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Why you should resolve not to make any New Year resolutions
The statistics indicate that only 10 per cent of people who make New Year's resolutions stick to them, and those who don't usually abandon them after one month.
By Okwaro Oscar Plato 1 year ago
Why you should resolve not to make any New Year resolutions
Technology from the West or foreign aid, Africa must chose one
Neo-colonialism will not be overcome by the goodwill of our modern colonizers.
By Okwaro Oscar Plato 1 year ago
Technology from the West or foreign aid, Africa must chose one
Until one side has lost, Russia-Ukraine war continues
Concerns of nuclear escalation between Russia and NATO drive many to argue for negotiations, and although the impetus is well-intentioned, the suggestion is naive and impractical.
By Okwaro Oscar Plato 1 year ago
Until one side has lost, Russia-Ukraine war continues
Until one side has lost, Ukraine war continues
Experts believe that Russian violence in Ukraine constitutes genocide, and UN is currently considering a resolution that affirms this label.
By Okwaro Oscar Plato 1 year ago
Until one side has lost, Ukraine war continues
Political parties have been grossly unfair to persons with disabilities
Political parties have failed to provide a conductive environment for PWDs to engage in active politics.
By Darmi Jattani and Oscar Ochieng 1 year ago
Political parties have been grossly unfair to persons with disabilities
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Third in command? Calculating senator's gamble could pay off
The Bungoma senator-elect started his political career in 1992 as Kanu Nominated MP.
By Oscar Obonyo 2 years ago
Third in command? Calculating senator's gamble could pay off
Kagiso Khaole appointed as new GM for Uber SSA
Kagiso Khaole takes over Frans Hiemstra's role who has been appointed as the Regional General Manager for the Middle East and Africa at Uber.
By Oscar Obonyo 2 years ago
Kagiso Khaole appointed as new GM for Uber SSA
Confirmed: List of Governors who have won so far
George Natembeya will succeed Patrick Khaemba as the second governor of Trans Nzoia County.
By Oscar Obonyo 2 years ago
Confirmed: List of Governors who have won so far
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To politicians: Guard your votes, ours was the voting
After voting on Tuesday next week, each Kenyan should go back to their homes, pick a packet of popcorn and await the results. Politicians should have already put measures in place.
By Oscar Obonyo 2 years ago
To politicians: Guard your votes, ours was the voting
KPA teams hold onto leads as basketball league takes a break
Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) men and women's basketball teams are where they would have wished to be.
By Oscar Obonyo 2 years ago
KPA teams hold onto leads as basketball league takes a break
Young voters' dilemma: they hate ethnic politics but feel trapped in it
Kenyan youth feel pressured to participate in ethnic politics despite their stated dislike of tribalism.
By Oscar Obonyo 2 years ago
Young voters' dilemma: they hate ethnic politics but feel trapped in it
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Uhuru's plan for apolitical Cabinet and rise of women
Except for seasoned politicians Charity Ngilu and Najib Balala, the rest of the team paraded during a press conference at the State House looked unfamiliar, fresh and fervent.
By Oscar Obonyo 2 years ago
Uhuru's plan for apolitical Cabinet and rise of women
Kenya, Somalia renew ties after Mohamud's election
In lifting the ban on miraa, President Mohamud demonstrated the urgency in rebuilding ties with Kenya. Kenya Airways scheduled flights to Somalia also resume.
By Oscar Obonyo 2 years ago
Kenya, Somalia renew ties after Mohamud's election
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Jitters in Ruto, Raila camps as Uhuru hits the campaign trail
Ruto says Uhuru is aiding Raila and shielding him from confrontation with the UDA candidate. Uhuru's backers say current political circumstances are different and allow him to support Raila.
By Oscar Obonyo 2 years ago
Jitters in Ruto, Raila camps as Uhuru hits the campaign trail
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Uhuru Kenyatta's dilemma in his last month at State House
As the clock ticks towards polling day, all eyes will be on President Uhuru Kenyatta who is torn between managing his exit and vanquishing his political rivals.
By Oscar Obonyo 2 years ago
Uhuru Kenyatta's dilemma in his last month at State House
It's all systems go as key transition team starts work
Team will facilitate the handing over process by the outgoing President to the President-elect. Uhuru will be a private citizen from August 23 should poll be hitch-free with a clear winner
By Oscar Obonyo 2 years ago
It's all systems go as key transition team starts work
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Campaigners and shrewd advisors who defy odds to back their camps
Ngilu and Mudavadi are among loyal political heavyweights in the Raila, Ruto teams. They are seen to be passionate and unswerving in supporting the presidential candidates.
By Oscar Obonyo 2 years ago
Campaigners and shrewd advisors who defy odds to back their camps
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Raila Odinga, William Ruto could pay for focusing on Mt Kenya at expense of bases
Poll observers and political players warn that campaign concentration in the mountain region offers no guaranteed outcomes.
By Oscar Obonyo 2 years ago
Raila Odinga, William Ruto could pay for focusing on Mt Kenya at expense of bases
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Raila Odinga's clearance by IEBC to contest best chance for top job
Insiders say his decision to work with Uhuru is a strategic and clever move he's ever made. It is not lost to them that the former premier is coming up against solid challenge from DP.
By Oscar Obonyo 2 years ago
Raila Odinga's clearance by IEBC to contest best chance for top job
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History beckons for William Ruto as he starts journey to seek presidency
Ruto will become the first principal assistant so far to have nursed "serious ambition" and staged a "most powerful, well-oiled and sustained" campaign for the presidency.
By Oscar Obonyo 2 years ago
History beckons for William Ruto as he starts journey to seek presidency
What other presidents said as they left office
Daniel arap Moi and Kibaki, who served as the second and third presidents of the Republic of Kenya respectively, gave indications of their preferred successors.
By Oscar Obonyo 2 years ago
What other presidents said as they left office
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Why high-stakes battle for region is Martha Karua versus Rigathi Gachagua affair
Observers say Mt Kenya duel is about influence and popularity of the running mates. While Ruto has gone directly to the people, Raila is charming his way through local emissaries.
By Oscar Obonyo 2 years ago
Why high-stakes battle for region is Martha Karua versus Rigathi Gachagua affair
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Nightmare of 40 independent candidates eyeing State House
Should all the 54 aspirants, 40 of whom are seeking to run as independents, be cleared, the ballot paper will be the longest in history.
By Oscar Obonyo 2 years ago
Nightmare of 40 independent candidates eyeing State House
Why Moses Wetang'ula can rest easy in the Kenya Kwanza power line-up
Ford-Kenya leader is eyeing the Speaker's seat in the National Assembly. Should Ruto win, the senator will be senior to Mudavadi in the pecking order.
By Oscar Obonyo 2 years ago
Why Moses Wetang'ula can rest easy in the Kenya Kwanza power line-up
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Ondiek to Khamala: A tale of mixed fortunes for church leaders in politics
Bishop Titus Khamala is known more for his clowning tricks akin to those of gospel artist Christopher Nyangwara Mosioma, popularly known as Embarambamba.
By Oscar Obonyo 2 years ago
Ondiek to Khamala: A tale of mixed fortunes for church leaders in politics
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How the wily and witty Wetangula has stood the test of time
The experienced lawyer has maintained relevance and stayed close to the centre of power on both sides of the political divide for decades.
By Oscar Obonyo 2 years ago
How the wily and witty Wetangula has stood the test of time
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Running mate: Kalonzo the bull in Azimio China shop
Relentless demands, hard-line positions, and endless boardroom battles worry the coalition. Wiper party leader is also caught up in supremacy battles with the three Ukambani governors.
By Oscar Obonyo 2 years ago
Running mate: Kalonzo the bull in Azimio China shop
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Mwai Kibaki was firm but smooth schemer, recalls member of first Cabinet
James Osogo was in the inner Jomo Kenyatta circles together with the former president. He says the fallen hero was a workaholic, disciplined, great thinker and astute politician.
By Oscar Obonyo, Robert Amalemba 2 years ago
Mwai Kibaki was firm but smooth schemer, recalls member of first Cabinet
Elections should not be about selling votes to highest bidder
With the 2022 General Election on the horizon, the topic of vote buying has taken centre-stage. A
By Oscar Ochieng 2 years ago
Elections should not be about selling votes to highest bidder
Let's abolish retrogressive culture of announcing national exam results
The culture of announcing results is totally backward, and stale. It is useless and must stop!
By Okwaro Oscar Plato 2 years ago
Let's abolish retrogressive culture of announcing national exam results
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The less shiny part of Mwai Kibaki
Many of Mwai Kibaki’s allies fell by the wayside in the chaotic exercise of 1988.
By Oscar Obonyo 2 years ago
The less shiny part of Mwai Kibaki
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Speaker Justin Muturi's delicate balancing act in season of madness
Speaker Justin Muturi’s pledges not to be partisan, insists he is going nowhere and that he has right to belong to a political formation of his choice.
By Oscar Obonyo 2 years ago
Speaker Justin Muturi's delicate balancing act in season of madness
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The Kalonzo factor: Why it will build or break the Azimio dream
Kalonzo reads political mischief in Raila’s insistence on keeping the company of Ngilu, Mutua and Kivutha, who are his political rivals.
By Oscar Obonyo 2 years ago
The Kalonzo factor: Why it will build or break the Azimio dream
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I did my best for Raila, Mudavadi says as he fully embraces Ruto
The ANC leader’s assertion comes in the wake of unconfirmed reports that he had already hammered out a power-sharing deal with UDA's William Ruto and Ford-Kenya's Moses Wetang'ula.
By Oscar Obonyo 2 years ago
I did my best for Raila, Mudavadi says as he fully embraces Ruto
How to secure election results transmitted from polling stations
Nothing is more dispiriting to the electorate than to learn that their vote has been manipulated and/or rigged.
By Okwaro Oscar Plato 2 years ago
How to secure election results transmitted from polling stations
Why education is vital in women’s political participation, leadership
Political parties must be compelled to implement the gender equity principles enshrined in the national Constitution and electoral laws, and their constitutions.
By Oscar Ochieng and Darmi Jattani 2 years ago
Why education is vital in women’s political participation, leadership
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Will Uhuru's pain over failure of BBI be Raila's to bear in the polls?
On the campaign front, Uhuru’s shadow looms large in Raila Odinga’s presidential bid.
By Oscar Obonyo 2 years ago
Will Uhuru's pain over failure of BBI be Raila's to bear in the polls?
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How Supreme Court verdict on BBI will impact August elections
BBI Verdict: Depending on how the judges rule, fortunes of various political parties will be affected, with winners being emboldened.
By Oscar Obonyo 2 years ago
How Supreme Court verdict on BBI will impact August elections
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Oburu Oginga on Raila Odinga's chances, political vigour and family
Oburu says the other Odinga’s seeking elective posts have a right to do so, avers he wants to go to Senate to protect Raila’s interests.
By Oscar Obonyo 2 years ago
Oburu Oginga on Raila Odinga's chances, political vigour and family
How opinion polls affect your right to think and vote wisely
One of the most recent striking political developments in this country has been the rise of opinion surveys.
By Okwaro Oscar Plato 2 years ago
How opinion polls affect your right to think and vote wisely