Chamadui Madegwa

In my latest @theelephantinfo Gold and Grief, I explore how women in Kakamega’s artisanal gold mines are exploited by gender norms and unequal systems. The industry is sustained by their labor, yet their voices and rights are routinely sidelined.ReadMore;theelephant.info/analysis/2026/…

Oldest daughters are women. Never men.

Again, we ask: why is it that when Kenyans raise concerns, the very institutions meant to respond become condescending? We are one year to an election, a moment that requires the highest level of public confidence and cooperation. A Commissioner cannot be on TV dismissing questions by a public they are meant to serve as "a statement being blown out of proportion.” What happens on election day should questions about irregularities come up? IEBC is already operating under low public trust. In such a context, even a full stop or misplaced comma can trigger public concern. Perception is as important as process. Whether people can read or understand English is neither here nor there. Communication from an institution like IEBC must be clear, precise and incapable of multiple interpretations. Ambiguity (and silence) creates doubt.

@KeruboSk When I stopped wearing it, it felt so uneasy. Now I see my reflection in the mirror, and it's beautiful, and I can't imagine having to wear make-up.

Are there women who leave the house completely barefaced? With no makeup at all. Just embracing their natural look. Curious...What’s that like for you?

Not the majaribio addressing us directly

@iamalexkamau Iten

Kenyan towns I would live in as an outdoor lover if bills were never an issue 1. Nanyuki 2. Njoro 3. Kericho 4. Nyeri 5. Iten 6. Mua - Machakos 7. Kijabe Which is your dream Kenyan town to live in?

We often wonder how people could look away from the atrocities committed by Leopold II, Hitler, or the devastation of nuclear bombs.. until we realize we’re living through our own moment of silence...

GOVERNOR @SakajaJohnson, when are you also clearing the riparian reserves in Riverside, Kileleshwa, Parklands, Spring valley etc areas? If we are serious about cleaning the riverbanks let’s do it for all.

Management of markets is a county government function, so this is some export quality nonsense.

Why have April Fools Day when this is what real news looks like in Kenya?

Congratulations to Narok as they open their new airport.

Read more books. Read to escape reality. Read to understand reality. Read to challenge what you believe. Read to think better. Read to write better. Read to argue better. Read to know yourself. Read to build something. A single book can completely rewire your brain.

Cartoon for @NationAfrica #Sakaja #Police

Mtu anaweza dhani unajua kile unafanya.

The President is idle. He wants to fix every problem except the ones he was elected to fix. Succession matters are for the Courts. His government should be working to protect all widows not just the rich few

"A home library is an act of hope." Toni Morrison

"Books only have two smells. The smell of a new book, which is good, and the smell of an old book, which is even better." —Ray Bradbury

Sanctioning Iran for human rights abuses and not Israel is the biggest joke on earth

Women fought for financial freedom bc it meant autonomy.

@FemnetProg @NawiAfrica @amwaafrika1 If someone has enquiries, where do they send them?

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