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Pheroze's legacy lives on in the courage of the Butere girls
History judges harshly those who try to crush the freedom of expression in children. The scenes from Butere High School this week were appalling. The poet in Pheroze Nowrejee, who died recently, would have been incensed. I also suspect, he would also have been deeply proud of the girls’ principled stand.
4 days ago3 min read

Police reforms needed to earn Kenyan's confidence
A day before President Ruto launched new terms and conditions for the police, prisons and national youth service on Wednesday 18...
Sep 21, 20243 min read

Let's celebrate those writing for our freedom
Happy Madaraka day all. The day finds most significance in 2024 by asking the question how truly free are we all?
May 31, 20243 min read


We have Dr. Henry Chakava to thank for our freedoms today
Dr. Henry Miyinzi Chakava recently passed away after a life devoted to promoting the right to free expression.
Mar 16, 20243 min read


Let's demand integrity from all professionals to safeguard society
As Prof Shadrack Gutto transitions, we are reminded that ethical professionalism and legal excellence is a foundation for just society.
Nov 4, 20233 min read


Ode to National Poet Micere Githae Mugo
Professor Mĩcere Gĩthae Mũgo’s passing away on 30 June 2023 could not have been more different than her discreet departure from Kenya in...
Aug 11, 20233 min read


Prof K'Olale epitomised academic freedom and fight for a just society
Professor Muga K’Olale (68) rested yesterday. It may be difficult to imagine what life was like for university scholars four decades ago,...
Apr 21, 20233 min read


There is no reason why home schooling should be deterred
If dysfunctional parenting is eating our investment in public education for breakfast, perhaps we should look to home-parenting as well
Dec 7, 20193 min read
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