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Soft and tender personality Raila hid in the private closet
My mind swirled and my head reeled. Tears welled in my eyes as I listened to him. I looked at him repulsively as he spoke.
By 6 days ago
Soft and tender personality Raila hid in the private closet
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Prof Obel: Flawed genius who courted controversy and fame
Prof Obel developed Pearl Omega, the HIV/Aids drug which the Health ministry and World Health Organisation claimed was ineffective in curing the virus.
By 24 days ago
Prof Obel: Flawed genius who courted controversy and fame
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Dalmas Otieno had respect for Jaramogi, but had no time for his son Raila
“He is not an ordinary person. I swear, he is a man with extraordinary powers. A good man though”
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Dalmas Otieno had respect for Jaramogi, but had no time for his son Raila
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The political price Dalmas Otieno paid for going against Odinga's
Dalmas Otieno served under Moi, Kibaki, and Uhuru’s administrations and remained the Kanu point man in Luoland.
By 1 month ago
The political price Dalmas Otieno paid for going against Odinga's
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Phoebe Asiyo: Prisons boss who saw humanity in prisoners' lives
The punch landed on my jaw, sending me reeling on the hard surface. I struggled to stand up but was met with a flurry of kicks and lashes.
By 2 months ago
Phoebe Asiyo: Prisons boss who saw humanity in prisoners' lives
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The many battles Phoebe Asiyo fought and won, and those she lost
Mama Asiyo survived countless attacks and assassination attempts. She was subjected to physical, mental and emotional torture and humiliation.
By 3 months ago
The many battles Phoebe Asiyo fought and won, and those she lost
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The rebirth of what Ngugi resisted in the 70s and 80s
Kenyans are still fighting for freedoms and democratic space even as extrajudicial killings are on the rise. The dreaded Special Branch police unit of yore seems to have been reborn.
By 4 months ago
The rebirth of what Ngugi resisted in the 70s and 80s
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Soft and tender personality Raila hid in the private closet
My mind swirled and my head reeled. Tears welled in my eyes as I listened to him. I looked at him repulsively as he spoke.
By 6 days ago
Soft and tender personality Raila hid in the private closet
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Prof Obel: Flawed genius who courted controversy and fame
Prof Obel developed Pearl Omega, the HIV/Aids drug which the Health ministry and World Health Organisation claimed was ineffective in curing the virus.
By 24 days ago
Prof Obel: Flawed genius who courted controversy and fame
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Dalmas Otieno had respect for Jaramogi, but had no time for his son Raila
“He is not an ordinary person. I swear, he is a man with extraordinary powers. A good man though”
By 1 month ago
Dalmas Otieno had respect for Jaramogi, but had no time for his son Raila
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The political price Dalmas Otieno paid for going against Odinga's
Dalmas Otieno served under Moi, Kibaki, and Uhuru’s administrations and remained the Kanu point man in Luoland.
By 1 month ago
The political price Dalmas Otieno paid for going against Odinga's
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Phoebe Asiyo: Prisons boss who saw humanity in prisoners' lives
The punch landed on my jaw, sending me reeling on the hard surface. I struggled to stand up but was met with a flurry of kicks and lashes.
By 2 months ago
Phoebe Asiyo: Prisons boss who saw humanity in prisoners' lives
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The many battles Phoebe Asiyo fought and won, and those she lost
Mama Asiyo survived countless attacks and assassination attempts. She was subjected to physical, mental and emotional torture and humiliation.
By 3 months ago
The many battles Phoebe Asiyo fought and won, and those she lost
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The rebirth of what Ngugi resisted in the 70s and 80s
Kenyans are still fighting for freedoms and democratic space even as extrajudicial killings are on the rise. The dreaded Special Branch police unit of yore seems to have been reborn.
By 4 months ago
The rebirth of what Ngugi resisted in the 70s and 80s
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Soft and tender personality Raila hid in the private closet
My mind swirled and my head reeled. Tears welled in my eyes as I listened to him. I looked at him repulsively as he spoke.
By 6 days ago
Soft and tender personality Raila hid in the private closet
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Prof Obel: Flawed genius who courted controversy and fame
Prof Obel developed Pearl Omega, the HIV/Aids drug which the Health ministry and World Health Organisation claimed was ineffective in curing the virus.
By 24 days ago
Prof Obel: Flawed genius who courted controversy and fame
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Dalmas Otieno had respect for Jaramogi, but had no time for his son Raila
“He is not an ordinary person. I swear, he is a man with extraordinary powers. A good man though”
By 1 month ago
Dalmas Otieno had respect for Jaramogi, but had no time for his son Raila
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The political price Dalmas Otieno paid for going against Odinga's
Dalmas Otieno served under Moi, Kibaki, and Uhuru’s administrations and remained the Kanu point man in Luoland.
By 1 month ago
The political price Dalmas Otieno paid for going against Odinga's
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Phoebe Asiyo: Prisons boss who saw humanity in prisoners' lives
The punch landed on my jaw, sending me reeling on the hard surface. I struggled to stand up but was met with a flurry of kicks and lashes.
By 2 months ago
Phoebe Asiyo: Prisons boss who saw humanity in prisoners' lives
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The many battles Phoebe Asiyo fought and won, and those she lost
Mama Asiyo survived countless attacks and assassination attempts. She was subjected to physical, mental and emotional torture and humiliation.
By 3 months ago
The many battles Phoebe Asiyo fought and won, and those she lost
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The rebirth of what Ngugi resisted in the 70s and 80s
Kenyans are still fighting for freedoms and democratic space even as extrajudicial killings are on the rise. The dreaded Special Branch police unit of yore seems to have been reborn.
By 4 months ago
The rebirth of what Ngugi resisted in the 70s and 80s
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The rebirth of what Ngugi resisted in the 70s and 80s
Kenyans are still fighting for freedoms and democratic space even as extrajudicial killings are on the rise. The dreaded Special Branch police unit of yore seems to have been reborn.
By Caleb Atemi 4 months ago
The rebirth of what Ngugi resisted in the 70s and 80s
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Down memory lane: Why elections have always been a nail biting affair
Persistent late enactment or amendment of electoral laws too close to elections, always undermine planning and implementation of electoral activities.
By Caleb Atemi 7 months ago
Down memory lane: Why elections have always been a nail biting affair
Trump's declaration that he is stopping US aid to Africa has caught many unawares
Trump just did Kenya and Africa a great favour. Despite the pain, agony and frustration to millions, Africa can finally break away from slavery and dependability.
By Caleb Atemi 7 months ago
Trump's declaration that he is stopping US aid to Africa has caught many unawares
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Chebukati: His elections legacy through the eyes of Kivuitu
Kivuitu lived a desolate life after the 2007 debacle that led to post-election bloodshed. Reactions after his death showed many had not forgiven him.
By Caleb Atemi 7 months ago
Chebukati: His elections legacy through the eyes of Kivuitu
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How Chebukati won where Kivuitu failed
While President William Ruto publicly lauded Wafula Chebukati, Kivuitu was quickly abandoned by the political class that put him in a mess.
By Caleb Atemi 8 months ago
How Chebukati won where Kivuitu failed
Mambo Mbotela: May his voice echo through haunt our leaders into integrity
The late Veteran radio broadcaster Leonard Mambo Mbotela's voice raised Kenya from its knees during its darkest and bloodiest hour.
By Caleb Atemi 8 months ago
Mambo Mbotela: May his voice echo through haunt our leaders into integrity
Aga Khan was father of EA journalism
To many journalists, His Highness the Aga Khan, was the father and high patron of Kenyan and East African journalism.
By Caleb Atemi 8 months ago
Aga Khan was father of EA journalism
How African leaders can handle long-running crisis in DR Congo
The DRC, with its vast territory and abundant mineral wealth has become a key battleground for external powers whose interests in the country's resources have exacerbated internal strife.
By Caleb Atemi 8 months ago
How African leaders can handle long-running crisis in DR Congo
Jimmy Carter's life lessons that could turn Kenya into a developed, united country
I was delighted. The tension and fear that had seared through my body vanished. The arena burst into sudden screams of joy, song and dance.
By Caleb Atemi 9 months ago
Jimmy Carter's life lessons that could turn Kenya into a developed, united country
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Prof Davy Koech: From acclaimed scientist to prisoner and short-lived freedom
My friend Prof Davy Koech was a traumatised man in serious pain. At 70, he had suffered a heart attack. He had endured abject poverty, calamity and sorrow in childhood.
By Caleb Atemi 9 months ago
Prof Davy Koech: From acclaimed scientist to prisoner and short-lived freedom
Oloo Aringo's exit rekindles Hezekiah Oyugi's powerful reign during Kanu's rule
Like his nickname, Big Pen, he made and destroyed careers and people's lives. At times we were forced to do embarrassing things for our own survival.
By Caleb Atemi 9 months ago
Oloo Aringo's exit rekindles Hezekiah Oyugi's powerful reign during Kanu's rule
Oloo Aringo's harrowing airport experience after Ouko's death
Oloo Aringo's sycophantic moment came when he heaped praise on President Moi to the point of referring to him as "The Prince of Peace."
By Caleb Atemi 11 months ago
Oloo Aringo's harrowing airport experience after Ouko's death
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41 years later, plotters of the 1982 coup owe Kenya apology
Non-Commissioned Officers of Kenya Air Force (KAF), calling themselves the 'People's Redemption Council' ('PRC') organised the coup. But their heinous actions were short lived.
By Caleb Atemi 2 years ago
41 years later, plotters of the 1982 coup owe Kenya apology
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UhuRuto Tantrums: Walking in the other's shoes and a lesson for leaders
Uhuru is stuck in political wars between his former deputy and Raila. After Supreme Court ruling that affirmed Ruto's election, Uhuru loudly stated that he recognises only Raila as his leader.
By Caleb Atemi 2 years ago
UhuRuto Tantrums: Walking in the other's shoes and a lesson for leaders
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The African diplomat; Is Ruto treading a dangerous and slippery ground?
Ruto is a young, educated and highly ambitious politician. He is the first holder of a doctorate degree to became president of Kenya. He is trying to cut for himself an image of an African Statesman
By Caleb Atemi 2 years ago
The African diplomat; Is Ruto treading a dangerous and slippery ground?
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Kenyans caught between two hard headed politicos reluctant to let go amid raging tiff
Ruto never backs off from a fight even when wisdom says he should. Raila, a man with a restless spirit whose opposition walk is littered with tears, broken bones, and blood.
By Caleb Atemi 2 years ago
Kenyans caught between two hard headed politicos reluctant to let go amid raging tiff
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Of politics and the health of presidents
President Daniel Moi was such a heath freak, if one coughed or sneezed violently during cabinet meetings, he could be requested to take leave and return once fully recovered.
By Caleb Atemi 2 years ago
Of politics and the health of presidents
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Malala joining Cabinet: A case of trusted presidents' allies whose word became law
Ruto is following in the footsteps of his predecessors, who surrounded themselves with men and women that were strangers in government, but had massive clout and say on matters of national importance
By Caleb Atemi 2 years ago
Malala joining Cabinet: A case of trusted presidents' allies whose word became law
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Murders, detentions and armed raids: Wars that media has fought across the decades
Since independence, Kenya has had its fair share of the likes of Kuria; men foaming at the mouth, spewing venom and vomiting threats.
By Caleb Atemi 2 years ago
Murders, detentions and armed raids: Wars that media has fought across the decades
Cyber law a tool to silence Gen Z's bold online activism, says Muturi
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Day Lui was brutally kicked out from his Nairobi home
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