01 · OpinionBroad based government must deliver a public bargain
Cooperation deserves a fair hearing—and an open record of what it delivers, what it costs and what remains unresolved.
Odhiambo Otieno9 min read
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02 · OpinionThe congregation should not become a campaign audience by default
Protect worship, preserve religious institutions’ civic voice and tell people when they are being invited to a political event.
Oduor Jagero7 min read
03 · OpinionA debt audit must lead to a credible plan for what comes next
Recovery, negotiation and legal challenges need different evidence, institutions and timetables. Prepare the next step now.
Joakim Simiyu8 min read
04 · Kenya · AnalysisKalonzo takes opposition policy pitch to London
His London remarks put manufacturing and domestic investment at the centre of his economic pitch.
John Ouma2 min read
05 · Kenya · AnalysisWaiguru declares 2032 presidential ambition and seeks a place in 2027 talks
The governor urges women to organise for senior office rather than wait for invitations.
Odhiambo Otieno2 min read
06 · Kenya · AnalysisKindiki sets December deadline for Gakindu market
The Deputy President says opposition-held constituencies must also receive public investment.
Isaac Gift2 min read
07 · Kenya · AnalysisGovernment seeks another 90 days of reduced fuel VAT
Wandayi says Parliament is considering an extension as import costs rise.
Clinton Peter2 min read
08 · Kenya · AnalysisNairobi Dam works begin as authorities address flood risks
Officials say spillway work will lower water levels while rehabilitation continues.
Oduor Jagero2 min read
09 · Kenya · AnalysisOrengo calls for a solemn Raila memorial as Migwena preparations continue
The October 15 gathering is being organised as a commemoration, the governor says.
John Ouma2 min read
10 · Kenya · AnalysisSakaja proposes Eastleigh airbase relocation as city pressures grow
The governor raises settlement and planning concerns; no relocation decision has been announced.
Odhiambo Otieno2 min read
11 · Kenya · AnalysisKNH and nurses sign new agreement after months of labour disputes
Implementation of the negotiated terms will determine what changes for staff.
Isaac Gift2 min read
12 · Kenya · AnalysisRuto pledges Sh250 million to finish Kongasis teachers college
The President also promises hostels; a completion timetable remains to be set out.
Clinton Peter2 min read
13 · Kenya · AnalysisPassaris backs Wanga for 2032 as women leaders debate national succession
The endorsement is a political proposal, with no joint ticket announced.
Oduor Jagero2 min read
14 · Kenya · AnalysisNyoro rejects proxy label as opposition unity faces a public test
A Kajiado exchange exposes tensions beneath calls for a common presidential ticket.
John Ouma2 min read
15 · Kenya · AnalysisMatiangi and Nyoro joint appearances put opposition cooperation to the test
Their shared engagements show political contact across party lines, while Matiang’i says negotiations on a future coalition government remain unresolved.
Odhiambo Otieno3 min read
16 · Kenya · AnalysisThe ODM UDA electoral bargain faces a test over who gets what in 2027
ODM leaders are backing cooperation with Ruto while demanding a place on the presidential ticket, leaving the terms of the partnership central to the election debate.
Isaac Gift2 min read
17 · Kenya · AnalysisPauline Njoroge appointment gives Linda Mwananchi a formal communications structure
The movement is assembling a presidential campaign secretariat, with digital and publicity roles among its first announced appointments.
Clinton Peter2 min read
18 · Kenya · AnalysisSifuna hosts Maina and Murango as opposition unity talks widen
The meeting opens another channel between opposition figures, but the public statement stops short of an electoral agreement.
Oduor Jagero2 min read
19 · OpinionSifuna’s Sh50 donors deserve more than symbolism
Small contributions can widen political ownership—if supporters can see the accounts and question the decisions.
Oduor Jagero7 min read
20 · OpinionKenya needs a debt audit that distinguishes bad borrowing from odious debt
Follow each agreement and each payment. Moral outrage deserves an evidence base and a remedy that can withstand scrutiny.
Joakim Simiyu8 min read
21 · OpinionRuto’s road programme needs a public progress report
Supporting the infrastructure programme means making its payments, progress and deadlines open to public scrutiny.
Odhiambo Otieno8 min read