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Why Dialogue Matters for Youth to Lead Change With Zion Obeten, Amara Chineme, and Dwayne Wharton.

In this episode of Politikali Konekted we sit down with Mandela Washington Fellows Amara (Kenya), Zion (Nigeria) and Dwayne (USA) to unpack the Art of Dialog, why meaningful conversation, cross-border mentorship and human connection matter for youth participation, governance and lasting change. We discuss the Gen Z protests, responsible social…

The Kenyan Politician Who Defied His Party to Fight for His People

I am not a terrorist says Member of Parliament Hon. John Mukunji

Hon. John Mukunji argues that Kenya’s future depends on young voters refusing the old tribal-money politics. In this Politikali Konekted episode, we discuss party tensions, why MPs must represent the people not party lines and how Gen-Z protests shook Parliament during the Finance Bill 2024 debate. He also shares his…

Did You Know Rejected Votes Could Decide a Presidential Election?

Episode 33: IEBC CHAOS, REJECTED VOTES, & THE INVISIBLE ELECTION EXPOSED! (PART 2)

In this part 2 of Reluctant Conversations with Chaka Sichangi on Politikali Konekted, we break down a sobering truth: the real rigging doesn’t happen on voting day it happens after your ballot is cast. From rejected votes to sleepy polling agents and judicial contradictions, Kenya’s electoral justice system is built…

WILL THERE BE ELECTIONS IN 2027? (PART 1)

In this eye-opening episode, we confront a chilling hypothesis: could Kenya be without elections in 2027... at least not in the genuine democratic spirit? We delve into why merely voting doesn’t equal real elections, and how the actual rigging begins long before the ballots are cast. From the troubled state…

Why Kenya’s Youth Are Losing Power at the Ballot Box #Politics #Kenya

In this thought-provoking video, we delve into the crucial aspect of voter registration, a secret that could potentially change everything in the realm of politics and governance. Being politically connected and aware of the ongoing changes in Nairobi, Kenya, is essential for making informed decisions. The podcast series, led by…

Kenya’s elections didn’t start broken they were built that way. New Episode out!

Explainer: How Kenya’s Election System Works (And Why It’s So Corrupt)

This week on Politikali Konekted, we dig deep into Kenya’s electoral system, the IEBC, exposing the rigging tactics no one talks about. From ghost voters and fake forms to strategic tech failures and intimidation, this episode unpacks the full anatomy of election fraud in Kenya. We trace the evolution of…

“We didn’t fight for the Constitution just to surrender Nairobi to gangsters with no vision.”

“If you arrest them, kill them.”

Episode 30: Was Moi a Lesser Evil Than Ruto? with Cyprian Nyamwamu

Is Kenya becoming a failed state? In this hard-hitting episode, Cyprian Orina Nyamwamu reveals how the Constitution has been violated over 30 times under the current regime. He contrasts Ruto’s governance with Moi’s authoritarian legalism and explains why Gen Z holds the future of Kenya in their hands. From the…

Kenya’s actually playing a different game entirely #Politics #ForeignPolicy #Truth

Episode 29: Global Stage, Local Blunders: Is Kenya’s Foreign Policy Losing Credibility?

Kenya has long branded itself as a regional peace broker and diplomatic powerhouse, but is our foreign policy living up to the image? In today's explainer of Politikali Konekted, we unpack decades of Kenya’s foreign policy, from Moi’s quiet diplomacy, Kibaki’s economic outreach, Uhuru’s multilateral momentum, to Ruto’s recent controversies.…

How Kenya’s Police Killed Albert Ojwang and Got Away With It #JusticeForAlbert #KenyaPolice

Power is transient. Justice must be served. A powerful message for Kenya's police and politicians from our host. What are your thoughts on this call for justice and an end to bloodshed in Kenya? #justiceforbonifacekariuki #endpolicebrutalityke #shorts

Episode 28: Albert Ojwang’s Murder. The Elite Police Cover-Up in Kenya

The latest episode of Politically Connected tackles the heart-wrenching case of Albert Ojwang, a young Kenyan whose death in police custody has ignited national outrage. We examine the inconsistencies in the police's account, from the claim he "hit his head on the walls and died" to the pathologist's findings that…

Fake News, White Genocide, Pan-African Collapse: Inside the Information War

In this explosive episode of Politikali Konekted, we unpack the Information War Africa is caught in. Madam Speaker and The Bishop dive deep into the manipulation of African stories on the global stage. From fake news in the Oval Office to white genocide narratives in South Africa, the simmering Kenya-Tanzania…

Episode 26: Prayer or Propaganda? Behind the Politics of Apologies, Control & Faith

In this episode of Politikali Konekted, we ask: Is Kenya praying... or playing politics? We unpack the National Prayer Breakfast, expose the moral appropriation of religion by the state, and explore the deeper agenda behind President Ruto’s apology, the controversial 2025 social media bill, and increasing civil rights violations across…

Episode 25: Taxed & Trapped. Kenya’s Journey from Kibaki to the Debt Abyss With Prof Vincent Ongore

Why are Kenyans paying more taxes than ever and still drowning in debt? In this eye-opening episode of Politikali Konekted, we sit down with Prof. Vincent Ongore a leading tax and corporate governance expert with over 30 years in Kenya’s public finance space. We explore: ✅ How Kibaki grew Kenya’s…

Episode 24: Finance Bill 2025: No New Taxes, But at What Cost?

In this episode of Politikali Konekted, Kidi Mwaga breaks down the Finance Bill 2025 and what it really means for Kenyans. From its historical roots in democratic revolutions to today’s budget-making process, we dissect how public participation, national debt, and tax efficiency all play a role. Why is this year’s…

Episode 23: An Explainer on Police Reforms in Kenya: A Broken Promise Since 1888

Explore the truth about Kenya’s police reforms, the colonial history of policing in Kenya, and why real change remains elusive. This episode of Politikali Konekted with Kidi Mwaga dives into Kenya’s police system from 1888 to today, connecting the dots between state power, suppression, and political violence. We break down…