Cabinet Secretary for Water, Sanitation & Irrigation Eric Mugaa has encouraged Kenyans to think about collecting water as the short rains start to impact many regions of the nation. In a statement on Monday, November 11, 2024, Mugaa noted that the country’s water storage capacity is insufficient and urged Kenyans to explore various rainwater storage […]
The clergy, led by the National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK), have condemned the newly introduced Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF), claiming it worsens the plight of Kenyans. Addressing the press, the clergymen expressed strong disapproval of SHIF, calling for its immediate suspension. They argued that the program was rolled out hastily, without a […]
On November 5th, millions of Americans will go to the polls to vote for their 48th President. This year’s presidential race involves former president Donald Trump and the current Vice President Khamala Harris. In the United States, the popular vote does not determine election outcomes, instead, the Electoral College does. States receive a certain number […]
A significant portion of Christian evangelicals in Africa, for instance, back populist politicians. Money, ethnicity, and religion have become the primary focus of national politics in Kenya recently, resulting in a significant weakening of the ability of religious leaders to challenge the political elite. In recent months, there has been a continuous argument regarding politicians […]
Sounding a clarion call against Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in Kenya, women’s rights organization Nguvu Collective, KEWOPA, and the Anti-FGM Board Kenya have joined hands to launch a campaign aimed at eradicating this human rights violation from the country. Dubbed ‘Break The Blade,’ the initiative creatively combines advocacy and community outreach to tackle FGM head-on. […]
Njuri Ncheke Council of Elders have expressed their joy and satisfaction after the three bench Jury at the High Court yesterday lifted an order blocking the swearing-in of Kithure Kindiki as the new Deputy President of Kenya. “Today is a great day for Kenyans because Kindiki is one of the few leaders who are humble, […]
Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka has spoken out strongly against the rising insecurity in Kenya, particularly the alarming cases of abductions and mistreatment targeting citizens. In a statement made on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, Onyonka urged an end to these violations, emphasizing the need for Kenya to uphold fundamental rights and freedoms as outlined in the […]
In recent times, Kenya has experienced unprecedented bill proposals from members of parliament, particularly those closely associated with President William Ruto. A wave of protests is currently sweeping across Kenya. Triggered by controversial proposed tax increases, the movement has developed into a broader campaign for greater accountability in governance across the country. Some are calling […]
Narc-Kenya party leader Martha Karua has voiced strong opposition to the Water (Amendment) Bill, 2023, which proposes privatizing water companies through public-private partnerships (PPPs). In a recent post on X, Karua responded to Tana River County Senator Danson Mungatana, a supporter of the bill. She argued that privatizing water would risk public access to this […]
Activist Kasmuel Macoure put down a very cryptic message of gratitude to Hon Raila Odinga amid his public backlash. The activist has sworn to stay by Railas side and willing to pay the price that it embodies. Here is what the Activist had to say about former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. “Baba, the moment I […]