Biketi Kikechi

How Azimio protests pose threat to Ruto's rising status in Africa

By Biketi Kikechi   2023-07-02 18:36:42

Ruto is leading a crusade to build Africa for Africa, creating a narrative of how it could solve its own issues. But at home, he is facing resistance over some of his policies, like higher taxation.

Chinese Army invasion of Taiwan not a given, US general says

By Biketi Kikechi   2023-07-02 11:20:09

There is still time to dissuade Beijing not to use force to reunify Taiwan with mainland China, according to America’s most senior military official.

Will 1991 Saba Saba strategy gain traction in today's politics?

By Biketi Kikechi   2023-07-02 19:59:10

Raila said though he, Matiba and Rubia were arrested before 1991 rally, other Kenyans led protests. Kenya Kwanza argues political scenario in 1991 is completely different from today’s realities.

William Ruto's dilemma as he seeks to put out fires in courts, streets

By Biketi Kikechi   2023-07-09 19:42:53

President faces an increasing number of court cases challenging his government’s decisions amidst the heat of demos called by Opposition to protest at high cost of living

Move to collect signatures is political, it has no legal impact

By Biketi Kikechi   2023-07-16 13:02:27

The Impeachment process under article 145 can only be applied in a case of gross misconduct, crime under international law or gross violation of the Constitution by the president.

Ruto-Raila conflicted ties seen as main hindrance in push for talks

By Biketi Kikechi   2023-07-23 13:09:48

There is concern that the ongoing confrontation and violence could divide the country. Both sides have held to their hardline positions despite calls for genuine talks.

Ruto's dilemma as dalliance with Russia, Iran unsettles the West

By Biketi Kikechi   2023-07-24 19:05:03

Ruto’s meetings with leaders from Russia and Iran has been criticised by the opposition over what they claim is his dalliance with pariah States that have appalling human rights record.

Ruto the hard ball player; radical stand is part of his political DNA

By Biketi Kikechi   2023-07-30 20:03:07

Is there a possibility of Azimio la Umoja One Kenya leader Raila Odinga and President William Ruto resolving the current political stand-off without a mediator?

Did Ruto corner Raila in Mombasa?

By Biketi Kikechi   2023-08-06 19:36:51

Conflicting statements released by Azimio and Kenya Kwanza over the agreed agenda and how the talks will proceed under the conciliation of Obasanjo has only caused more confusion.

Unending court battles rage over land previously owned by EATEC

By Biketi Kikechi   2023-08-08 10:12:42

A judge recently recused himself from a case after receiving threatening text messages. Two squatter groups raise damaging claims against each other in fight for 25,000 acres.

Why Ruto's African court stamp is raising heat among rights groups

By Biketi Kikechi   2023-08-20 16:40:26

Questions have been raised as to who the senior officers referred are. All is left to the discretion of those in power to determine who they are and in effect who faces the law or not.

Harambees make a return as Kenya Kwanza leaders break Kibaki law

By Biketi Kikechi   2023-08-21 13:15:12

The Public Officer Ethics Act enacted in 2003 prohibits public officials from presiding over harambees. Last month, Gachagua presided over a harambee where over Sh13m was raised in Kericho

20-years on, Western yet to get one to fit into Wamalwa's big shoes

By Biketi Kikechi   2023-08-27 20:28:01

Prof Masibo Lumala argues Wamalwa was a notch higher than the current leaders. Currently, Mudavadi’s (ANC) and Weang’ula’s Ford-K do not have enough clout as they have few MPs.

Ruto in campaign mode as economy strains hustlers

By Biketi Kikechi   2023-08-27 22:24:55

Analysts say it is imprudent for him to traverse the country issuing title deeds and launching all manner of projects with politics dominating instead of development agenda.

Why sugar reforms must include deliberate efforts to crush barons, cartels

By Biketi Kikechi   2023-09-11 00:00:33

The continued decline of sugar production in the region has been blamed on the collapse of government-run milling companies like Mumias, Nzoia, Sony and Chemilil.

Going East: What China diplomatic forays mean for us

By Biketi Kikechi   2023-09-10 08:20:48

Chinese delegation led by Foreign Affairs vice minister Deng Li held a meeting with Murkomen in Nairobi where several new and pending projects were discussed.

Ruto's star shines brighter after climate summit

By Biketi Kikechi   2023-09-10 17:12:36

President Ruto set the tone of the summit with a speech that sought to unite all leaders in finding solutions for the pollution menace that is creating havoc and disasters across the globe.

Ruto's scorecard as compared to Kibaki, Uhuru a year into the job

By Biketi Kikechi   2023-09-13 20:00:52

Ruto’s first year in office has faced many challenges compared to his predecessors Mwai Kibaki and Uhuru Kenyatta, largely because of different leadership styles and structural differences.

Ruto defies Raila counterstrikes, sustains charm offensive in ODM

By Biketi Kikechi   2023-09-18 00:18:02

Stung by the President’s assault on his party and the defiance exhibited by some of his MPs who without regret are collaborating with President Ruto, Raila has decided to act.

Why having more counties will be 'regressive, misguided and foolish'

By Biketi Kikechi   2023-09-24 20:07:51

The contentious issue of increasing the number of counties, potentially raising the current count from 47 to approximately 58, has once again taken centre stage in the ongoing reform debates.