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Religious Extremism a Threat to Kenya's Security

Religious Extremism a Threat to Kenya's …

17-02-2014

The world today is faced by many issues, from natural calamities to financial struggles and even insecurity. Those who want to be financially secure can better think of bitcoin trading. Even if you are new to trading, with the help of applications like Bitcoin code, you can carry out your trading like an expert. Additionally, with the bitcoin code test, you can determine if the application is legitimate or fraudulent. It may not...

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Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence

13-02-2014

Violence has largely been ignored as a public health issue and this is due to the lack of a clear...

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New Media legislation, away from Self Regulation

New Media legislation, away from Self Re…

12-12-2013

One of the key rights and freedoms that have been promoted in line with achieving a free and democratic society...

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Executive vs Judiciary

Executive vs Judiciary

08-12-2013

The recent tussle between the executive and the judiciary has once again brought up the question on the supremacy of...

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Religious Attacks in Kenya

Religious Attacks in Kenya

11-11-2013

Insecurity is not a new phenomenon in Kenya and the world as a whole. Kenya has so far had its...

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The AU, ICC and Kenya

The AU, ICC and Kenya

03-11-2013

The African Union (AU), formerly the Organization of African Union (OAU) was formed on the 9th September 1999 when the...

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County Government Amendment Bill: A Blessing or Curse?

County Government Amendment Bill: A Bles…

14-10-2013

Devolution has been a contentious matter both in government and around the country for a while now. One of the...

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Terrorism in Kenya

Terrorism in Kenya

05-10-2013

The events of 21st September 2013, have left indelible memories to Kenya as a Country and further raised more cognizance...

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Aftermath of the Terror Attack at Westgate Shopping Mall - Nairobi

Aftermath of the Terror Attack at Westga…

03-10-2013

21st September 2013 was a dark day for Kenya, when the very popular Westgate Mall was attacked by Al Shabaab...

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Election Petitions and the Arising Jurisprudence

Election Petitions and the Arising Juris…

03-10-2013

4th March 2013 marked the first General Elections exercise under a new Constitutional dispensation. It was also recorded as the...

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VAT Law 2013 Threatens Inflation Rates

VAT Law 2013 Threatens Inflation Rates

18-09-2013

Initial introduction of the Value Added Tax (VAT) Bill 2013, which was expected to impose a 16 per cent levy...

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Who Are The Real IDPs?

Who Are The Real IDPs?

13-09-2013

6 years on and it is sad to see the state of most Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs). It is in...

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Insecurity in Nigeria

Insecurity in Nigeria

13-09-2013

Nigeria has had its share of insecurities which have raised concern not only in the country but in the African...

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Kenya and the ICC: To Remain or to Withdraw?

Kenya and the ICC: To Remain or to Withd…

11-09-2013

Kenya and the ICC: To Remain or to Withdraw, that is the Question. The last two weeks have been very eventful...

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The Controversy Surrounding the County Allocation of Revenue Act

The Controversy Surrounding the County A…

09-09-2013

President Uhuru Kenyatta's Assent of the County Allocation of Revenue Bill was the first step in setting the stage for...

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Repatriation Of Refugees

Repatriation Of Refugees

05-06-2013

The IGAD (Inter-Governmental Authority on Development) Heads of State and Government Summit held it's 22nd Extra-Ordinary session on the 24th...

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Religious Persecution in Tanzania

Religious Persecution in Tanzania

13-11-2012

Religious leaders and sociologists estimate that the Christian and Muslim communities in Tanzania are approximately equal in size, with each...

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Making of the Tanzania constitution; The role of public participation

Making of the Tanzania constitution; The…

04-10-2012

Making of the Tanzania constitution; The role of public participation. The Constitution of a country is the most important legal document....

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Fresh Hope For Somalia

Fresh Hope For Somalia

14-09-2012

For the first time in 43 years, Somalia elected a formal leader. This officially marks the end of an eight-year...

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Religious Persecution in Ethiopia

Religious Persecution in Ethiopia

14-09-2012

The country's population is largely Christian. Though this may be the case, several instances of persecution directed towards Christians have...

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The AU: Mission, Goals, Organs and Objectives

The AU: Mission, Goals, Organs and Objec…

30-08-2012

The formation of the African Union (AU or EU depending on the language) was heralded as an event of great...

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Reviewing The Tanzanian Constitution

Reviewing The Tanzanian Constitution

27-06-2012

By Ken MbaabuTanzania is going through one of the most important phases in the history of any modern day democracy....

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Abortion In Rwanda

Abortion In Rwanda

18-06-2012

Rwanda: Conditioned Legalization of Abortion Divides Society Until 1977, abortion was generally illegal in Rwanda. The Criminal Code (Ordinance 43/Just.of 18...

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EALA seeks to transfer Hague Cases to Arusha

EALA seeks to transfer Hague Cases to Ar…

11-06-2012

The East Africa Legislative Assembly recently passed a resolution to have the Ministers of the EALA institute proceedings that would...

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Churches Burnt In Tanzania

Churches Burnt In Tanzania

30-05-2012

Muslim extremists have burnt two churches in Zanzibar over the weekend. This was in protest over the arrest of their...

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Struggle for Independence

Struggle for Independence

28-06-2011

As Southern Sudan expects to be declared independent soon and about to be Africa's 53rd state, it faces, among the...

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Abortion In Ethiopia

Abortion In Ethiopia

29-04-2011

Ethiopia like any other country is also struggling with issues concerning abortion. Abortion is illegal in Ethiopia except in cases...

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Abortion In Uganda

Abortion In Uganda

27-04-2011

Abortion is illegal in Uganda except to save the life of the woman. Nevertheless, many women obtain abortions, often under...

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Abortion In Tanzania

Abortion In Tanzania

27-04-2011

The issue of abortion is widespread all over the world. However the level of its effect is varied in different...

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Illegal Abortions on the Rise

Illegal Abortions on the Rise

08-08-2013

A recent survey has revealed that teenage pregnancies are on the rise. As a result, the Deputy President, William Ruto...

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From Katiba Mpya to Kenya Mpya

From Katiba Mpya to Kenya Mpya

25-06-2013

By Joy MdivoThe new Constitution has been developed in a spirit of "for Kenyans by Kenyans". Now that it is...

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Hands Up If You Are Fed Up With The 11th Parliament!

Hands Up If You Are Fed Up With The 11th…

25-06-2013

By Joy MdivoI said it before and I shall say it again, Kenyans passed a new constitution that did away...

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Adulterated Laws

Adulterated Laws

18-01-2013

With only 50 days to go before the general elections are conducted, the aspiring leaders are anxious to overthrow their...

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Your role in the Electoral Process

Your role in the Electoral Process

04-12-2012

The sovereign power belongs to us, the people. You and I are to exercise this sovereignty either directly or indirectly...

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Politics and Bad Marriages

Politics and Bad Marriages

27-11-2012

By Mwana Falsafa Politics and Bad Marriages: Why You Need To Vote Wisely. If you have lived long enough, you most likely...

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We Can Have A Bright Future

We Can Have A Bright Future

19-10-2012

By Mwana Falsafa A recent report by Forbes magazine revealed that the richest man who ever lived, was an ancient African...

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MPs antics a reminder to vote wisely.

MPs antics a reminder to vote wisely.

10-10-2012

The President has declined to sign in the controversial Finance 2012 bill. He termed it as unconstitutional and unaffordable. What...

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The urgent need to tame politicians with loose tongues

The urgent need to tame politicians with…

26-09-2012

As we are gearing to an election year, more caution should be taken by our politicians to ensure that peace...

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Forget the two thirds rule, lets split this 50-50!

Forget the two thirds rule, lets split t…

23-09-2012

By Joy Mdivo A while back I wrote a blog post on an issue that is proving to be thorny. In...

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The Gay Agenda in Africa

The Gay Agenda in Africa

06-08-2012

Just over one month ago, towards the end of June, the American Ambassador to Kenya, Ret General Scott Gration resigned...

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Can The African Court of Justice Deliver?

Can The African Court of Justice Deliver…

11-07-2012

By Melissa LukuluAmidst the shambles facing Africa, which include food crises, political unrest and wrangles, ethnic qualms, sinister economies with...

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More Terror Attacks and the Prevention of Terrorism Bill

More Terror Attacks and the Prevention o…

04-07-2012

By Melissa Lukulu Another Sunday has departed and what remains is apprehension coupled with citizens who are close to complacent to...

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The Current State of Security

The Current State of Security

25-06-2012

By Melissa Lukulu In the wake of the incursions that Kenya has been facing, security measures are being tightened throughout the...

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Farewell Professor Saitoti...

Farewell Professor Saitoti...

17-06-2012

By Melissa Lukulu On Sunday 10 June, 2012 at around 9:00 a.m. Kenya came to terms with the sad and shocking...

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