Amos Kareithi

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Mwakenya influence, torrid young life, shaped Ngugi's beliefs

3 weeks ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Amos Kareithi

Prof Ngugi wa Thiong'o speaking at alliance boy's high school on June 4, 2015. [File Courtesy]Two days before Christmas of 1974, a group of scholars filed out of a safe house in Nairobi. The conspirators had just concluded an ultra-secret meeting whose deliberations and ramifications touched off ripples across the country. Ultimately, some of the architects would have to flee the country while their not-so-lucky comrades were hunted down, tortured, and a number of their disciples hanged.
New sheriff in town: Head of Public Service firms his grip on parastatals' operations

1 month ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Amos Kareithi

Head of Public Service Felix Koskei during the launch of a One-Week Technical Study Tour for the South Sudan National Elections Commission at the Kenya School of Government (KSG) Lower Kabete. February 17,2025. [Elvis Ogina ,Standard]A string of instructions from the State House has created a wave of panic in the public service, where over 500 chief executive officers, chairpersons and directors of state parastatals are now in a state of paralysis.
The art of money, wealth creation and common financial pitfalls

Sep 14, 2024 | standardmedia.co.ke | Amos Kareithi

In a society where cash is king and the ends justify the means, there are people ready to do anything for money. The picture becomes even murkier in a world where parents spend a king’s ransom to educate their sons and daughters so that they can secure well-paying jobs. While everyone has been taught and socialised about the importance of earning money, there are very few lessons and even fewer institutions that offer practical guidance on how to use money prudently and retain it.
Baba: Hidden, unpredictable force behind jilted politicians

Aug 14, 2024 | tnx.africa | Awuor Omino |Aloys Michael |Jacinta Mutura |Amos Kareithi

I may not be very far from the truth when I say that both politics and love are games. While love may be considered a game of the heart, politics requires good brains and wit. In both cases, those involved aim to endear themselves to one another and losing is never easily accepted. Fortunately, for the African man there is always a leeway in both cases.
Unprecedented armored show of might as KDF patrols Nairobi

Jun 27, 2024 | standardmedia.co.ke | Amos Kareithi

In a display of might, armored vehicles and military personnel from the Kenya Defense Forces (KDF) patrolled Nairobi for the better part of Thursday. Dispatched from Nyayo Stadium Thursday morning, the soldiers entered the city through Tom Mboya Street where they were wildly cheered by protestors. The KDF's presence in the capital came a day after Members of Parliament approved their deployment within the city.
Ngugi Wa thiong'o: Ruto's taxes mirror colonial times

Jun 12, 2024 | standardmedia.co.ke | Amos Kareithi

The legend is at it again. Prof Ngugi Wa Thiong'o’s satire and capacity to mock and ridicule the ruling class that knows no geographical bounds is back. Today as millions of Kenyans mull the implications of taxes which have been introduced by the government and reinforced in Treasury Cabinet Secretary's statement Thursday, Ngugi who is self-exiled in California, has his most potent tool, the pen to highlight the government’s excesses.
Governors protest exclusion from UHC implementation

Feb 17, 2024 | standardmedia.co.ke | Amos Kareithi

The move by governors to skip the launch of Sh3 billion stipends payment for community health promoters by Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Friday was to express displeasure over failure to fully devolve functions stipulated in the Constitution, it has emerged.
Eliud Mathu property fights: Curse of Kenya's founding fathers

Dec 10, 2023 | standardmedia.co.ke | Amos Kareithi

Why does a red hot coals beget cold impotent ashes? As Kenya celebrates its 60th birthday tomorrow, the tribulations of some of the families whose patriarchs laid the foundation for the country give credence and currency to this question. Perhaps the clearest illustration is offered by the family of Eliud Wambu Mathu.
State, IFAW partner to establish wildlife-friendly sanctuaries in Laikipia

Dec 4, 2023 | standardmedia.co.ke | Amos Kareithi

The government, through the Ministry of Tourism, has partnered with the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) to create wildlife-friendly sanctuaries in Laikipia This collaborative effort aims to foster harmonious coexistence between humans and wild animals while safeguarding the natural heritage of the area. The pilot project is Kirimon game reserve.
End of 8-4-4 in primary school as 1.2 million join junior secondary

Nov 23, 2023 | standardmedia.co.ke | Amos Kareithi

After 39 years, the 8-44 system of education, once perceived as the solution for Kenya’s skills needs by employers, was interred. Consequently, none of the 1,406,557 candidates who sat the last Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) will have a chance to repeat, even if they want to better their grades. Ironically the eulogy for the system was read by Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu, who presided over the burial of a system in which he was once a key player.