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The Rise of ‘Cousin Politics’ in Kenya: A New Face of Tribal Alliances within Kamba-GEMA Relations Opinion

The Rise of ‘Cousin Politics’ in Kenya: A New Face of Tribal Alliances within Kamba-GEMA Relations

Since gaining independence in 1963, Kenya’s political landscape has been deeply influenced by tribal affiliations. Ethnic identities have often shaped…
The Rise of ‘Cousin Politics’ in Kenya: A New Face of Tribal Alliances within Kamba-GEMA Relations Opinion

The Rise of ‘Cousin Politics’ in Kenya: A New Face of Tribal Alliances within Kamba-GEMA Relations

by Joan Shivachi Since gaining independence in 1963, Kenya’s political landscape has been deeply influenced by tribal affiliations. Ethnic identities…
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The Ongoing Struggle: Gender Issues Affecting Women

by Samson Ekiru , Women around the world face numerous challenges due to their gender, affecting their daily lives, opportunities,…
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The Allure of populism: Unpacking Kenya’s Five-Year Circle

by Ayub Otieno Abuyo The electoral landscape in Kenya is one that is characterized by a strange phenomenon: After every…
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The Power of Women’s Voices in a Shifting World

by Festus kipkoech Introduction Across the globe, women are raising their voices—in protests, boardrooms, courts, classrooms, and digital spaces. They…
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Moving in With Your Boyfriend Feels Like Love, Until You Realize You’re Slowly Losing Yourself

By Susan Wambui Muigai When I moved in with my boyfriend, I was genuinely happy. I thought I had finally…
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CHILDREN BORN OUT OF WEDLOCK IN ISLAM

by Sumaiya Said There have been numerous discussions about Islamic law and how it allegedly undermines or neglects the ‘girl…
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The Cost Of Opening Up: A Husband’s Dilemma

by Stanley mbithi mwendwa In an ideal world, marriage is the one place where I should feel safe, understood, and…
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We Were Just Kids Who Thought Forever Was a Real Thing

By Grace Kabui   Okay, so here’s the thing about first love: it’s wild. Not in the cool, edgy, Instagrammable…
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The Role of Social Media in Shaping Kenyan Politics

by Alex Amukune In the last ten years, social media has swiftly emerged as a major influence in Kenya’s communication…