Kenya’s President Ruto tears into ethnic warlords as fears mount he’s filling public offices with kinsmen to fasten grip on power beyond 2032

Kenya’s President Ruto tears into ethnic warlords as fears mount he’s filling public offices with kinsmen to fasten grip on power beyond 2032

The domination of public service, police and military by the Kalenjin community is gradually fomenting fears that president is mobilising his community as part of his strategy to stay in power beyond 2032 if he wins next year’s presidential election.

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Kenya: No let up for Ruto and UDA government as human rights activists notify police of planned Saba Saba demons, petition to parliament

Kenya: No let up for Ruto and UDA government as human rights activists notify police of planned Saba Saba demons, petition to parliament

According to the notice dated July 5, 2026, participants will assemble at Jeevanjee Gardens from 8:00am before commencing a peaceful procession at 9:00am through Nairobi’s CBD to Parliament Buildings, where a petition will be presented to the speakers of the National Assembly and the Senate.

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Sifuna’s status as secretary general of ODM to be clear next week when tribunal rules on his petition

Sifuna’s status as secretary general of ODM to be clear next week when tribunal rules on his petition

The Orange Democratic Movement has asked the Political Parties Disputes Tribunal to dismiss Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna’s complaint, arguing the party’s internal disciplinary process must run its course first. The dispute stems from a National Executive Council (NEC) resolution of February 11, 2026, which purged Sifuna from hi party position...

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Suspicion of state complicity in Osotsi assault case emerge as doubts arise on how supposed riffraffs could afford stiff $7,800 bail terms

Suspicion of state complicity in Osotsi assault case emerge as doubts arise on how supposed riffraffs could afford stiff $7,800 bail terms

The court directed that the matter proceeds to a pre-trial conference on May 6, 2026, setting the stage for a full hearing of the case. The charges stem from an incident in which Senator Osotsi was attacked by goons at a cafe in Kisumu, a development that sparked public outcry and heightened political fears state-attention in the region.

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Post-Raila Luo: Coming to grips with the vulgarity, ethnicity and mediocrity that define roots of Luo pride and arrogance

Post-Raila Luo: Coming to grips with the vulgarity, ethnicity and mediocrity that define roots of Luo pride and arrogance

The senior civil servants from the Luo community are just as inadequate as their political leaders. Health Principal Secretary Oluga, had the audacity to post on his Facebook, “Tutam is a reality,” simply because Ruto visited his home, while never mentioning the failing SHA and the dismal health system

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Teacher of all seasons: Ninety-two-year old retired Kenyan teacher revisits a school he taught at 70 years ago

Teacher of all seasons: Ninety-two-year old retired Kenyan teacher revisits a school he taught at 70 years ago

Father Rector-In-Charge at Kiserian Junior Seminary, Rev Joseph Waratho (seated centre, left) with some of his students when they welcomed a former teacher at the school, Mr Gabriel Gaitho (seated). Mwalimu Gaitho (92 years) taught at the institution in 1956. Photo: Courtesy

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Ethiopia prioritises environmental conservation as it embraces paper-bags as single-use plastic ban takes effect

Ethiopia prioritises environmental conservation as it embraces paper-bags as single-use plastic ban takes effect

Under the new law, individuals caught using or distributing single-use plastic bags face fines of up to 5,000 Ethiopian birr ($32), while manufacturers, importers and marketers risk heavier penalties. Despite nationwide awareness campaigns ahead of the ban, reactions have been mixed.

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In a system designed to kill you, invisibility is survival: How silence saved German girl assigned to serve Nazi murders

In a system designed to kill you, invisibility is survival: How silence saved German girl assigned to serve Nazi murders

They settled in Queens. Flora worked multiple jobs – seamstress, whatever she could find – long hours at immigrant wages that barely covered rent. But she had a purpose beyond survival: her son would have the freedom, opportunity and voice stolen from her.

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Deepening economic crisis in Sudan has transformed Ramadhan from communal abundance living one-day-at-a-time

Deepening economic crisis in Sudan has transformed Ramadhan from communal abundance living one-day-at-a-time

Since April 15, 2023, Sudan has been mired in war between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces. The conflict rapidly spread nationwide, devastating infrastructure, crippling state institutions and displacing millions.

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How in a tiny rented in 1896 in Detroit, US, Henry Ford built the first gasoline-powered car and changed the way the world travels

How in a tiny rented in 1896 in Detroit, US, Henry Ford built the first gasoline-powered car and changed the way the world travels

Seven years later, on June 16, 1903, Ford launched the Ford Motor Company in a small converted carriage factory in Detroit. The company’s first year brought in $37,000 in profit against $28,000 in investment.

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