The Multiparty Era Reforms: Saba Saba, the Repeal of Section 2A and Kenya's Return to Political Pluralism
Between 1990 and 1992 Kenya moved from a one-party state to multiparty democracy. This article traces the Saba Saba protests, the repeal of Section 2A of the constitution, the rise and fracture of FORD, and the contested 1992 elections that opened Kenya's pluralist era.
The 1982 Coup Attempt: Six Hours That Reshaped Kenya’s Political History
On 1 August 1982, junior Kenya Air Force servicemen seized radio and air bases in a bid to topple President Daniel arap Moi. The coup collapsed within hours but reshaped Kenyan politics, the military and the constitutional order for decades. This article examines what happened and why it mattered.
Malaria in Kenya: Epidemiological Zones, Treatment and Prevention
Malaria remains a major public-health burden in Kenya, concentrated in the lake and coastal zones. This guide explains the country's epidemiological zones, treatment with ACTs, prevention through nets and spraying, and the national malaria strategy.
Daystar University: Athi River Campus, Christian Liberal Arts Heritage and the Communication School Tradition
Daystar University traces its origins to 1964 Christian liberal arts education and is one of Kenya's principal private universities, with the main Athi River campus, the Nairobi Valley Road campus and a strong school of communication.
Beauty Salon Business in Kenya: Start-Up Costs, Licensing, Service Mix and the Profitable Hair, Skin and Nail Economy
A beauty salon in Kenya can generate dependable revenue from a broad service mix of hair, skin and nail treatments. Explore start-up costs, licensing, location, staff, pricing, supplier relationships and the path to opening a profitable salon in Nairobi or upcountry towns.
Strathmore University: From 1961 Sixth-Form College to a Modern Charter, the Business School and Kenya's Private University Standard
Strathmore University grew from a 1961 multiracial sixth-form college into a chartered private university with about 8,000 students. Explore its schools, the IESE-partnered Strathmore Business School, the energy research centre and its place in Kenya's higher education.
How to Apply for an EIA Licence in Kenya: The NEMA Process, Project Categorisation, Public Participation and the Real Compliance Pathway
Every major development project in Kenya requires a NEMA EIA Licence. A complete guide to the EMCA framework, project categorisation, public participation and the application process.
Kenya's Finance Bill 2026 and the Gen Z Legacy: Why the Sequel Tax Push Has Reawakened the Civic Movement of 2024
The 2024 Gen Z protests forced Kenya's government to withdraw an entire Finance Bill and dissolve the Cabinet. Two years on, the Finance Bill 2026 has tabled many of the same measures in different clothing. This article maps the new bill against the 2024 demands, the civic response and the constitutional process to budget enactment.
Kenya–Adani JKIA Deal Cancellation in 2026: What Killed the Sh238 Billion Concession and the New Path for Airport Expansion
Kenya formally terminated the Sh238 billion Adani concession for Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in February 2026 after sustained public opposition, a constitutional petition and a US bribery indictment. This guide explains the collapse, the High Court process and the new tender for the long-promised second runway and terminal.