The sudden killing of Mathew Kyalo Mbobu, a respected lawyer, scholar, and mentor in Kenya’s legal fraternity, has shaken the nation and ignited fresh debates about justice, safety, and accountability in the country. His death was not only tragic but also symbolic of the growing insecurity facing prominent figures who dare to stand tall in their … Read more
The Mau Mau uprising (1952-1960) presented an existential threat to British colonial rule. The colonial government’s response was brutal and multifaceted: military operations, detention camps, and villagization. But perhaps one of the most insidious strategies was economic warfare. A special tax was imposed solely on the residents of the so-called “emergency areas”—primarily the Meru, Kikuyu and … Read more
In simple terms, defilement is any act of sexual intercourse with a child under the age of 18 years. The key factor here is the age of the child. It is a strict liability offence in many circumstances. This means that whether or not the child consented is largely irrelevant. A person under 18 is considered by law … Read more