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The Legacy of Fear: How the Shadow of Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Shaped Kenya's Political Landscape In the annals of Kenya's political history, the events of 1969 stand out as a defining moment marked by fear, coercion, and manipulation. The political tension surrounding Jaramogi Oginga Odinga's candidature led to a series of oath-taking ceremonies in Gatundu that forever altered the fabric of Kenyan society. Understanding this historical context is crucial, especially when contemporary politicians attempt to invoke these dark chapters for political gain. The Fear of Jaramogi and the Birth of the Gatundu Oath The roots of the infamous Gatundu oath can be traced back to the fear and propaganda surrounding Jaramogi Oginga Odinga, the former vice-president and then-leader of the opposition. By 1969, the political landscape in Kenya was charged with tension. The assassination of Cabinet Minister Tom Mboya on 5th July 1969 had already set a volatile backdrop. Within this context, Pr...
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Ruto's Wild Goose Chase: The Hollywood Odyssey That Isn't Hollywood-ing


In a whirlwind of comedy and confusion, Kenya's President William Ruto embarked on what was supposed to be a triumphant tour of America, aiming to boost Kenya's standing in Hollywood and sell it as a prime filming destination. However, what is ensuing is a series of misadventures that has left Kenyans scratching their heads and chuckling at the absurdity of it all.

Ruto's grand plans began with a promise of rubbing shoulders with Hollywood elite at Tyler Perry Studios. Yet, much to everyone's surprise, Perry himself was nowhere to be found. Instead, the Rutos (wife, children, kila kitu...presumably the family dog too) were greeted by none other than the affable TV host Steve Harvey, who, in a bizarre twist, announced Perry's absence, citing a mysterious journey "out of town."

This unexpected encounter with Harvey, coupled with Ruto's previous gaffe of claiming a partnership with the Grammy Awards (which, for the record, have no ties to Hollywood), set the stage for a comedy of errors that would rival any film starring Medea. January, as the saying goes, came and went silently like a ship in the night.

Adding insult to injury, Harvey casually mentioned his upcoming vacation plans to visit Kenya in September, conveniently sandwiched between shooting episodes of Family Feud in South Africa. Kenyans can't help but wonder: Did Ruto's highly publicised tour of America inadvertently become a promotional campaign for Harvey's holiday itinerary?

Meanwhile, Ruto's ambitious promises of Hollywood relocating en masse to Nairobi seem more like wishful thinking than a concrete plan as his grand scheme peters out. (Perhaps its time to slot in, slideways if I must, that hope is not a plan.) Despite his assurances, the Innovation Studios of Hollywood remain elusive, opting instead to set up shop in South Africa, much to the chagrin of Kenyans who had been eagerly awaiting the influnx of Tinseltown talent.

As the dust settles on Ruto's Hollywood odyssey, Kenyans are left with more questions than answers. Was this a case of misplaced priorities, or simply a comedy of errors? Regardless, one thing remains clear: Ruto's foray into Hollywood has been more farcical than fabulous, and people are wondering if the real entertainment is happening on screen or right before their eyes.

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