Politic
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Why President Ruto Keeps Flying Abroad: Waste of Public Money or Smart Diplomacy?
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Meta Description: Gordon Odhiambo explains why President William Ruto has made more than 90 foreign trips since taking office, examining diplomacy, bilateral relations, investment, trade and Kenya’s foreign policy. Suggested URL Slug:why-president-ruto-keeps-flying-abroad-diplomacy-foreign-trips Focus Keywords:William Ruto foreign trips, Kenya diplomacy, Kenya foreign policy, bilateral agreements, presidential travel, Gordon Odhiambo, international relations Kenya Why President William Ruto…
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Irungu Nyakera Warns of Economic Trouble Ahead: Goons, Corruption, Debt and Kenya’s 2027 Choice
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Nyakera Says Kenya’s Biggest Threat Is Not Politics, But Economic Mismanagement Politician and public policy commentator Irungu Nyakera has issued a stark warning about Kenya’s political and economic direction, arguing that excessive borrowing, corruption, poor governance and political intimidation are pushing the country toward deeper economic hardship. Speaking on Mambo Africa, Nyakera criticized the government’s…
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“The West Are Parasites Stealing From Africa” – Maponga Marara Blasts Colonial Systems, Macron & African Leadership
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Zimbabwean Pan-Africanist and cultural philosopher Maponga Marara has delivered one of his strongest critiques yet of Western influence in Africa, accusing former colonial powers of continuing to exploit the continent through political influence, economic dependency and mental colonization. Speaking during a powerful conversation on Fanya Mambo Africa with Sarah Mwangi, Maponga argued that Africa cannot…
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Why Fuel Is Expensive in Kenya: Ikua Mbote Breaks Down G-to-G Oil Politics, Taxes and Africa’s Energy Future
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Why Kenyans Continue to Feel Pain at the Pump Fuel prices remain one of the biggest economic and political issues in Kenya. Every increase in fuel prices immediately affects transport costs, food prices, electricity, business operations and the overall cost of living. For millions of ordinary Kenyans, expensive fuel is not just an energy problem…
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Macron’s New Scramble for Africa: PLO Lumumba on France, Kenya and the Return of Françafrique
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In this powerful episode of PLO Lumumba Explain, Prof. PLO Lumumba delivers a sharp warning about France’s renewed diplomatic and economic push into Africa — especially through Kenya, Angola, South Africa and other countries that were not part of France’s old colonial empire. At the center of Lumumba’s argument is a simple but urgent question:…
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Jimi Wanjigi: Kenya Is in “Economic ICU” as Debt, Budget Gaps and High Taxes Crush Citizens
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Safina Party leader Jimi Wanjigi has described Kenya as a country in “economic ICU,” warning that the nation’s debt burden, budget structure, taxation model and government borrowing are pushing citizens deeper into poverty. Speaking on Mambo Africa from his private office, Wanjigi argued that Kenya is not facing an ordinary political crisis but a serious…
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Iran Won’t Bow to Trump & Netanyahu: Ambassador Dr. Ali Gholampour Speaks on US Sanctions, Strait of Hormuz and Africa’s Role
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Iran’s Message to the World: Sovereignty Is Not Negotiable In a powerful and timely conversation on Mambo Africa, Iranian Ambassador to Kenya Dr. Ali Gholampour addressed the rising tensions involving Iran, the United States and Israel, defending Iran’s position as one rooted in sovereignty, self-defense and international law. Speaking from the Iranian Embassy in Kenya,…
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Democracy Under Threat in East Africa? Fanya Mambo Warns Leaders Against Silencing Citizens
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Democracy, Dissent, and the Right to Speak In this episode of Mambo Africa, Fanya Mambo delivers a strong warning to East African leaders who appear uncomfortable with citizens speaking out, protesting, and demanding accountability. The conversation opens with remarks made by Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu on democracy, protests, and dissent within the region. Fanya strongly…
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Politics, Art & Money: Kenyan Creatives Debate Their Role in Society
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Kenya’s creative industry is increasingly finding itself at the center of political and social discourse. In a powerful and wide-ranging conversation hosted by THEE ALFA HOUSE, leading voices from music, media, and politics came together to tackle one critical question: what role should artists play in shaping the nation’s future? The discussion featured prominent figures…
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Why Is Mali Being Destabilized? PLO Lumumba Explains the Hidden Geopolitics
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The crisis in Mali is often framed as a story of coups, insurgencies, and internal divisions. But in the latest episode of PLO Lumumba Explain, Prof. PLO Lumumba challenges that narrative — arguing that Mali’s instability cannot be understood without examining the deeper geopolitical forces at play. According to Lumumba, Mali is not just a…