General Ogolla: Deadly last moments behind the scenes | Kenya news

Friday, April 19, 2024

General Ogolla: Deadly last moments behind the scenes | Kenya news


Eyewitnesses to the General Ogolla helicopter accident were not actually supposed to be there. And their accounts are just mind-blowing and raise many disturbing questions.
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How Ruto came too close to slapping the then President of the Republic of Kenya, Uhuru Muigai Kenyatta at State House, Nairobi. The incident had several witnesses.
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Governments make mistakes but a government has to be super careful and especially its leader, the president, has to be super careful not to make mistakes that they cannot come back from. Because when that happens you know what it means; it means that they're going home and sometimes it may mean that they're going home even before it is home time.
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The Echesa Saga: How Will UDA Weather the Storm? Welcome to the latest Kenya news, Kenya politics and more analyzed by veteran Kumekucha Chris for the real inside story; Unknown to most, it all started with a Ruto meeting at the house of Kakamega governor Ferdinand Barasa. It was swiftly followed by serious woes of long time UDA supporter Rashid Echesa. And it ended with some unexpected and very bad consequences for the UDA party as Ruto henchman Farouk Kibet was exposed by his own UDA's Echesa. Serious political drama, even more serious consequences loading...
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There is no doubt that Uhuru Kenyatta's biting remarks about traitors really provoked Ruto's regime. And they responded as they usually do, by jacking up the propaganda and fake news.

The sharp rise in fake news can be attributed to the desperation of the UDA party to sway public opinion in their favor as they rapidly lose any little support they still had remaining. By resorting to deceptive tactics and spreading false information, UDA aims to manipulate the narrative and gain a competitive edge in the political arena. However, such tactics not only undermine the credibility of the party but also further erode the trust of the Kenyan people.
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Tom Mboya, a luminary in Kenyan politics, emerged as a beacon of hope and a pivotal figure in the pre-independence era of Kenya. His journey from a humble background to becoming one of the most influential leaders in Kenyan history is a testament to his dedication, intellect, and charisma. 

Mboya's early involvement in trade unionism laid the foundation for his political career. His adeptness at negotiation and his visionary leadership quickly propelled him into the limelight, making him a key player in Kenya's quest for independence. As a founding member of the Kenya African National Union (KANU), Mboya's contributions to Kenya's political landscape were profound and far-reaching, advocating for policies that aimed at uplifting the socio-economic status of Kenyans.

Throughout his career, Mboya was instrumental in shaping the newly independent Kenya's political and economic policies. His forward-thinking approach to governance, coupled with his passion for education and equality, endeared him to many, both locally and internationally. Mboya's efforts in establishing the Airlift Africa project, which facilitated the education of East African students in the United States, underscored his commitment to the empowerment of the African youth. This initiative not only showcased his visionary leadership but also his profound belief in the transformative power of education.

However, Mboya's meteoric rise in the political arena was not devoid of challenges. His ambitious nature and rapid ascent within the ranks of KANU created a complex web of political rivalries and alliances. The landscape of Kenyan politics during this period was tumultuous, with newly found independence bringing to the fore the daunting task of nation-building. Mboya's role in this era was crucial, yet it set the stage for a series of events that would ultimately lead to a tragic outcome.

The political misstep that led to Tom Mboya's tragic consequences
Mboya's political journey was marked by his steadfast commitment to the principles of democracy and equality. However, the political climate in Kenya during the 1960s was fraught with tension, as the young nation grappled with issues of governance, ethnic divisions, and economic disparities. In this volatile environment, Mboya's efforts to consolidate power and push for radical reforms began to sow the seeds of discontent among his political rivals.



Mboya enthusiastically took part in finishing his political rival Jaramogi Oginga Odinga. Not realizing that as long as Jaramogi remained in play in Kenyan politics, Mboya was safe. Safe because Jomo Kenyata cronies would have to deal with Jaramogi and then deal with Mboya. And besides they needed Mboya to help them tame Jaramogi politically. 

But when Mboya had very successfully and clinically taken care of Jaramogi, poor Mboya did not realize that now he had exposed himself. He was the only threat left standing and therefore what happened? He got assassinated.

The assassination of Tom Mboya and its impact on Kenyan politics
On July 5, 1969, Kenya was thrust into a state of shock and mourning following the assassination of Tom Mboya. The brazen attack, carried out in broad daylight on a busy Nairobi street, not only robbed Kenya of one of its brightest stars but also marked a turning point in the country's political history. Mboya's death plunged Kenya into a period of uncertainty and turmoil, as the nation grappled with the loss of a leader who embodied the hopes and aspirations of many Kenyans.


The assassination of Tom Mboya had far-reaching implications for Kenyan politics. It exposed the deep-seated ethnic tensions and rivalries that had been simmering beneath the surface, threatening the fragile unity that had been painstakingly built in the post-independence era. Mboya's death also created a vacuum in the political leadership, leaving a gap that was difficult to fill. The ripple effects of this tragic event were felt across the political spectrum, leading to a realignment of forces within KANU and the broader Kenyan political landscape.


In the immediate aftermath of Mboya's assassination, the country witnessed a crackdown on dissenting voices, as the government sought to quell the unrest and maintain stability. This period saw the arrest and detention of several political figures, further exacerbating the divisions within the nation. The assassination also cast a long shadow over Kenya's international relations, with suspicions of foreign involvement in Mboya's death leading to strained diplomatic ties.


View Kumekucha's landmark documentary series; Mboya: It Was More Than An Assassination (New Evidence)


Thursday, April 18, 2024

Shocking Chopper accident Cheptulel West Pokot and UDA govt | Kenya news


Shocking Chopper accident Cheptulel West Pokot and UDA govt | Kenya news. Welcome to the latest Kenya news, Kenya politics and more analyzed by veteran Kumekucha Chris for the real inside story; The Cheptulel West Pokot helicopter crash has left too many unanswered questions even as details continue to trickle in. A Kumekucha analysis on the possible aftermath impact on a country passing through a very delicate period in her history.
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We all make mistakes but of course one has to be very careful not to make the kind of mistake you cannot come back from. Governments also make mistakes but a government has to be super careful and especially its leader, the president not to make mistakes that they cannot come back from.

Because when that happens, you know what it means. It means that they're going home and sometimes it may mean that they're going home even before it is home time (if I can remember my school days).


This article focuses on 5 fatal errors that the Ruto regime has made that they can never come back from.


Fatal mistake No 1

Greatly underestimating former President Uhuru Kenyatta

Now don't take this one lightly because it has had far reaching effects and consequences on UDA and Ruto. 

It is very clear that Ruto's attitude towards Uhuru has been one of (if I can use a Kenyan expression) madharau nyingi sana.

At the height of the UDA campaigns before the 2022 general elections Ruto was quoted as saying he does not drink alcohol and he does not smoke weed. And everybody knew he was referring to the fourth President Uhuru Kenyatta and implying that he did these things Ruto did NOT do. 




Most will also remember a viral video of a speech Ruto was giving explaining how he went to see Uhuru at State House, shortly after his election victory as president in 2017 had been nullified by the Supreme court. And according to Ruto he found Uhuru drunk but very crestfallen. So much so that Uhuru suggested that they should just give up and hand over power to the real winner, Raila Odinga and the opposition. According to Ruto, the only reason he did not slap Uhuru was that he feared the president’s security personnel.

And when he reached this part of the story loud laughter was heard in the room. Especially from president Uhuru Kenyatta’s cousin retired Captain Kungu Muigai. Kungu has always been a firm supporter of Ruto. 

Never judge a man because of his vices

You know when I was in high school there was this guy who was a smoker and he was also a member of the “herbalist association club.” Those are the students who used to smoke bhang (we used to them we refer to them as the herbalists). And the same character used to regularly sneak out of school to go and buy alcohol (Changaa) across the fence of the school. 

Remember that he was doing all this while the rest of us were very busy studying and preparing for exams. But alas, when the exam came, this errant boy was always top of the class.

Never judge a book by its’ cover and never judge a man because of his vices.

Indeed during the American Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln's most effective military strategist was an alcoholic. But the guy was a genius in military strategy. 

The lesson in this life is never underestimate anybody just because of what you see. Because it could easily end up being a mistake you can never come back from.

Ruto was sure that he was better than Uhuru

William Ruto bounced into office knowing that he will definitely do better than Uhuru because he did not drink alcohol and had never drank alcohol or done the other things he accuses the former president of. 

But after only a handful of weeks on the job, Ruto realized that things were not the way he expected them to be. The job was much harder than he envisaged. In fact to date  vast majority of Kenyans are convinced that Uhuru was a much better and more competent leader.

One of the results of this miscalculation is that our country today is in a mess.

Indeed Martha Karua (who has been in government previously) has told Kenyans many times that the hole which Ruto has driven the country into will take us all a very long time to get out of. 


In other words, even if Ruto leaves power today, we are still in big trouble which will take a lot of work and many years to get out of. 

And that is according to Martha Karua, a very experienced hand.

Ruto has ultimately lost to Uhuru in the vote-rich Mt Kenya region

The manner in which former president Uhuru Kenyatta has hounded UDA and Ruto out of the Mount Kenya region is pure magic and illustrates one of the ways in which smart Uhuru Kenyatta has completely outwitted President Ruto.

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See Also; How The Kenyatta And Moi Families Made Their Dirty Money