By Lee Kamutu This is a general guide from several inquiries, especially from new authors in the past few weeks. Today, I would like to break down the key parts of the process to give all authors some insights on…
By Lee Kamutu The helicopter has long been the transport of choice for politicians, and one of the most potent symbols in Kenyan politics. Deafening rotors announce power before the politician even steps out. Ecstatic crowds circle the rising…
By George Bongo Philip Kinisu’s autobiography, The Interrupted Accountant, is a captivating reflection on a life shaped by discipline, resilience, and ambition. The book traverses a remarkable spectrum of experiences: education against the odds, a stellar corporate career, lessons…
By Lee Kamutu For many authors, completing a manuscript feels like reaching the summit of a long and demanding journey. A finished book is often a culmination of months or even years of research, writing, and revisions. In my experience…
By Lee Kamutu As Kenya’s teachers’ unions navigate a heated election season, the events within KUPPET may be signaling more than routine leadership changes. They represent a profound power realignment in favor of teachers drawn from communities long described as…
By John Onyando In Kenya’s evolving political history, some figures dominate headlines while others shape outcomes from less conspicuous positions. Human rights activist Mugambi Kiai, who died yesterday after a long battle with kidney failure, belongs to the latter category.…
For more than three decades, Mr. Philip Kinisu operated at the very summit of professional excellence. Rising through the ranks to become Territory Senior Partner and later Chairman of the Board of PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Africa, he built a reputation defined…
Following Raila Odinga’s passing, Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has emerged as a compelling force in Kenyan politics, turning from an underdog in ODM’s internal battles to a galvanizing figure with national resonance.
Sharad RaoThis book explores the role of Indian shopkeepers (Dukawallas) and their descendants in shaping Kenya’s economic foundation and their involvement in political struggles. It highlights their resilience, entrepreneurship, and the lasting imprint of the Indian community on Kenya’s development.Kenya:…
Kenya has always been a nation of storytellers. From oral traditions shared around village fires to contemporary novels, biographies, and academic works, storytelling sits at the heart of our identity. Yet in recent years, Kenyan writing has taken on a…