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Rev Edward Buri

Why faith and science must stand together to heal and advance life

By Rev Edward Buri   2026-01-11 10:00:00

A society that belittles medicine belittles life itself, and a faith that demonises science misunderstands the God who gives knowledge, wisdom, insight, and steady hands.

Ndindism shows calm, competent leadership can beat political drama

By Rev Edward Buri   2026-01-18 09:00:00

Truth be told, Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro embodies the skill and spirit of the leader Kenyans nationwide are thirsting for.

Christian leadership is not optional, the church cannot be alternative

By Rev Edward Buri   2026-02-08 00:00:00

Christian leadership, the author argues, must be central and formative rather than a marginal “alternative” that merely coexists with dominant cultural norms.

Beyond projects: Why leaders must choose love to build lasting legacy

By Rev Edward Buri   2026-02-15 08:10:00

Leaders must prioritise love and moral integrity over projects to build a lasting legacy and inspire true societal progress.

Ash consciousness: When leaders forget they are dust, nation bleeds

By Rev Edward Buri   2026-02-22 07:00:00

Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent with a solemn call to repentance and reflection, symbolised by the tracing of ash and the reminder of human mortality.

Political power shifts: Will morality and ethics keep pace with change?

By Rev Edward Buri   2026-03-01 07:00:00

As political power shifts, questions arise over whether morality and ethics can keep pace, especially when ousted party members are expected to vanish from the scene.

Nancy Gathungu: The lone prophet with the ledger holding State to account

By Rev Edward Buri   2026-03-15 08:10:00

Auditor General Nancy Gathungu delivers impactful reports through numbers and data, quietly shaking the nation without speeches or fanfare.

A nation where insults speak louder than policies ever could

By Rev Edward Buri   2026-03-22 09:00:00

When leaders at the highest level describe opponents using crude references—especially to body parts—and offer no apology, something fundamental shifts.

Why Gen Z shift from the streets to ballots signals real political change

By Rev Edward Buri   2026-04-26 06:30:00

Gen Z in Kenya is one such movement.

Let the murder of prophet Ndumia become the making of a movement

By Rev Edward Buri   2026-05-10 07:00:00

On the night of May 4, Reverend Julius Ngari Ndumia of Tabuga Parish in the Presbyterian Church of East Africa was murdered.

Our youth are not the problem, we are the curriculum they learn from

By Rev Edward Buri   2026-06-07 07:58:00

The family unit has been stretched to breaking point. When parents cannot feed, educate or clothe their children, authority shifts.