Still-born democracy: Expanding fighting in Jonglei state signals South Sudan’s power-sharing collapse
Kiir later dismissed Bol Mel and reappointed James Wani Igga as second vice president, but political insiders say that decision also caused frustration among certain sections of the fractious ruling party. Other controversial moves by Kiir include last year’s dismissal of powerful intelligence chief Akol Koor Kuc; the appointment of Kiir’s daughter, Adut Salva Kiir, as a special advisor; and a recent anti-corruption drive viewed as politically motivated.
Pan-Africanism or Afro-Pragmatism: Africa’s economic theories evolve as Kenya hosts regional business summit
According to the government spokesperson, Afro-Pragmatism is not a departure from Kenyan ideals, but an evolution of them. Afro-Pragmatism is about repositioning Africa deliberately and strategically. It is about recognising Africa, a continent of 1.5 billion people as the next frontier for human growth, innovation and development.
Kenyan surveyors concerns over appointment of commissioners to National Land Commission
Institution of Surveyors of Kenya (ISK) has raised concerns regarding the exclusion of core land professionals in the recent appointment of commissioners to the national land commission ISK is the professional body that brings together professionals who provide services in the Land built sector. Speaking during a media briefing on...
Searchlight turns to deep-seated dog-fight ravaging spy agency after reports ‘Burundian refugees demand’ arrest of Kenya opposition leaders
Early last year, a security expert George Musamali warned that the health minister – then charge for defence – was clandestinely ‘importing’ foreign national, who are then ferried Kakuma Refugee Camps through Uganda. Once in the camp, they learn basic Kiswahili and secretly given Kenyan identity cards.
How Kenya, UNHCR and Turkana County are planning integration of refugees and host communities
Deputy Director of Department of Refugee Services (DRS) Philemon Mwamodo explained role of the Shirika Plan in promoting refugee inclusion and self-reliance, noting that harmonising national refugee frameworks with county development priorities is key to enhancing service delivery and peaceful coexistence.
Kenya’s national integration commission’s report warns hate speech is fuelling radicalisation, violence ahead of polls
NCIC’s Director for Research and Knowledge Management Millicent Okatch said the study found a thin but dangerous line between hate speech and radicalisation, with gender playing a critical but often ignored role.
Indigenous forests: Truphena Muthoni’s 72-hour tree hugging marathon gets global recognition
While ratifying Muthoni’s record, GWR noted that the environmental activist had earlier on achieved another record last year after hugging a tree for 48 hours on stretch.
Corazon Aquino in Ida Odinga: Raila widow is a target of ODM opportunists not because she is weak but a powerful symbol of continuity
If Ida Odinga hesitates too long, others will rewrite the story, occupy the structures and sell the party cheaply. If she steps forward with clarity and restraint, she can protect Raila Odinga’s legacy – not as a dynasty, but as a living political philosophy.
A walk with Kenyan presidents: Sleuth calls public reverence of Jomo Kenyatta as a god, Moi a workhorse and Kibaki paragon of excellence
To Mwangi, Kenyatta is an enigma who can never be wished away; though deceased. The octogenarian now lives in his imposing country home in Mahiga location, Othaya Sub-County, where he has invested heavily in crop and animal husbandry.
Jirongo was an ‘archive’ of Kenya economic and political crimes that made him prime target of an assassin’s bullet
However, knowing his character and spirit, Cyrus Jirongo possessed credentials that qualified him for an assassin’s eye. This is partially illustrated in my few encounters and covert dealings with him as you will witness below. We met in 1993 but let us fast-forward to 1995.
