By Adolf Bruno The ambitious target of planting 15 billion trees by 2030 has been met with skepticism by some, who view it as unachievable and unrealistic. However, let’s break it down: 2.5 billion trees annually in a country of over 50 million people translates to just 30 trees per person
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Gachagua’s mission to “Rescue the Payslip” amidst new tax policies
Rigathi Gachagua breaks his silence on Livestock vaccination program Nyeri County – Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has launched a vigorous critique of President William Ruto’s administration, focusing on the government's recent tax policies that he claims impose a heavy burden on ordinary Kenyans. In a video broadcast from his Wamunyoro residence,
President Ruto mourns victims of Washington, D.C. air crash
President William Ruto has expressed his condolences following a devastating mid-air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in the United States. The incident involved a passenger jet carrying 64 people and a military Black Hawk helicopter. In a heartfelt message posted on X, President Ruto extended his sympathies to the
Protesters in Kinshasa burn Kagame’s portraits as M23 seize Goma
Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), has been engulfed in anger as protesters burned portraits of Rwandan President Paul Kagame and tore down Rwandan flags. The outrage comes as M23 rebels, allegedly backed by Rwanda, have taken control of most of Goma, a strategic city in
Tshisekedi to skip EAC peace summit amid rising tensions with Rwanda
In a significant development amidst escalating tensions, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) President Felix Tshisekedi will not attend a virtual summit of the East African Community (EAC) leaders scheduled for Wednesday. This decision comes as Rwanda-backed fighters have reportedly entered the Congolese city of Goma, raising alarm over the ongoing
Gachagua forms alliances to challenge Ruto ahead of 2027 elections
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has announced his commitment to unite with all Kenyans in a concerted effort to contest President William Ruto’s administration and diminish his chances for re-election in the upcoming 2027 general elections. Since his impeachment last October, Gachagua has been vocal in his criticisms of Ruto’s government.
Ruto applauds Trump executive order on Gender recognition
During a Sunday service at the Global Cathedral in Nairobi, President William Ruto expressed his support for a new Executive Order signed by U.S. President Donald Trump, which recognizes only two genders: male and female. Ruto emphasized that this decision aligns with Kenyan cultural values and religious beliefs. "We thank God
“I will Not criticize myself! I am the government” Opiyo Wandayi
In a recent address, Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi made it clear that he will not be forced to criticize the Kenya Kwanza government that he is working for. While speaking in Ugunja constituency over the weekend, Wandayi highlighted the crucial role of constructive criticism within the government, emphasizing on the
“Gachagua was clueless” says President William Ruto
On the final day of his developmental tour in Western Kenya, President William Ruto visited Bungoma and Busia counties, where his fraught relationship with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua took center stage. During his visit, Ruto reiterated his reasons for parting ways with Gachagua, emphasizing his commitment to improving the lives
CS Justin Muturi absent from Cabinet meeting amid Security concerns
Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi was notably absent from Tuesday's Cabinet meeting at the Kakamega State Lodge, where President William Ruto convened with the remaining 22 Cabinet Secretaries. Photographs from the meeting revealed Muturi's absence, which is reportedly linked to his ongoing standoff with the State regarding a series