragon requires an independent, transparent, and accountable ODPP.

By Demas Kiprono 5 months ago

Slaying corruption dragon requires an independent, transparent ODPP

Task force on guidelines for artificial intelligence use by media timely

According to David Omwoyo, CEO of MCK, the guidelines will create a mechanism to ensure appropriate and ethical integration of AI, social media and data for use in professional journalism.

By Demas Kiprono 5 months ago

Task force on guidelines for artificial intelligence use by media timely

Abolish outdated death penalty to align with constitutional right to life

In Kenya, the death penalty is a form of punishment that can only occur after conviction for serious crimes such as treason, murder or robbery with violence.

By Demas Kiprono 6 months ago

Abolish outdated death penalty to align with constitutional right to life

Implement the 2010 Constitution fully instead of overhauling it

There is a sense that the political elite is deliberately leading Kenya into a constitutional review mode through the ongoing Raila-Ruto bipartisan talks.

By Demas Kiprono 6 months ago

Implement the 2010 Constitution fully instead of overhauling it

Implement universal healthcare free of graft

It is essential to acknowledge that various socioeconomic factors impact one's health, including access to safe drinking water, ample supply of safe food, proper nutrition, suitable housing

By Demas Kiprono 6 months ago

Implement universal healthcare free of graft

As climate crisis worsens, courts increasingly standing for human rights

Climate change was not considered a human rights issue. In recent years, climate-related lawsuits have increased worldwide following the adoption of the Paris Agreement.

By Demas Kiprono 7 months ago

As climate crisis worsens, courts increasingly standing for human rights

Ensure that political party constitutions are aligned with the law

Political parties are the foundation of Kenya's democratic system, shaping its political, social, and economic development.

By Demas Kiprono 7 months ago

Ensure that political party constitutions are aligned with the law

Constitutional change without respect for rule of law will not bear fruit

Kenya has a very progressive 13-year-old constitution that puts the citizen at the centre and has many progressive tenets.

By Demas Kiprono 7 months ago

Constitutional change without respect for rule of law will not bear fruit

Kenya should always take the front seat during climate change talks

Human-induced climate change is one of the biggest global challenges of our time. Ecosystems, economies, and societies worldwide are affected by its impacts.

By Demas Kiprono 8 months ago

Kenya should always take the front seat during climate change talks

Address concerns raised over the safety of data collected by miners

Worldcoin intends to be the world's most prominent identity and financial public network, open to everyone regardless of country, background or economic status.

By Demas Kiprono 8 months ago

Address concerns raised over the safety of data collected by miners

Purge our statute books of vague laws that executive can abuse

Sections 22 and 23 of the Cybercrimes Act and laws such as subversion should be repealed by Parliament.

By Demas Kiprono 8 months ago

Purge our statute books of vague laws that executive can abuse

Why life sentences are considered cruel and unusual punish

The International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights also provides that prisoners be treated humanely, consistent with their human dignity.

By Demas Kiprono 9 months ago

Why life sentences are considered cruel and unusual punish

Economic challenges, protests, and the need for productive dialogue

Due to inflation, a weakening Kenyan Shilling, higher taxes, an unsustainable debt burden, rampant corruption and a lack of accountability, Kenya is facing a cost of living crisis.

By Demas Kiprono 9 months ago

Economic challenges, protests, and the need for productive dialogue

Kenyans have traveled the long route in bid to acquire freedom of speech

Kenya's democratic journey has undoubtedly produced this freedom, highlighted by hard-won battles for democratic space by activists, students, lecturers, opposition figures

By Demas Kiprono 9 months ago

Kenyans have traveled the long route in bid to acquire freedom of speech

Abortion, the law and unfortunate deaths of pregnant teenage girls

Abortion is not permitted in Kenya unless, in the opinion of a trained health professional, there is need for emergency treatment, or the life or health of the mother is in danger.

By Demas Kiprono 10 months ago

Abortion, the law and unfortunate deaths of pregnant teenage girls

NPSC, not Inspector General, has final word on all police promotions

All human resources functions; recruitment, appointment, confirmation of appointments, promotions, transfers, disciplinary control and removal from service, belong to the NPSC.

By Demas Kiprono 10 months ago

NPSC, not Inspector General, has final word on all police promotions

Whatever crime has been committed, torture of suspects isn't justifiable

The Constitution in Article 25 lists freedom from torture among the laws that cannot be limited under any circumstances, alongside access to justice and freedom from slavery

By Demas Kiprono 10 months ago

Whatever crime has been committed, torture of suspects isn't justifiable

Hold bipartisan talks but ensure that victims of violence get justice too

12 people, including two babies, died due to police action, especially unlawful use of force in Nairobi, Kisumu, Homa Bay and Migori during Azimio protests.

By Demas Kiprono 10 months ago

Hold bipartisan talks but ensure that victims of violence get justice too

Haji leaves behind a stronger ODPP better equipped to protect Kenyans

He has been praised for transforming ODPP by setting standards, procedures, and regulations to streamline prosecution

By Demas Kiprono 10 months ago

Haji leaves behind a stronger ODPP better equipped to protect Kenyans

Not even Shakahola should make us to reverse decision on death penalty

For many death penalty supporters, it should be applied to the most heinous crimes such as murder, robbery with violence, treason, terrorism, defilement, and others.

By Demas Kiprono 11 months ago

Not even Shakahola should make us to reverse decision on death penalty

Stakeholders should address existential threats to media freedom

Even though Kenya ranks well in the region, there have been concerns about press freedom and freedom of expression. Government censorship and interference worry media practitioners.

By Demas Kiprono 11 months ago

Stakeholders should address existential threats to media freedom

No one should misuse religious freedom to harm others

We need self-regulating mechanisms and early warning systems to protect the community from those abusing their religious leadership positions.

By Demas Kiprono 11 months ago

No one should misuse religious freedom to harm others

Resolve emerging confusion around media regulation mandate

Article 34, which provides for a free press, contains specific provisions to ensure media independence and facilitate licensing and regulation.

By Demas Kiprono 1 year ago

Resolve emerging confusion around media regulation mandate

Demos offered lessons on how not to organise and police public protests

The protests and their effects drastically disrupted commerce, learning and the ability to work within the affected areas, especially on Mondays and Thursdays.

By Demas Kiprono 1 year ago

Demos offered lessons on how not to organise and police public protests

Do not ignore warnings over potential dangers of artificial intelligence

States must adopt and enforce a smart mix of right-based policies and legal measures to govern the development, deployment and use of new technologies like AI before it's too late.

By Demas Kiprono 1 year ago

Do not ignore warnings over potential dangers of artificial intelligence

Don't ignore warnings over potential dangers of artificial intelligence

Recently, various companies, including Microsoft's Bing, Google's Bard, and ChatGPT deployed AI systems that can create humanlike conversations, essays on almost any subject and coding.

By Demas Kiprono 1 year ago

Don't ignore warnings over potential dangers of artificial intelligence

What government, courts should do to strengthen witness protection

The process of resettlement is costly. Witness Protection Agency (WPA) estimates that a single witness costs Sh2.5 million on average.

By Demas Kiprono 1 year ago

What government, courts should do to strengthen witness protection

State should address police officers' mental health to protect lives

Besides murder-suicides, there has also been an increase in public displays of frustration and stress by various officers attached to different stations across the country.

By Demas Kiprono 1 year ago

State should address police officers' mental health to protect lives

Controller of Budget should resign forthwith for betraying her mandate

Margaret Nyakang'o, the COB, told MPs she was under duress to approve irregular public payments totalling Sh15 billion days before the last year's general election.

By Demas Kiprono 1 year ago

Controller of Budget should resign forthwith for betraying her mandate

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