Location:
United States
Description:
Welcome to the Situation Room where Kenya's biggest conversation is held Presented by Eric Latiff, Charles Muga, and Nduh Okoh. This podcast is about extending that conversation online and giving the digital community an opportunity to expand it across borders.
Language:
English
Episodes
The Problem With Kenya's Economy Is Stealing
7/19/2023
Strathmore lecturer Dr. Jim McFie is in the hot seat to discuss the economic challenges that Kenyans are facing and what the future looks like.
Duration:00:42:18
The Proposed 3% Housing Fund in the 2023 Finance Bill Was in UDA Manifesto.
6/9/2023
Kasarani MP Ronald Karauri is in the hot seat today. He explains why he supports the proposed finance bill and why he thinks it is good for Kenyans. He also thinks Kenya needs more leaders rather than politicians.
Duration:00:47:48
Museveni Is A Master Strategist
6/8/2023
Author & Producer of Current Affairs Vision Group Paul Busharizi is in the hot seat to discuss his beloved country Uganda, President Museveni, and what the future holds for Ugandans.
Duration:00:43:46
Harmful Clauses In The Finance Bill & Why We Will Use All Means To Oppose It
6/7/2023
Nominated MP & ODM Chairman John Mbadi is in the hot seat to discuss the finance bill, the division between Kenya Kwanza and Azimio, and how this will affect voting for the finance bill.
Duration:00:45:15
Punda Amechoka, If Gov't Won't Listen To The People, Maandamano Will Be A Must
6/6/2023
It is hot in the Situation Room as the conversation surrounding the proposed Finance bill continues. Community Organizer Mwalimu Mutemi Wa Kiama is in the hot seat to discuss the proposed finance bill, and how it affects Kenyans and urges the government to listen to the people before it gets worse.
Duration:00:46:08
Why Kenyans Must Be Taxed More, MP Geoffrey Ruku.
6/5/2023
Mbeere North MP Geoffrey Ruku is in the hot seat to explain why he supports the proposed finance bill, why he thinks Kenyans should pay more tax, and how fighting corruption will help Kenyans get value for their money.
Duration:00:45:07
The Gov't Is Using Semantics To Confuse People On Housing Fund, PPP Is Being Abused
5/25/2023
Economic and financial expert Dr. Patrick Muinde is in the hot seat to discuss the contentious housing fund that has caused a lot of anguish, confusion, and anger among Kenyans. He breakdowns how the housing fund will affect people's financial plans, the private sector's role, and what it will mean for hustlers.
Duration:00:44:46
Explained: Inside Kenya's Tax Fraud- Bernard Muchere
5/16/2023
Bernard Muchere, a fraud risk management consultant at Zero Fraud Risk Consultancy Limited who previously worked at the National Treasury at the debt management office, explains the intrigues that go on in the national treasury that lead to the misappropriation of taxpayers' money.
Duration:00:38:52
How Secret Witnesses Are Protected In Kenya, The Role of EU In Reforming The Judiciary
5/15/2023
The EU Ambassador to Kenya Henriette Geiger, and Jedidah Waruhiu, the CEO of Kenya Witness Protection Agency discuss the importance of protecting witnesses in Kenya, and how the protection is done, and its role in facilitating justice delivery.
Duration:00:41:13
Ruto Is Lying, The Housing Fund Is Meant To Raise Money For Political Benefits- Peterson & Dande
5/12/2023
Peterson Wachira, the national chairman of the Kenya National Union of Clinica Officers, and Edwin Dande, the CEO of Cytonn Investments say the proposed Housing Fund deduction from workers is poorly thought out and is insincere.
Duration:00:43:39
For The Record: Mistake That Cost Kalonzo Musyoka Presidency- Aden Duale
5/11/2023
In this podcast, Aden Duale, the CS for Defence and former leader of the majority in the National Assembly divulges details about his book; For the Record, and what cost Kalonzo Musyoka the presidency in 2013. Enjoy!
Duration:00:39:56
Why Ruto Has Not Managed To Contain Banditry Attacks In The Rift- Reuben Kiborek
5/10/2023
Reuben Kiborek, the MP for Mogotio Constituency says banditry is still alive and well in the Nothern six counties because the leadership of the area is not working together to end the problem, and because the area is not developed.
Duration:00:21:22
Controversial Issues In The Financial Bill & Why It Should Be Thoroughly Scrutinized- Abraham Rugo
5/9/2023
Financial experts: Abraham Rugo- the country manager at the international budget partnerships Kenya and, Christopher Kirathe the tax and law partner at EY dissect the hits and misses and controversies that surround the 2023 Finance Bill.
Duration:00:39:41
Finance Bill: Ruto Is Using KRA To Milk Kenyans, He Will Be Forced To Borrow If The Target Isn't Met
5/8/2023
Billow Kerrow the Former Chair of the Senate Finance & Budget Committee says President Ruto's administration aims to use the bill to milk Kenyans to sustain the incredibly high budget for the next financial year.
Duration:00:44:55
Wrangles In Jubilee Are Sponsored By Kenya Kwanza, We're Going Back To KANU Days- Jeremiah Kioni
5/5/2023
Jubilee Secretary General Jeremiah Kioni says the wrangles in Jubilee are sponsored by the ruling Kenya Kwanza government to kill Jubilee and other opposition parties and have a super majority in parliament.
Duration:00:43:39
Marriott: Why UK Will Not 'Apologize' To Kenyans For Colonial Injustices But Admits Responsibility
5/4/2023
Jane Marriott, the outgoing UK Ambassador to Kenya says the UK is remorseful for the atrocities that happened during the colonial period, but says the UK won't apologize because an apology would come with legal connotations.
Duration:00:26:11
If Servers Are Not Opened Now, We Will Have The Same Problem In 2027 & Subsequent Elections
5/3/2023
The opposition's mantra of opening the servers will always feature after every election unless they are opened now to clear the air.
Duration:00:16:28
We Never Pushed Chebukati To Announce 2022 Election Results In Favour Of Kenya Kwanza- Jane Marriot
5/2/2023
Jane Mariott, the UK Ambassador to Kenya says the UK was only involved in building and enhancing the capacity of the IEBC to deliver a credible free, and fair election. she says the UK didn't influence the outcome of the August 2022 presidential election.
Duration:00:18:43
Kenya Power Has Been A Cash Cow, High Turnover Of The Board Is A Major Challenge
4/28/2023
Assistance SG, Cotu(K), and KETAWU General Secretary Ernest Nadome is in the situation room to discuss Kenya Power, worker's rights, and Kenyan worker's unions.
Duration:00:35:32
National Schools Within Counties Should Be Reserved For Locals, Otherwise They Don't Need Support
4/27/2023
Githunguri MP Gathoni wa Muchomba says National Schools should be reserved for students in their local constituencies and counties. She argues that most good performers from Kiambu County are not given a chance to join the national schools within the county.
Duration:00:17:06