Spread the loveAll these courtesy of France Burkina Faso, a nation at the heart of the Sahel, has once again made headlines this week with a series of dramatic events that underscore its volatile political, security, and economic landscape. From a foiled coup attempt to a deadly terrorist attack and a landmark nuclear deal with…
Spread the love Raila-Orengo Fallout and 2027 Kenyan Elections The reported tensions between Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Raila Odinga and Siaya Governor James Orengo over the formation of a broad-based government with President William Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA) reflect deeper ideological and strategic divisions within ODM. These divisions could significantly influence the Kenyan…
Spread the loveKey Points Economic Impacts Imperialism devastated Africa’s economies by extracting resources like gold, diamonds, and rubber, often through forced labor. This created dependency on exporting raw materials, hindering industrialization and leaving many countries economically vulnerable today. Social and Cultural Effects Colonialism disrupted African societies by imposing European languages, religions, and education, eroding indigenous…
Spread the loveImagine a world where the United States, the economic and military powerhouse of the West, goes bankrupt. It’s a scenario that seems unthinkable—yet not impossible. With U.S. public debt exceeding $33 trillion and global financial systems deeply intertwined, a default or severe financial restructuring in the U.S. would send shockwaves across the globe….
Spread the love The Art of Deception: Comparing Pathological Lying in Leadership – Ruto, Trump, and Historical Lessons Introduction Leadership demands trust, but what happens when leaders habitually distort the truth? In recent years, Kenya’s President William Ruto and former U.S. President Donald Trump have faced accusations of pathological lying, with critics arguing their falsehoods…
Spread the loveRuto Claps Back: “You’re New to Politics!” – President Schools Salasya on SHA and Housing Tax Mumias, Kakamega County – January 21, 2025 – In a fiery exchange that captured the attention of the nation, President William Ruto gave Mumias East MP Peter Salasya a lesson in political longevity and policy understanding at…
Spread the loveOrigins and Ideology (Late 1980s – Early 1990s) Mungiki emerged in the late 1980s within the urban slums of Nairobi, particularly in areas like Mathare and Kibera. Initially conceived as a cultural and religious movement, Mungiki aimed to revive Kikuyu traditions and resist Western cultural influences. It sought social justice, addressing pressing issues…
Spread the loveMaina Njenga is a prominent Kenyan political figure known for his controversial past as the leader of the outlawed Mungiki sect. Here is a detailed biography based on available sources: Early Life: Rise with Mungiki: Legal and Personal Challenges: Political Career and Reinvention: Wealth and Influence: Current Role: Maina Njenga’s life story is…
Spread the loveNyeri, Kenya – A prayer meeting organized by Pastor Dorcas Rigathi, wife of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, was abruptly disrupted Saturday afternoon in Nyeri County when a group led by former Mungiki leader Maina Njenga stormed the event at Kamukunji Grounds. The gathering, intended as a peaceful interdenominational prayer session, turned chaotic…
Spread the loveKagame Labels Some Leaders as “Idiots,” Sparks Debate on Leadership in Africa Kigali, Rwanda – In a bold statement during a diplomatic luncheon on January 16, 2025, Rwandan President Paul Kagame declared, “I know leaders when I see them. I also know idiots when I see them. You can imagine the combination of…
