Let's address factors that trigger or worsen mental health issues

Rising levels of stress and anxiety, owing to the current living conditions, means that more people are suffering than ever, making it vital that we take mental health more seriously.

By 1 month ago

Why conclave should elect a progressive Pope like Francis

Pope Francis stood up as a beacon of light, change and in his final years, he stood firm against the genocide in Gaza

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MPs failed women by approving Cheptumo's nomination as CS

Indeed, that Cheptumo made comments that were so aligned to patriarchal grandstanding would automatically make her unqualified for the job.

By 2 months ago

The world has allowed Israel to break international law at will

The Geneva Conventions are clear that certain groups of people, including medical staff and journalists, should not be targeted during wars.

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Kihika's US-born twins and the question of reproductive justice

Whilst women deserve to explore many options for bearing children, these conversations leave out the crucial element of who gets to access these privileges, and who does not.

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Reduce extravagant spending instead of borrowing from IMF

The government is spending billions of shillings every year on loan repayment and seeks to fix the problem by borrowing more money.

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Justice system should priotise rehabilitation, not punishment

Margaret Nduta’s case is the first in recent history to bring to the fore of the Kenyan consciousness the question of how crime is dealt with, and whether the punishment befits the crime.

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Easing economic pressure key to tackling drug abuse crisis

Statistics from local authorities and rehabilitation centres point to an alarming rise in cases of alcohol poisoning due to consumption of unsafe brews.

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Western democratic model isn't working for us; let's rethink it

What goes into the making of a functioning democracy? Among one of the most crucial factors is the running of free and fair elections.

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Why young people want a tough leader to take over after Ruto

As the country prematurely gears up for the 2027 elections, several names have been fronted as ideal candidates to run against the incumbent President William Ruto

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Why many Kenyans celebrated Raila's Addis loss

While Valetine’s Day was a big celebration the world over, perhaps an even bigger day for Kenyans was the 15th of February, when the new chair of the AUC was elected in Addis Ababa.

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Media must exercise its power of influence with due diligence

The article is referring to the Israeli hostages who had been released in the past week, and appeared to look as though during their time with Hamas they had been starved.

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US should avoid past mistakes during its foreign interventions

On Sunday, US forces conducted airstrikes in Somalia's Golis Mountains, targeting IS operatives. Trump announced that these precision strikes eliminated a senior IS attack planner.

By 4 months ago

It is time for Africans to shed reliance on Western handouts

Foreign aid is frequently tied to political and economic conditionalities that serve the interests of donor countries, perpetuating a form of neo-colonialism.

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Time for US to go beyond false dichotomy of two-party system

The ceasefire in Gaza is a bittersweet moment,while its immediate effects are a relief to those caught in the crossfire, it also highlights the stark failures of US foreign policy.

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California's deadly wildfires reveal US's lopsided priorities

In recent days, California’s devastating wildfires have reignited public concern over the escalating climate crisis.

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What it takes for a democratic states to become dictatorship

What does it take to turn a country’s leadership from democratic to dictatorial? Tell-tale signs that Kenya could be slipping to dictatorship.

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Our liberation struggles clash with intolerance and prejudice

As 2024 comes to a close, it will go down in history as a year worth remembering for both joyful and mournful reasons. On the one hand, the endless cases of femicide and police brutality.

By 6 months ago

Dispersing anti-femicide protest suggests that State backs GBV

The women who marched in Kenya were not merely protesting against femicide but were challenging a broader system of oppression that devalues their lives.

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Stop blatant exploitation of Kenyans by tech companies

Artificial intelligence (AI) is celebrated as a transformative technology with the potential to revolutionise industries, enhance productivity, and address global challenges.

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How poverty puts women at the risk of abuse and death

We are currently in the middle of the annual 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. This year’s theme is, 'Every 11 Minutes, one woman is killed' and 'Unite to end Violence against Women'.

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What should be done to turn COP29 discussions into action

The 29th UN Climate Change Conference (COP29), held in Baku, Azerbaijan, concluded last weekend with a mix of optimism and frustration.

By 7 months ago

Chidimma Adetshina's win reveals ugly face of xenophobia in Africa

The announcement of her shortlisting raised eyebrows when South Africans noticed that her name was not only foreign but specifically Nigerian.

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Why Trump triumphed over the Democratic candidate with ease

The election of Donald Trump as President of the United States for a second time this past week came as a surprise to many who supported the liberal policies of Kamala Harris.

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Femicide: Why telling women to be more vigilant is not helpful

It is patronising to tell women who are at risk of harm to be more vigilant, when all women know is vigilance, and when the greatest threat to them exists within the walls of their own homes.

By 7 months ago

Let's address factors that trigger or worsen mental health issues

Rising levels of stress and anxiety, owing to the current living conditions, means that more people are suffering than ever, making it vital that we take mental health more seriously.

By 1 month ago

Why conclave should elect a progressive Pope like Francis

Pope Francis stood up as a beacon of light, change and in his final years, he stood firm against the genocide in Gaza

By 2 months ago

MPs failed women by approving Cheptumo's nomination as CS

Indeed, that Cheptumo made comments that were so aligned to patriarchal grandstanding would automatically make her unqualified for the job.

By 2 months ago

The world has allowed Israel to break international law at will

The Geneva Conventions are clear that certain groups of people, including medical staff and journalists, should not be targeted during wars.

By 2 months ago

Kihika's US-born twins and the question of reproductive justice

Whilst women deserve to explore many options for bearing children, these conversations leave out the crucial element of who gets to access these privileges, and who does not.

By 3 months ago

Reduce extravagant spending instead of borrowing from IMF

The government is spending billions of shillings every year on loan repayment and seeks to fix the problem by borrowing more money.

By 3 months ago

Justice system should priotise rehabilitation, not punishment

Margaret Nduta’s case is the first in recent history to bring to the fore of the Kenyan consciousness the question of how crime is dealt with, and whether the punishment befits the crime.

By 3 months ago

Easing economic pressure key to tackling drug abuse crisis

Statistics from local authorities and rehabilitation centres point to an alarming rise in cases of alcohol poisoning due to consumption of unsafe brews.

By 3 months ago

Western democratic model isn't working for us; let's rethink it

What goes into the making of a functioning democracy? Among one of the most crucial factors is the running of free and fair elections.

By 3 months ago

Why young people want a tough leader to take over after Ruto

As the country prematurely gears up for the 2027 elections, several names have been fronted as ideal candidates to run against the incumbent President William Ruto

By 4 months ago

Why many Kenyans celebrated Raila's Addis loss

While Valetine’s Day was a big celebration the world over, perhaps an even bigger day for Kenyans was the 15th of February, when the new chair of the AUC was elected in Addis Ababa.

By 4 months ago

Media must exercise its power of influence with due diligence

The article is referring to the Israeli hostages who had been released in the past week, and appeared to look as though during their time with Hamas they had been starved.

By 4 months ago

US should avoid past mistakes during its foreign interventions

On Sunday, US forces conducted airstrikes in Somalia's Golis Mountains, targeting IS operatives. Trump announced that these precision strikes eliminated a senior IS attack planner.

By 4 months ago

It is time for Africans to shed reliance on Western handouts

Foreign aid is frequently tied to political and economic conditionalities that serve the interests of donor countries, perpetuating a form of neo-colonialism.

By 5 months ago

Premium

Time for US to go beyond false dichotomy of two-party system

The ceasefire in Gaza is a bittersweet moment,while its immediate effects are a relief to those caught in the crossfire, it also highlights the stark failures of US foreign policy.

By 5 months ago