And now, after years of a relative lull from their fiery criticisms that shot them to prominence in the 1990s, the bishops have lately taken a firm stance against government excesses under President William Ruto’s regime. Kenyan media reports have noted the resurgence of Catholic bishops as a key voice in local politics after a […]
A shipwreck near Malindi, Kenya, is being studied by an international team of archaeologists who believe it could be the remains of the São Jorge, a galleon linked to Vasco da Gama’s final voyage. The vessel, discovered in 2013 on a coral reef 500 metres off the Kenyan coast, is thought to have sunk over […]
14-11-2024 07:00 In Kenya, online platforms called the manosphere have grown popular, especially through figures like Eric Amonga, or Amerix, who advises men on his weekly #MasculinitySaturday series. Amonga presents his views to over 2 million followers, criticizing men in femininity-centered relationships and stressing traditional gender roles. He promotes empowerment by encouraging men to act […]
Kenya has experienced a significant political change with the impeachment of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and the swift appointment of his successor. On Thursday, October 17, 2024, the Kenyan Senate voted to remove Gachagua from office on five of eleven charges. This marks the first time a deputy president has been impeached since the introduction […]