KENYA'S CURRENT AFFAIRS WITH RAKAEL

Kenya, known for its cultural diversity and natural beauty, is home to over 40 distinct ethnic communities. While some, like the Kikuyu, Luo, and Kalenjin, dominate political, economic, and media narratives, there are lesser-known groups whose voices remain unheard and whose struggles are often overlooked. These forgotten communities—such as the El Molo, Yaaku, Ogiek, Sanye, and Boni—offer rich stories of resilience, cultural heritage, and marginalization. The El Molo, one of Kenya’s smallest ethnic groups, reside along the shores of Lake Turkana. Traditionally fishermen and semi-nomadic pastoralists, their population has dwindled to a few hundred due to intermarriage and environmental pressures. With limited access to healthcare, education, and infrastructure, the El Molo often find themselves excluded from national development plans. Yet, their deep knowledge of aquatic ecosystems and traditional fishing techniques remains an untapped resource. In the forests of northern Kenya live t...

Kenya’s Generation Z — those born between the mid-1990s and early 2010s — are rapidly emerging as a trans-formative force in the nation’s political, economic, and cultural spheres. With an estimated 75% of Kenya’s population under the age of 35, Gen Z holds both the demographic weight and digital agility to redefine the country’s future in profound ways. Unlike previous generations, Gen Z is growing up in an era of global connectivity, economic uncertainty, and political awakening, all of which are shaping their values, behaviors, and aspirations. One of the most visible areas where Gen Z is making a mark is in digital innovation and entrepreneurship . With high internet penetration and the widespread use of smartphones, young Kenyans are not just consumers of technology — they are creators. From building mobile apps to launching YouTube channels and e-commerce platforms, Gen Z is leveraging digital tools to solve local problems and create new business models. Platforms like TikTok and...