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  Edwin Sifuna , the Nairobi Senator and embattled Secretary General of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), has indeed brought significant activity and attention to Kitengela on February 15, 2026, amid heightened internal tensions within the party. Sifuna was recently removed as ODM Secretary General by the party's National Executive Committee (NEC), a move he has challenged legally at the Political Parties Disputes Tribunal which issued a suspension on his ouster pending determination.  He maintains he remains the legitimate SG and has framed the situation as part of broader political maneuvering, possibly linked to ODM's controversial broad-based government arrangement with President William Ruto's administration. In defiance, Sifuna launched the "Linda Mwananchi Tour" (Protect the Citizen Tour), a series of grassroots rallies.  After an initial event in Busia County, the tour moved to Kitengela in Kajiado County. He was joined by prominent allies including: S...

 Buying IPO shares (Initial Public Offerings) in Kenya can be an attractive opportunity for many investors, especially on the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE).  Here's why it's often considered worth it, based on how the market works and recent trends. Key Reasons It's Worth Considering 1. Potential for Capital Appreciation and Long-Term Growth IPOs let you buy into promising or established companies early as they go public. If the company performs well after listing, share prices can rise significantly over time. Kenya's stock market showed strong momentum recently, with the NSE All Share Index (NASI) surging around 51% in 2025. This bullish environment can benefit new listings. 2. Dividend Income Potential Many Kenyan IPOs come from profitable companies, especially in stable sectors like infrastructure or energy. For example, investing in shares of a company like the Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) allows you to become a part-owner and potentially receive dividends from...

  Africa's crop diversity is a cornerstone of sustainable food production, providing resilience against climate change, pests, diseases, and economic shocks.  Importance of Crop Diversity in Africa The continent hosts a wealth of indigenous crops like sorghum, millet, teff, yams, and various fruits that are adapted to local environments and offer nutritional benefits. However, this diversity is under threat, with 16% of locally adapted crop varieties in Sub-Saharan Africa already at risk of extinction. Maintaining diversity helps buffer against vulnerabilities in monoculture systems, where reliance on a few staple crops like maize or wheat can lead to soil depletion and increased susceptibility to outbreaks, such as Fusarium wilt in bananas or fall armyworm in maize.  By preserving a broad range of species, including wild relatives and underutilized indigenous foods, food systems become more adaptable, nutritious, and productive. Key Threats to Africa's Crop Diversity Rap...

Kithure Kindiki, the current Deputy President of Kenya is viewed as irreplaceable in his role for the foreseeable future—particularly through the 2027 elections and up to 2032—despite pressures or demands from the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) in ongoing coalition talks with President William Ruto's United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and the broad-based government arrangement. This stems from several key political realities: 1. Strong backing from Mt. Kenya region leaders — Kindiki hails from Tharaka Nithi in the Mt. Kenya area, a critical vote bloc for Ruto's support base. Regional leaders (including figures like Tharaka Nithi Governor Muthomi Njuki and Public Service CS Geoffrey Ruku) have repeatedly declared the Deputy President's seat "non-negotiable" and "not vacant" until 2032. They argue that replacing him would alienate Mt. Kenya voters, who have embraced the broad-based government but insist Kindiki remains in place. Some have even threatened...

Siaya Governor James Orengo has publicly described the death of veteran opposition leader Raila Odinga as still a "mystery" and called for determining the circumstances surrounding it. In statements made on February 12, 2026, during a press conference and amid ongoing divisions in the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), Orengo said: “I also want to say without fear of contradiction, the death of Raila Amollo Odinga which is still a mystery to a lot of us, those bearing responsibility of the death of Raila Amollo Odinga are out there and are silent about it but I hope that one day we will determine the circumstances in which Raila Amollo Odinga passed away and that must be an objective that we must achieve.” He reiterated similar remarks in various media appearances and quotes circulated on platforms like X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, and news outlets such as The Star, Citizen TV, NTV Kenya, and Eastleigh Voice. Raila Odinga , the longtime ODM leader and former Prime Minister...

 World Bank has clarified and dismissed a viral fake press release claiming it reaffirmed support for Kenya's NYOTA (National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement) youth program amid recent controversies. A fabricated document (dated on February 10, 2026) circulated online, styled as an official World Bank statement.  It purported to respond to concerns—likely linked to criticisms from figures like former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua—by reaffirming the Bank's partnership with the Kenyan government on NYOTA, describing it as a flagship initiative for youth employment, grants, and skills development.  The fake release included World Bank branding and urged caution against misinformation. On February 11, 2026, the World Bank Kenya officially stated on X (formerly Twitter): “The World Bank Kenya wishes to clarify that the News release currently circulating regarding an alleged response to concerns about the @NYOTA_Kenya program is fake. No statement of that nature has...