Author: Barack Oduor

Saba Saba: Protests loom on July 7 as lobby issues Ruto fresh demands Jul 01, 2025

The National Alternative Alliance, a consortium of political parties and civil societies, said they are planning to rally Kenyans to commemorate Saba...

Why Opposition’s parallel tribunal aimed at tackling State injustice is within legal bounds -expert Jul 01, 2025

A section of Kenya’s opposition leaders recently launched the People’s Restorative Justice Commission (PRJC) in response to what they describe as a gr...

How artificial intelligence deepfakes, disinformation could shape Kenya’s 2027 elections Jun 30, 2025

Deepfakes, cheap fakes, and fake news are increasingly being used as easily and cheaply produced tools of deception, leaving vulnerable citizens shock...

Choice of Gen Zs: Why top politicians are scrambling for the votes of Gen Zs Jun 28, 2025

With over 70 per cent of Kenya’s population under 35 years old, politicians are racing to win over young voters, who are expected to play a decisive r...

Political observers express caution over leaders’ blame games on violence ahead of 2027 polls Jun 28, 2025

Politicians allied to the broad-based government have called for the arrest of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua over alleged links to the chao...

Businesses reeling: Nairobi faces massive losses after June 25 memorial unrest Jun 27, 2025

Along Moi Avenue and Loita Street, massive flower vases that the city management had used to beautify the city were either broken or turned upside dow...

Kennedy Onyango’s shooting: A mother’s heartbreak and the wait for President William Ruto’s promise Jun 25, 2025

Jecinta Anyango said she had placed all her hopes on Onyango - to get an education, find a steady job, and one day provide for her, noting that she ha...

We are forgotten: Erickson Mutysia’s mother makes heartbreaking plea for justice Jun 25, 2025

Eric Mutysia's lifeless body became the defining image of the Gen Z revolution, symbolising several protesters who lost their lives during demonstrati...

Rex Masai's mother: I believe there is no justice for the poor in Kenya Jun 25, 2025

When Eastleigh Voice met her recently, Gillian shared a story marked by grief, fading hope, and quiet resilience. Her life has never been the same sin...

Scars of protest: Sunbeam traders still await justice following 2024 fire tragedy during anti-tax demos Jun 25, 2025

The Sunbeam Shopping Complex was razed during the anti-tax protests on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, along Mfangano Street in Nairobi’s Central Business Dis...

Africa scrambles to fill donor void as health and research leaders meet in Nairobi Jun 25, 2025

Discussions focused on how to make the most of limited resources to tackle health crises using evidence-based research, especially in countries also s...

Rights groups raise alarm over police brutality, delayed justice Jun 23, 2025

IJM Executive Director Vincent Chahale said it is important to draw the attention of Kenyans to the countless cases that remain unresolved, causing im...

Rights group expresses fear over June 2025 protests, claims State planning to deploy goons Jun 23, 2025

Kongamano La Mapinduzi National Spokesperson Oyoo Sungu said that their quest for justice in the country will not falter.

Bunge La Wananchi warns politicians against using goons during June 25 protests Jun 21, 2025

Bunge La Wananchi Chairman Robert Kiberenge told The Eastleigh Voice that they are aware that politicians had used youths to infiltrate this week's Tu...

Tears flow as Kamukunji MP Yusuf Hassan recalls life in exile, activism struggles with Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o Jun 20, 2025

Addressing a gathering at a memorial event organised by the University of Nairobi to celebrate Ngũgĩ’s life and work, Yusuf moved the audience with po...

Protests turns ugly as goons attack protesters Jun 17, 2025

Before police dispersed crowds of protesters who were marching in the streets of the city, especially University Way, a group of youths arrived to fig...

Maraga blames President Ruto for Albert Ojwang’s murder, demands Deputy IG Lagat’s resignation Jun 16, 2025

The former CJ, who is now one of Ruto's critics, has promised to join other Kenyans on June 25 in protests to push for Lagat's resignation.

IEBC seeks Sh57.4 billion for 2027 polls amidst budgetary concerns Jun 13, 2025

The commission plans to spend Sh57.4 billion in the 2027 General Election.

Parliament gets Sh48bn in Mbadi’s first budget, up from Sh44.6b Jun 12, 2025

The increased funding is expected to strengthen the legislative functions of Parliament and enhance its oversight role in national affairs.

New book urges Kenyans to embrace Gen Z in leadership, challenges outdated views Jun 10, 2025

Mburu's work explores the evolving dynamics between generations, particularly Millennials and Gen Z, and makes a compelling case for bridging the gap...

Why former Interior CS Fred Matiang'i resigned from World Bank post Jun 07, 2025

Matiang'i, a former powerful Cabinet Secretary under President Uhuru Kenyatta, is expected to return by June 21 to resume his 2027 presidential campai...

From protests to the office: How Gen Z is reshaping Kenya’s work culture and social norms Jun 05, 2025

At workplaces, they are defining the new work culture and ethics in a move that breaks away from the traditional past.

Rights groups demand justice after torture of activists Mwangi and Atuhaire in Tanzania Jun 03, 2025

The Police Reforms Working Group – Kenya, a coalition of national and grassroots organisations, is pushing to petition Kenyan and Ugandan parliamentar...

Governor Mbarire's outburst exposes deepening internal conflicts within UDA Jun 03, 2025

An angry Mbarire issued a stern warning to certain government officials plotting against her in alleged clandestine night meetings.

Kenya’s police brutality victims trapped in endless cycle of political promises and no justice Jun 02, 2025

Opposition leaders Kalonzo Musyoka, Eugene Wamalwa, and Rigathi Gachagua have urged President Ruto’s administration to compensate Kenyans affected by...

Nuria Bookstore celebrates literary icon Ngugi wa Thiong'o May 31, 2025

During this period, the bookstore that is located along Moi Avenue is inviting literary enthusiasts to sample and discuss Ngugi’s works in his honour.

Toi Market traders demand fresh public participation on perimeter wall, fire station plans May 29, 2025

They are asking for speedy engagement between the county government and the traders, who fear that a delay in modernising the project might see it pol...

Defiant Somaliland opens diplomatic mission in Nairobi despite Kenya’s official objection May 29, 2025

Somaliland’s mission in Nairobi serves as its representation office in Kenya, with its key roles including trade and investment, consular services, po...

Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o: A legacy of literary greatness and unfulfilled Nobel Prize dream May 29, 2025

The constant bated breath to see Ngugi win the Nobel Prize literally triggered anxiety. It even evoked sharp debate on the place of literary prizes an...

Kiambu doctors down tools as strike begins over pay, promotions and health insurance woes May 27, 2025

An attempt by the Kiambu County government to stop the strike through a court order on Tuesday morning failed, prompting the KMPDU to confirm that its...

Music, power and politics: Gachagua-Kindiki clash exposes battle for Mt Kenya’s cultural influence May 26, 2025

During the meeting with Kindiki, musicians praised the success of the Social Health Insurance Fund, but Gachagua condemned their actions as a betrayal...

Legal experts call for caution over Senate’s push for referendum May 23, 2025

The push to have the Senate get more powers has been part of a struggle between Senators and members of the National Assembly.

City residents seek Sakaja’s attention over shrinking parking spaces amid fears of land grabbing May 23, 2025

A spot check by the Eastleigh Voice in the CBD on Thursday morning revealed the ongoing struggle for parking. Many motorists were seen circling blocks...

Speculation mounts on activist Boniface Mwangi's detention in Tanzania amid asylum exchange fears May 21, 2025

Mwangi was arrested on Monday, May 19, 2025, in Dar es Salaam, alongside Ugandan activist Agather Atuhaire after they flew to Tanzania to attend a cou...

Activists threaten to storm Tanzania embassy in Nairobi over Boniface Mwangi's detention May 20, 2025

The human rights advocates, including Hussein Khalid of Vocal Africa, Njeri Mwangi — Boniface Mwangi’s wife — and protest musician Julius Owino, conde...

Pain for Gachagua as election violence against Ruto critics escalates May 16, 2025

Concerns are mounting over the rise in politically motivated violence, prompting election observers to question whether the 2027 polls will be free an...

Gachagua unveils Democracy for Citizens Party, names Cleophas Malala as interim deputy leader May 15, 2025

Gachagua has anchored his political messaging on “listening to the people,” claiming that many Kenyans no longer resonate with the United Democratic A...

Calls grow for MPs to operationalise victim protection fund to safeguard Kenyan children May 13, 2025

Currently, thousands of crime victims risk being left without essential support as the Victims Protection Board grapples with a critical funding short...

Hope for Kenyans without representatives as IEBC reconstitution takes shape May 12, 2025

Banisa, Magarini, Mbeere North, Ugunja, Malava, and Kasipul constituencies are yet to get replacements for their Members of Parliament (MPs), while Ba...

SUPKEM backs Ruto’s IEBC nominees, urges fast vetting amid political tensions May 12, 2025

Through its National Chairman Hassan Ole Naado and other top officials, SUPKEM said it supports and has confidence in the nominees.

DCI summons Mukuru activists over suspected links to BBC documentary "Blood Parliament" May 12, 2025

The organisation's coordinator, Anami Daudi, told The Eastleigh Voice that they had received summons from the detectives directing them to present the...

Outrage forces state to release 'Blood Parliament' filmmakers amid fears of more exposés May 03, 2025

Following the arrest of the four filmmakers, Kenyans online expressed their displeasure and frustration, with many believing their involvement in the...

Crackdown on illegal betting sites sparks renewed calls for total gambling ban in Kenya May 02, 2025

Renowned Muslim cleric, Sheikh Salim Charo, now wants the government to move further and completely ban gambling, terming it a vice that is not only s...

Kasipul MP Charles Were's family demands justice following his killing May 01, 2025

The family has called on the Directorate of Criminal Investigations to move swiftly in tracking down those responsible for the MP’s murder.

Growing fears of social media shutdown ahead of 2027 General Election Apr 29, 2025

Human rights organisations have expressed serious concerns about Kenya's shrinking digital civic space, citing an increase in surveillance, intimidati...

Political turncoats: Why Kenyan politicians only reveal the "truth" when out of power Apr 28, 2025

Political analyst Kazungu Katana says that politicians must not be believed even if what they are revealing is true, because they are doing it for the...

Ruto's government under scrutiny over rising number of task forces and their effectiveness Apr 26, 2025

A task force will typically require a secretariat to handle administrative tasks, which can include salaries for secretariat staff, office supplies an...

Why lobby groups, opposition have little or no faith in reconstitution of IEBC Apr 25, 2025

The IEBC Selection Panel has been accused of bias and political favouritism, claiming the panel has "deliberately shortlisted individuals with clear p...

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