Brian Otieno

1 day ago | the-star.co.ke | Brian Otieno

A section of Muslim clerics in Mombasa have condemned Kenyan Gen Z for their disrespectful treatment of Tanzanian president Samia Suluhu. "Mama Samia" was the subject of online attacks after she rebuked Kenyan activists, whom she accused of trying to destabilise her country. Gen Z used AI to depict the female president in ways that were demeaning to her persona, which the clerics took issue with.

2 days ago | thesharpdaily.com | Brian Otieno

Over the weekend on June 1, Kenya paused to celebrate Madaraka Day, a moment to honour the sweat and blood of those who fought for self rule back in 1963. It’s a day that reminds us of the fire in our collective spirit, when we, the citizens stood up to colonial powers and demanded a nation of their own. But in 2025 as we marked this milestone, I couldn’t help but think the real heroes, the true fighters of the year aren’t just the historical giants like Jomo Kenyatta or Dedan Kimathi.

3 days ago | the-star.co.ke | Brian Otieno

Chief enforcement officer Omar Bedzimba and chief building inspector Abubakar Alhad at Ganjoni on Tuesday / JOHN CHESOLIThe Architect Association of Kenya has said the built environment in Mombasa has been infiltrated by the "matatu culture" where anything goes, as long as one has money to part with. This, AAK says, is what causes many buildings to be erected with minimal supervision and no regard for the environment or safety measures. “There is now ‘matatuism’ in our built environment.

3 days ago | the-star.co.ke | Brian Otieno

Rights activists stop felling of trees at Uhuru Garden in Mombasa on Friday / BRIAN OTIENOPressure continues to mount on Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir over a decision by his administration to fell trees in green spaces in the county, ostensibly for safety reasons. Despite this explanation, environmental activists have vehemently opposed the move, saying it negates the efforts to ensure 15 billion trees are planted by 2032, a directive by President William Ruto.

3 days ago | thelawyer.africa | Brian Otieno

In recent years, there has been a troubling rise in arbitrary arrests in Kenya, particularly targeting individuals who publicly criticize the government or expose corruption. An arbitrary arrest refers to the apprehension and detention of individuals without sufficient legal basis or due process. It is often carried out without following the proper procedures outlined by law, leading to violations of constitutional rights such as freedom of expression and the right to a fair trial.