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Caption for the landscape image: More than a decade since the country adopted the devolved system of governance, it has come with a mixed bag of fortunes. Despite notable economic growth, there has been persistent fiscal mismanagement, political interference, and weak implementation. This assessment comes as governors gather in Homa Bay County for the Devolution…
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This land craze has birthed a network of sophisticated cartels who dupe desperate buyers. The US government has raised the alarm about a renewed surge of fake title deeds in Kenya, dealing a reputational blow to the country in the race for foreign direct investment (FDI). A report from the Office of the United States…
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Caption for the landscape image: When a school bus left Koguta-Katombo village in Nyakach, Kisumu County, for a burial ceremony, six family members did not occupy their seats as planned. On that fateful Friday, members of Kobungu clan had gathered to travel to Nyahera for the burial of Risper Akeyo Ogendo — a journey of…
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Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (Ketraco) Managing Director John Mativo at Kawi complex, Nairobi on September 16, 2024. The construction of the planned Sh12.26 billion national electricity dispatch centre will start mid-next month as the Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (Ketraco) moves to restore reliable supply on the national grid. John Mativo, the Managing Director of Ketraco…
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Caption for the landscape image: Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has asked the Supreme Court to throw out a petition filed by the National Assembly challenging the Court of Appeal’s finding that Deputy Chief Justice (DCJ) Philomena Mwilu had no authority to form a judicial bench to hear petitions on his impeachment. Mr Gachagua filed…
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Members of the National Assembly Joint Committees on Energy and on Public Debt and Privatisation during a session held at Hilton Garden Inn, Machakos County, on Monday, August 11, 2025. Treasury and Economic Planning Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi appeared before the committees to discuss the proposed privatisation of Kenya Pipeline Company Limited (KPC). The Treasury…
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A view from Mua Hills Getaway and Resort in Machakos. When I was a child and living in the United Kingdom, a resort was a seaside place – Skegness Resort was the nearest one. I used to be amused by its logo – a fat and jolly fisherman wearing a heavy sweater and thigh boots.…
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Junior Malkia Strikers’ Verosally Sikutwa (centre) spikes against Patricia Chemtai and Christine Mukhwana during the National Under-20 Women’s volleyball team training at Nyayo Stadium Gymnasium, on July 27, 2025. Kenya has won the Women’s Under-20 Africa Nations Championship volleyball tournament. The team, christened ‘Junior Malkia Strikers’, on Monday evening fought off a strong challenge from…
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A court has emphasised the importance of equity in matrimonial property matters after divorce. When marriages end, disputes over property can quickly turn into bitter court battles. Two recent cases, one from the Kitale High Court and another that travelled all the way to the Supreme Court, offer critical lessons for men and women on…
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Caption for the landscape image: A silent sibling rivalry is brewing in Parliament over a Bill seeking to expand Senators’ legislative mandate to include powers such as vetting and approving State Officers, including Cabinet Secretaries and Principal Secretaries. The Constitution of Kenya (Amendment) Bill, 2025, introduced last month, proposes amendments to confer upon the Senate…