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Raila Odinga’s Path to African Union Commission Chairmanship: Overcoming the SADC Challenge

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The bid for the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairmanship has inevitably become a defining moment in the political career of Raila Odinga. As a statesman of formidable pedigree, his candidacy represents a pivotal shift in the dynamics of African leadership, heralding a new era of visionary governance. Yet, the challenge presented by the Southern African Development Community (SADC) endorsement of Madagascar’s Richard J. Randriamandrato must be examined with intellectual rigor. While this directive may be perceived as a considerable obstacle, a deeper analysis reveals that Odinga’s path to victory remains…

The Future of Nyanza’s Creative Economy: Obat Masira’s Vision at the Nyanza International Investment Conference

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At the Nyanza International Investment Conference 2025, Akech Obat Masira, CEO and Manager of the Mama Grace Onyango Cultural and Social Centre, delivered an impassioned and thought-provoking presentation on the performing arts and the creative economy in Nyanza. His speech highlighted the region’s rich artistic history, the challenges that have led to its decline, and the urgent need to revive, fund, and institutionalize the arts as a pillar of economic transformation. Masira opened his presentation by reflecting on the vibrant cultural history of Nyanza and the role Kisumu once played…

Nyanza International Investment Conference 2025 Charts Path for Regional Economic Transformation”

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The inaugural Nyanza International Investment Conference (NIIC), held from February 6–8, 2025, in Kisumu, emerged as a watershed moment for Kenya’s western region, casting a spotlight on Nyanza’s untapped potential while confronting its complex challenges head-on. Against the backdrop of Lake Victoria’s shimmering waters, over 700 delegates—including Deputy President Kindiki, six county governors, global investors, and development experts—converged under the bold theme “Nyanza Rising: Towards Economic Transformation for Socio-Economic Growth and Development.” The three-day forum blended urgent pragmatism with visionary ambition, mapping a path to transform a region long haunted…

The Capitalist Winds of Change: Starlink’s Disruptive Entry into Kenya’s Internet Market

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The entry of Starlink into Kenya’s internet market is nothing short of a seismic event, shaking the foundations of the status quo and rattling the nerves of entrenched players like Safaricom. As the ink dries on the Communications Authority of Kenya’s (CA) decision to grant Starlink a license to operate independently, the shockwaves are reverberating through Kenya’s telecommunications landscape. Starlink’s presence heralds not just a new era of technological advancement but also a quintessentially capitalist confrontation, where market forces and innovation collide with the entrenched monopolies and bureaucratic inertia. Safaricom,…

Nyanza’s Sugarcane Farmers Defy Repayment: A Battle Over Sh3.7 Billion Loans

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The Kenyan government is grappling with a potential financial setback as sugarcane farmers, particularly in the Nyanza region, refuse to repay loans amounting to Sh3.7 billion. These loans, issued by the Commodities Fund, were intended to support agricultural improvement and operations. However, local political promises of loan forgiveness have fueled the farmers’ defiance. The Kisumu Sugar Belt Cooperative Union and the Muhoroni Multipurpose Cooperative Union, alongside Muhoroni Sugar Company, are major debtors. This defiance underscores the broader frustrations of sugarcane farmers who have long felt exploited, especially in Nyanza. These…

Spectacular Sh5 Billion Anderson Estate Project Set to Transform Kisumu’s Housing Landscape

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Kisumu city is on the brink of a transformative housing revolution with the launch of the Sh5 billion Anderson Estate. Spearheaded by the Local Authorities Pensions Trust (LAPTRUST) and the County Provident Fund (CPF), this ambitious project aims to deliver over 1,200 affordable housing units, addressing the critical shortage of homes in this vibrant lakeside city. At the heart of this visionary endeavor is the esteemed architect Peter Wasilwa, whose designs promise a blend of modernity and elegance. The housing blocks, soaring up to the 16th floor, will feature a…

Former ICT Principal Secretary Defends Move to Kisumu County Role Amidst Intense Scrutiny by MCAs

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Former Information Communication Technology (ICT) and Innovation Principal Secretary (PS) Jerome Ochieng found himself under scrutiny as he defended his decision to accept a nomination for a county-level position, a move seen by some as a step down from his previous high-profile national role. During the vetting session, Market Milimani Ward MCA Seth Kanga voiced a common concern, questioning why Ochieng, who once oversaw national projects worth billions of shillings as the Accounting Officer for the State Department of ICT and Innovation, would opt for the position of County Executive…

Lake Victoria Authority’s Mega-Mall Dream Turns Into a Ksh 4.5 Billion Financial Nightmare

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In a striking revelation to the National Assembly Departmental Committee on Regional Development, Lake Victoria Development Authority’s (LBDA) Managing Director, CPA Wycliffe Ochiaga, unveiled the daunting fiscal challenge the authority faces. The LBDA is grappling with a staggering Sh. 2.5 billion loan taken from Cooperative Bank to construct the monumental Lake Basin Mall in Kisumu City—a financial burden that has ballooned to a hefty Sh. 4.5 billion due to accruing interest and penalties. Initiated on August 7, 2013, the construction of the mall, a landmark project and one of the…

Catastrophic Floods Unleash Havoc in Kisumu County: Urgent Calls for Government Action as Hundreds are Displaced

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Kisumu County in western Kenya is grappling with severe flooding, prompting urgent calls for governmental intervention. Residents, particularly from the hardest-hit areas, are appealing to both the national and county governments to take immediate action to alleviate the crisis by clearing clogged drainage systems and redirecting river flows back to their natural courses. The crisis has been precipitated by the overflowing of River Nyando, which has led to extensive damage across several villages. Maurice Akoko, a clan elder from Kochogo village, highlighted the severity of the situation, noting that multiple…

Kenya’s Election Rigging Mastermind Chebukati Serously Sick: Terminal Fate or Devine Retribution?

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Wafula Chebukati, the disgraced Chairman of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), finds himself ensnared in the grip of illness, teetering on the precipice of mortality. Whispers in the corridors of power suggest a dire state of health, as he languishes within the confines of Nairobi Hospital, later to be whisked away to the esteemed halls of Aga Khan Hospital for specialized care. Reports even dare to speculate that he’s been clandestinely transported to the distant shores of Germany, seeking solace in the arms of expert healers. This is…