There I was, standing still, blending perfectly into an outfit the sun had never laid eyes on. The moon hung low—a pale lantern in the sky—casting long shadows across the dusty path to Amai Ozuna’s house. Beside me, Nkhanga tapped the soles of his gondolo shoes together nervously, producing a soft clink… clink… clink that … Read more
By Kenneth Manda | Feature Writer It was the way he swung his hand that gave him away — weak, trembling, and still marked by the night we would never forget. No one in the village knows what really happened to Nkhanga’s hand. No one, except me. Because I was there. I saw it all, … Read more
Political Comment by Mwelwa – Health, Social and Political Demographer Kenya may soon witness the addition of President William Samoei Ruto to the list of African leaders who served only a single term. Facing escalating political and economic challenges, Ruto’s path to securing a second term appears increasingly precarious. Without a well-developed political strategy, he … Read more
President Hakainde Hichilema was a few days ago forced to abandon his address at Chiwempala Market in Chingola after a group of unruly individuals disrupted the event with chants and stone-throwing. The market, which was recently gutted by fire, had drawn hundreds of residents eager to hear from the Head of State. No sooner had … Read more
By Kenneth Manda Being a Manchester United fan has taught me that football is far more than just a sport. It has the power to move people — to lift spirits, build friendships, and, at times, breed rivalry. The Bible says that whoever wants to come to Jesus must forget himself, and I often think … Read more