Irene Githinji

Why DP Gachagua is a man on war path

By Irene Githinji   2024-06-19 00:08:23

Gachagua insists that he will not relent in his quest despite harsh criticism from Cabinet level to legislators, who are not happy with his sudden change of political game plan.

Raila and Gachagua meet face-to-face in Ramaphosa event

By Irene Githinji   2024-06-20 12:10:56

The DP delivered a message on behalf of President Ruto following Cyril Ramaphosa’s re-election victory.

How keyboard whiners turned into courageous street warriors

By Irene Githinji   2024-06-21 21:02:46

There was no stone-throwing; just hundreds of youths armed only with technology. Generation Z has dismissed claims that they have no idea what is in the Finance Bill.

Church urges State to listen to youth, reconsider Finance Bill

By Irene Githinji   2024-06-23 21:40:53

The church has urged the Government to listen to the young people’s concerns, saying they are critical stakeholders and constitute the majority in the country.

Uproar over spike in cases of abductions by State agents

By Irene Githinji   2024-06-26 18:49:10

LSK president says about 50 young Kenyans had so far been abducted.

Church slams police brutality, urges govt to heed Gen Z grievances

By Irene Githinji   2024-07-01 20:50:25

The Church has condemned police brutality and called on President William Ruto and his government to listen to the people’s concerns.

Gen Z to "occupy everywhere" as they dismiss Ruto's televised interview

By Irene Githinji   2024-07-02 20:06:20

There is no let-up for disgruntled youthful protestors, who have insisted on their push for a better economy and governance in the country until their voices are heard.

Clerics wake up from slumber to protect the pulpit

By Irene Githinji   2024-07-03 20:06:55

NCCK has since called on all its members to develop youth-led, youth-owned and youth-focused programmes of action.

Construction of JSS classrooms starts

By Irene Githinji   2024-07-05 08:56:25

Education PS Belio Kipsang says state plans to build 16,000 classrooms for Grade 9 pupils by January. 

Crisis looms over budget cuts on exam and invigilation fees

By Irene Githinji   2024-07-08 19:55:46

A circular by Treasury CS Njuguna Ndung’u says 24 government areas will have 100 per cent of their budgets defunded. Examination and invigilation fees is one of them.

Gen Z fuels urgent call for Ruto to sign law, reconstitute IEBC

By Irene Githinji   2024-07-09 14:55:00

The push for a properly constituted electoral body is gaining momentum after Gen Zs joined the course to pile pressure and ensure this is urgently done.

Varsity students can use birth certificates for loans, scholarship application

By Irene Githinji   2024-07-10 14:49:58

Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) Chief Executive Charles Ringera said that birth certificates are being used in situations where there is a delay in issuance of national identity cards (ID).

Another victory for Gen Z as Ruto bows to pressure, dissolves Cabinet

By Irene Githinji   2024-07-12 13:05:26

Only DP Gachagua, Prime CS Mudavadi and Secretary to the Cabinet Mercy Wanjau survived the axe as protesters warned they would resume demos if the president ignores their demands.

We are ready for dialogue to save the nation, ODM says

By Irene Githinji   2024-07-14 00:21:16

Edwin Sifuna said there is no table that the party will not sit at, if the destiny of the country is the main agenda.

Security forces kill four Al Shabaab militants, recover weapons

By Irene Githinji   2024-07-14 18:20:42

Four Al Shabaab militants have been killed by Kenyan security forces and a cache of weapons seized near the Somalia border.

Uncertainty clouds planned dialogue as Gen Zs remain put

By Irene Githinji   2024-07-15 19:27:18

President Ruto announced a six-day multi-sectoral dialogue forum beginning today. Gen Zs, however, indicate that their movement will not be hijacked by any politician or organisation.

Cemetery of task force reports: Why we don't need more

By Irene Githinji   2024-07-16 19:14:26

Numerous reports continue to gather dust as Kenyans remain in the dark about them. Experts say task forces are excuses for government to avoid being held accountable.

Busy schedule for President as demos resume countrywide

By Irene Githinji   2024-07-18 07:27:25

President Ruto puts on a brave face at State House, Nairobi meeting dignitaries. On the streets, the Gen Z protested against lack of accountability in government.

Cornered Raila now woos Gen Z, sets demands for dialogue

By Irene Githinji   2024-07-22 20:57:39

Opposition leader Raila Odinga has now dished out a list of conditions without which he will not take part in President William Ruto's proposed talks.

Gen Z Tuesday scare: We're on the streets, no backing down

By Irene Githinji   2024-07-23 20:56:59

They have rejected Cabinet nominees and made it part of the agenda for today’s protests taking issue with reports of plans to lease JKIA to an Indian firm.