The Kenyan Economic Myth
Over the last decade, a good number of Kenyans have been made to believe that the Kenyan economy has improved. Infrastructural growth which basically refers to the expansion of the road network has been misconstrued by many to be equivalent to economic growth. The truth is different and painful. In economic terms, the rate of […]
The Shameful State of Religion in Kenya
Everyone is religious. A common misconception is that religiosity has to do with going to church. This is not true. Even atheists are religious. The subtle beliefs we have that constitute our worldviews are part of our religion. Therefore, dismissing the existence of a Supreme Being is a religion of its own. What is the […]
A government of Half the People
Legendary US President and my personal hero Abraham Lincoln once said that a government of the people, by the people, and for the people shall not perish from the face of the earth. This was during theGettysburg Address when two forces, evil represented by malice, prejudice, and enslavement and good, represented by valor, candor, chivalry, […]
Tools for Managers and Leaders
The major reason why most African countries are unable to make any realistic progress in any direction be it economic or political is the total lack of leadership skills. This malady has also ravaged private company boardrooms filling them with mediocre individuals who have zero comprehension of leadership and management skills. Centre for African Progress […]
Energy in Kenya’s Economy By Professor Ali Matano
Kenya has never been so well-positioned to offer its citizens the best energy deals ever. The discovery of oil in two locations and the presence of huge amounts of natural gas hold great promise for the country. But like other oil-rich failed states in Africa, Kenya has a history of shameless theft of national resources […]
Botswana: A shining Example of what Respect for Institutions can do for the Common Good
After being ravaged by HIV/AIDS in the 1990s, Botswana has risen from the ashes to give a new meaning to the phrase “economic revival.” Common sense choices and a spirit of self-discipline have helped reduce the number of people dying to the virus and a robust democratic political and governance landscape has catapulted the country […]
The folly of Laptops for Class one Kids-Thank the Court for trashing it
Africa continues to lag behind due to bad policies. Kenya, unfortunately, leads the rest of failed Sub-Saharan Africa’s failed economic stories in crafting and implementing wrongheaded economic policies. To give you examples, look at laptop nonsense that the Jubilee government trumpeted during their amateurish yet successful general election campaign. While it is commendable to stretch […]
The Passing of an Icon- Professor Ali Mazrui: February 24, 1933-October 13, 2014
Professor Ali Mazrui leaves behind a long trail of genuine scholarship, something that is rare in our current education climate. Professor Ali Al’amin Mazrui was a man of contradictions. But before delving into that, let us recognize his stellar scholastic career that began in rural Mombasa schools, sped through England’s Manchester University, veered into New […]
Sex and the Belly
Sex and the Belly: How the pot Belly stands in the way of good Sex We all crave and deserve happiness. Throughout the history of humankind, sexual satisfaction has been one of the most sought after among all the human needs and wants. Besides the fleeting yet mystic bodily pleasure that accompanies a good orgasm, […]
Why Kenyan Art remains Stagnant
Albeit not many people might agree with me, Kenyan art remains frozen and in some cases it is on a retreat in terms of quality. The word art in this case is used with special regard to music in all its genres. Be it gospel, rap, or dancehall, Kenyan music leaves a lot to be […]