To: The Chief Justice and Honorable Justices of the Supreme Court of KenyaFrom: A Concerned Citizen of the RepublicDate: May 26, 2025Subject: Language, Conduct, and Unanswered Questions in the 2022 Presidential Election Ruling Your Ladyship and Your Lordships, I write to you with deep respect for your constitutional role, and with profound concern for the future of justice in…
By Cege Wa Mahiga The 2022 Supreme Court ruling was meant to reinforce faith in Kenya’s democracy. Instead, its dismissive language—phrases like “hot air,” “fishing expedition,” and “wild goose chase”—raised serious questions about judicial temperament. This op-ed calls for accountability, humility, and a return to respectful justice. In the aftermath of Kenya’s 2022 presidential election, the Supreme Court’s judgment…
By Cege Wa Mahiga In a decision that sealed one of the most hotly contested elections in Kenya’s history, the Supreme Court on September 5, 2022, upheld the victory of Dr. William Ruto as the duly elected President of the Republic of Kenya. The ruling was unanimous, dismissing eight consolidated petitions that sought to overturn the results of the…
By Special Correspondent In a moment that marks both personal triumph and continental promise, Professor Mohamed Janabi—Tanzania’s Advisor on Health Policy and Nutrition to the President—has been elected the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Director for Africa. This pivotal role will shape the trajectory of public health across 47 countries. Announced just five days ago, Prof. Janabi’s appointment has sparked widespread celebration…
Dar es Salaam | May 2025 In a media industry where visibility often overshadows the unseen magic of storytelling, Evelyn Byaruhanga has always found her power behind the scenes—crafting content, leading teams, and shaping narratives with precision and passion. But today, she steps forward into the spotlight with purpose and poise, announcing a new chapter in her exceptional journey:…
By Special Correspondent | Dodoma DAR ES SALAAM – In a bold push to modernise and commercialise its agriculture sector, Tanzania has unveiled its most ambitious agricultural budget—TZS 1.243 trillion for the 2025/2026 financial year. This represents a staggering 324% increase compared to 2021/2022, signalling the government’s determination to elevate farming into a business-oriented, youth-powered, and climate-smart sector. Corridors…
By Miki Tasseni It has become routine to hear that the greatest threat to the global economy today is the widening gap between the rich and the poor—a phenomenon particularly visible in Western countries. Social unrest in Greece and elsewhere reveals how profound this inequality feels. But often overlooked is the psychic and cultural element underpinning poverty—groups or communities…
By Juma Msafiri In 1988, from the intellectual corridors of Dar es Salaam’s Centre for Foreign Relations, a bold voice rose against the tide of global orthodoxy. E.D. Kimbwereza’s dissertation, “Prospects and Limits of South-South Trade Co-operation: The Case of SADCC and PTA”, is more than a study in regional economics—it is a piercing exposé of global hypocrisy and…
Juma Msafiri In a continent where over 60% of the world’s uncultivated arable land lies dormant, and yet hunger and food insecurity persist, a new chapter is unfolding in East Africa that may well offer a transformative solution. The Agricultural Growth Corridors of Tanzania (AGCOT) initiative, launched officially in April 2025, is not just a continuation of the Southern…
In an era defined by rapid digital transformation and the growing need for authentic, impactful journalism, Rosalynn Mndolwa-Mworia’s appointment as the Managing Director of Mwananchi Communications Limited (MCL) heralds a bold new chapter for Tanzanian media. A seasoned corporate leader with over two decades of cross-sectoral experience, Mndolwa-Mworia steps into this role at a pivotal moment for MCL and…