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Kenya can emulate China

How can Kenya emulate Chinese leadership in tech world and transformative governance?

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Spread the loveTo position Kenya as a leader in technology and transformative governance comparable to China’s achievements, it is crucial to draw strategic insights from China’s approach and adapt these strategies to Kenya’s unique socio-economic and democratic context. This tailored roadmap emphasises technological innovation, governance reform, and sustainable development to enhance national competitiveness: 1. Establishing…

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USA was once known for innovation and creativity. Actually the leading in the world, what happened to this aspect? they look ordinary these days

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Spread the loveThe perception that the United States has lost its edge in innovation and creativity is a blend of reality and misconception. While the narrative suggests decline, the U.S. continues to lead in numerous key indicators, such as research and development (R&D) investment, patent filings, and groundbreaking technological achievements. In 2023, the U.S. accounted…

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An Abagusii Tale from the 17th Century

An Abagusii Tale from the 17th Century

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Spread the loveThe Journey of Mogusii’s Heirs: An Abagusii Tale from the 17th Century In the early years of the 17th century, the Abagusii were a people on the move, their roots stretching back to a mythical place called Misiri, a land of hardship north of Mount Elgon. Oral traditions whispered that their ancestor, Mogusii,…

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Fred Matiang’i

Fred Matiang’i: What are his Chances of Leading Kenya in 2027?

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Spread the loveAnalysing Fred Matiang’i’s Chances of Becoming Kenya’s President in 2027 As Kenya gears up for the 2027 General Election, one name has emerged as a formidable contender: Dr. Fred Matiang’i, the former Interior Cabinet Secretary. Known for his assertive governance style and significant reforms during his tenure under President Uhuru Kenyatta, Matiang’i has…

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The Abagusii in the Early 20th Century: Navigating Colonialism, Agriculture, and Resistance (1900–1920)

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Spread the loveThe Abagusii in the Early 20th Century: Navigating Colonialism, Agriculture, and Resistance (1900–1920) Nestled in the fertile highlands of western Kenya, the Abagusii people—also known as the Gusii or Kisii—experienced profound changes between 1900 and 1920. This period marked the dawn of British colonial rule in Gusiiland, bringing new crops, administrative control, and…

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Mumboism

The Mumboism movement

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Spread the loveThe Mumboism movement was a significant anti-colonial, millennialist religious movement that emerged in the early 20th century among the Luo and Kisii (Abagusii) communities in Kenya’s Nyanza region, particularly around South Nyanza (modern-day Homa Bay, Migori, and Kisii counties). It arose as a response to the oppressive conditions imposed by British colonial rule,…

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The Story of Penicillin

The Accidental Discovery That Changed the World: The Story of Penicillin

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Spread the loveImagine a world where a simple infection could mean a death sentence. A world where a scraped knee, a sore throat, or a minor surgery carried the risk of untreatable bacterial infections. That was the reality in the early 20th century—until a messy laboratory and a stroke of serendipity gave us one of…

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he Blood of Parliament

The Blood Parliament: A Generation’s Fight on June 25, 2024

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Spread the loveNairobi’s streets were alive on June 25, 2024. The air thrummed with chants, the beat of protest anthems, and the defiant spirit of Kenya’s youth. Thousands of Gen Z Kenyans, joined by parents, workers, and students, flooded the Central Business District, their faces painted with the colours of the Kenyan flag—red, green, and…

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