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Akorino Archbishop Stanley Gichuru dies,leaving a legacy of spiritual influence in Kenya

Akorino Archbishop Stanley Gichuru dies,leaving a legacy of spiritual influence in Kenya

By Our Correspondent,Nyahururu The Akorino fraternity in Kenya is in mourning following the death of Archbishop Stanley Gichuru. He's a respected cleric whose decades long ministry shaped the spiritual and social fabric of the Akorino

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Inside Gen.Salim Saleh’s enduring grip on the Uganda’s military and power politics

Inside Gen.Salim Saleh’s enduring grip on the Uganda’s military and power politics

By Xavier Lugaga,Busia Few figures in Uganda’s post independence history embody the fusion of battlefield grit, political influence, and enduring controversy like Salim Saleh. Decades after the guns of the bush war fell silent, the

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From Rift Valley Frontlines to Nairobi Command: The Rise of Tom Odero

From Rift Valley Frontlines to Nairobi Command: The Rise of Tom Odero

By Our Reporter,Nakuru A seasoned, battle hardened police commander, Tom Odero has been thrust into one of the country’s most demanding security roles following his appointment as the head of the Nairobi Metropolitan Police Unit.

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The unbowed defender:John Khaminwa’s enduring five decade fight for justice

The unbowed defender:John Khaminwa’s enduring five decade fight for justice

By Xavier Lugaga,Busia In the ever evolving corridors of justice in Kenya, few names command as much respect, intrigue, and admiration as John Khaminwa. A towering figure in the country’s legal landscape, Khaminwa’s career spans

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Heir Who Said No: Rita Field-Marsham’s Quiet Stand Against Wealth and Power

Heir Who Said No: Rita Field-Marsham’s Quiet Stand Against Wealth and Power

By Xavier Lugaga,Busia. The death of Nicholas Biwott on July 11, 2017 marked the close of a chapter in Kenya’s history one defined by political clout, vast business interests, and influence during the era of

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Prof.Wangari Maathai: The Woman Who Planted Trees and Uprooted Power

Prof.Wangari Maathai: The Woman Who Planted Trees and Uprooted Power

By Xavier Lugaga,Busia Prof.Wangari Muta Maathai’s life unfolded like a quiet storm,rooted in the soil of rural Kenya, yet powerful enough to challenge a nation’s political order and inspire the world. Born in 1940 in

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From Charcoal to Corporate King: The Rise and Tumultuous Legacy of James Njenga Karume

From Charcoal to Corporate King: The Rise and Tumultuous Legacy of James Njenga Karume

By Xavier Lugaga,Busia James Njenga Karume was born in 1929 in Elementaita, Nakuru County and emerged from humble beginnings to become one of Kenya’s most influential businessmen and political figures. Karume’s early life was defined

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From Pulpit to Power: How Bishop David Oginde Became the Face of Kenya’s Anti-Graft War

From Pulpit to Power: How Bishop David Oginde Became the Face of Kenya’s Anti-Graft War

By Our Correspondent,Nairobi In a country long weighed down by corruption scandals and public distrust in institutions, the appointment of Bishop David Oginde as Chairperson of the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) marked a striking

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Hat, War, and Power: The Enduring Rule of Salva Kiir Mayardit

Hat, War, and Power: The Enduring Rule of Salva Kiir Mayardit

By Our Correspondent,Juba South Sudan President Salva Kiir Mayardit was born on September 13, 1951 in Akon, then part of Sudan. Kiir is a South Sudanese soldier turned statesman who has led South Sudan as

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From Underdog to Power Player: The Rise of Nyandarua Senator John Methu in Central Kenya Politics

From Underdog to Power Player: The Rise of Nyandarua Senator John Methu in Central Kenya Politics

By Our Correspondent,OlKalou John Methu has rapidly emerged as one of the most talked about young politicians in Kenya. He has transformed from an "underdog" candidate into a formidable voice in Central Kenya’s shifting political