Opinion
An opinion piece argues that institutional collapse stems not from external shocks or intelligence failures but from internal ossification—a weakening of asabiyyah (group solidarity) as leadership becomes rigid and disconnects from the community, mistaking compliance for stability.
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Opinion
An opinion piece argues that a recent court judgment overturning a 2022 High Court ruling that abortion is not a fundamental right has implications for constitutional rights, healthcare access, and gender equality in Kenya.
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Opinion
An opinion piece argues that despite fears AI will lead to secularism, the technology's advancement will ultimately awaken human consciousness and draw people closer to God. The author contends that AI represents a profound cognitive evolution distinct from past industrial revolutions, and when grounded in moral reflection, can solve humanity's pressing problems.
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Society
Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir has urged education leaders to strengthen support systems for learners and build safer school environments, emphasizing collaborative leadership between teachers, parents and stakeholders, and noting that mental health interventions should be preventive rather than reactive.
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Opinion
Kenya Revenue Authority has launched a Body-Worn Camera system for its Customs and Border Control Department to enhance transparency, accountability, and operational efficiency in border management.
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Opinion
An advocate writes that a Nairobi law court denied bond in a criminal case despite the State not objecting, breaching constitutional requirements; the advocate describes subsequent interference by a court clerk, including a forged letter purporting to remove the advocate from the case, and calls on the Chief Justice to protect advocates and halt the impunity.
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Politics
President William Ruto came under intense online backlash after attacking the integrity of The Standard Media Group.
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Society
Two years after Gen Z-led peaceful demonstrations against Kenya's Finance Bill 2024, at least 60 young lives were lost in what became one of the bloodiest chapters in Kenya's modern history.
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Politics
Plans for Gen Z anniversary protests in Nairobi were marked by conflicting statements from police and the Interior Cabinet Secretary on Wednesday. The Nairobi Regional Police Commander said police had not received formal notification of the planned demonstrations and warned that any gathering without prior notice would be illegal, while traders appealed for peace.
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Politics
Police in Kitengela, Kajiado County, have arrested activist Bob Njagi, chairman of the Free Kenya Movement, over allegations of planning and inciting demonstrations linked to June 25 commemorations. Several activists have reportedly been targeted by security agencies ahead of the anniversary events.
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Business
Industry experts warn that businesses are exposing themselves to significant financial losses by failing to adequately insure cargo through global supply chains, with Kenya importing goods worth more than Sh2.7 trillion annually despite relatively low marine insurance penetration. The Port of Mombasa handles millions of tonnes of cargo annually but movement of goods remains vulnerable to vessel collisions, fires, explosions, piracy, and weather disruptions, with a single incident potentially resulting in losses running into millions.
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Politics
The National Taxpayers Association is urging Kenya's 47 county governments to go slow on fees and levies as they finalise their Finance Bills, to avoid negating the national gains of the Finance Act 2026. NTA chief executive Patrick Nyangweso said counties should instead enhance own source revenue by investing in production through national government projects, as Kenyans are already operating in a strained fiscal environment.
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