The recent arrest of Venezuela’s President Donald Trump ordered by U.S. authorities has reignited an uncomfortable global question: does international law still exist, or does it only apply to the weak? In this episode of Fanya Mambo Africa, Sarah Mwangi speaks with Dr. Njoki — a scholar of Politics and International Relations — to unpack…

📍 Watch full video here: https://youtu.be/lmhnGN4YU84 “What we are witnessing is the death of international law — replaced by gunboat diplomacy.” — Prof. PLO Lumumba In a bold and unfiltered breakdown, Prof. PLO Lumumba dissects the dramatic January 3rd, 2026 seizure of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by U.S. forces under the directive of President Donald…

In this powerful episode of Fanya Mambo Africa with Sarah Mwangi, political commentator and activist Fanya Mambo paints a disturbing picture of Kenya’s electoral future, following his first-hand experience during the recent Mbeere North by-election. Fanya recounts how he witnessed ballot stuffing, voter intimidation, and police brutality at the polling stations in what he calls…

In this explosive episode of PLO Lumumba Explains, Prof. PLO Lumumba unpacks the growing corruption scandal surrounding Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky — a scandal that may mark the end of his political career. With over $100 million allegedly embezzled from Ukraine’s energy sector by those close to Zelensky, Lumumba questions not only the president’s leadership…

In the latest Fanya Mambo episode hosted by Sarah Mwangi, prominent constitutional lawyer Ndegwa Njiru delivers a sharp critique of Kenya’s governance crisis, arguing that the country is teetering on the edge due to the dangerous politicization of public service. Njiru makes a compelling case that true development and effective leadership are impossible unless Kenya…

Is Kenya heading toward a revolution? Political commentator and lecturer Herman Manyora thinks so—and he’s not alone. In a bold and unapologetic episode of Fanya Mambo Africa, Manyora lays bare the structural decay, leadership incompetence, and betrayal of the youth that are pushing Kenya—and many African countries—toward collapse. 🇰🇪 Kenya’s Leadership Crisis Manyora argues that…

In this urgent and timely episode of PLO Lumumba Explains, Prof. PLO Lumumba addresses the unfolding political crisis in Tanzania following the controversial October 29, 2025 elections. Lumumba challenges President Samia Suluhu Hassan to initiate national dialogue, reexamine the constitution, and engage the opposition before the country’s political stability unravels any further. 🗳️ A Tarnished…

“There’s no formula for mourning Baba.”These are the words of political strategist Willis Otieno as he reflects on the life and legacy of Raila Amollo Odinga, the man many call Kenya’s Moses. In this special tribute episode of Fanya Mambo with Sarah Mwangi, Otieno delivers a personal and historical remembrance of Raila Odinga — not…

Early Life and Roots Raila Amolo Odinga was born on January 7, 1945, in Maseno, Kisumu County, in what was then British Kenya. He was born into a storied political family: his father, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga, was Kenya’s first Vice President and a key figure in the struggle for independence. His mother was Mary Ajuma…