Politikali Konekted

Two years after the historic June 2024 protests, the fire for political reform in Kenya is burning brighter than ever. In this episode of Politikali Konekted, we sit down with Francy Kadide, the Organizing Secretary of Kenya’s newest and fast-growing political movement, Linda Mwananchi. As a young lawyer and outspoken activist, Francy shares her raw, unfiltered sentiments on why she believes the c...

Are the predictions we made in January already playing out in real-time? Six months ago, Chaka Sichangi and Diana Ngao dropped a definitive episode of Politikali Konekted, warning that "The 2027 Elections Have Begun in 2026." Now, halfway through 2026, the political landscape is shifting faster than anyone expected. In this highly anticipated sequel, Chaka and Diana return to look at the...

Can Kenya truly break free from foreign debt and achieve economic sovereignty, or are we trapped by systemic policy failures? In Part 2 of this deep-dive conversation on the Politikali Konekted Podcast, we sit down again with renowned public finance expert and former KRA Chief Manager, Prof. Vincent Ongore. Moving past the immediate budget debates, Prof. Ongore unpacks the foundational economic sh...

Are Kenyans justified in their rage over the Finance Bill? Absolutely. But can the country actually afford to reject it? In this hard-hitting episode of PolitiKali Konekted , we sit down with Prof. Vincent Ongore, a heavyweight in public finance and tax administration with over three decades of experience (including senior leadership at the Kenya Revenue Authority). Prof. Ongore pulls no punches:...

Stop calling them women’s issues. Femicide. Missing children. The two-thirds gender rule. These are Kenya’s problems — and Kenya cannot solve them without more women in Parliament. In this episode of Politikali Konekted, host Diana Ngao sits down with Pollyne Owoko — women’s rights advocate, Successful businesswomen and 2027 Siaya County Women’s Representative aspirant — for a conversation Kenya h...

IS KENYA RUN BY A PRESIDENT OR BUSINESSMAN? 🤔🇰🇪Is Kenya being governed as a democratic sovereign state, or is it being managed like a private enterprise? In this highly anticipated episode of Politikali Konekted, we sit down with Kamau Mbiu—a dynamic upcoming leader and prominent member of the Wiper Democratic Movement. Together, we unpack the controversial intersection of state power and corpora...

Is Kenya being held back by its own politics? In this episode, Siaya Senate aspirant Dennis Omondi breaks down how misplaced national priorities and a culture of party obsession are stagnating progress and destroying our future— and why his vision for Siaya offers a new roadmap for the country

s the Kenyan political landscape shifting? In this episode of Politikali Koneketed, we are joined by political strategist and youth leader Alex Matere to dissect the 2026 political tremors, from the meteoric rise of Linda Mwananchi to the future of Westlands Constituency. The Linda Mwananchi Factor: Why this movement is resonating with the masses right now. Raila's Strategy: Analyzing the &quo...

Welcome to PolitiKali Konekted, your podcast for everything related to #kenya politics and governance in Africa. This episode emphasizes the #importance of voting and civic engagement, discussing how crucial it is for every ballot to count in an #election . We also examine how political actors sometimes leverage authentic movements for their own gain, highlighting the need for vigilance in our #de...

We just got here, but the political scene is already heated! Are you ready? We're calling this year pre-2027, and this episode will explain why. Hear more about our reflections of 2025, thoughts on Azimio's loss in 2022 and why it still matters, what 2026 looks like, and why we think 2027 elections have already begun. Let's show you how they all connect!

Do you know what it takes to build a strong political brand? This episode examines the work that goes into building credible political brands, what makes them great, and what ultimately brings them down. Prof. Fred Ogola is seasoned economist with a broad perspective that spans legal, economics, governance, and corporate affairs. Tune in to learn more!

Can the Gen Z lead a successful movement for change singlehandedly? Dr. Mukisa Kituyi was part of the Young Turks in the early 90s. The Young Turks a group made up of young politicians, lawyers, and intellectuals led a movement for political reform and multi-party democracy against the long-standing single-party rule. He joined us on Politikali Konekted to shed more light on their struggle, and th...

Do you know what it takes to win an election? History has shown us over and over that it takes more than having more money to win an election. The real power is in influence, and influence is strategically wielded. This episode is a masterclass on why effective branding matters in politics, and how it has shaped political victories in the past and present. Thank you for tuning in!

Mr. Onesmus Maluki: Organizing Secretary, UASU( University Academic Staff Union). We sat with The organizing Secretary UASU to help understand the story behind the 49-day lecturers' strike that saw learners across the country miss out on the semester. Is the government undermining higher education? Are lecturers compensated enough in Kenya? He answered all these questions and more.

Episode 43: This episode demystifying the lives of the Enigma Raila Amolo Odinga - a tribute to one of the most remarkable political odysseys in modern Africa. In a land of unfinished revolutions, Raila Amollo Odinga stands as a symbol of relentless reinvention: an engineer tempered by socialist discipline; a dissident shaped by prison; a coalition builder who learned to bend without breaking. A f...

This episode of Politikali is dedicated to Raila Odinga, the enigma! We sit down with Dennis Onsarigo, a close friend, and son, who served as Azimio Press Secretary during campaigns, to remember the highs, the heartbreaks, and the behind-the-scenes grit that defined Raila’s political journey. Onsarigo shares untold stories that reveal Raila not just as a political icon, but as a human being who wa...

In this episode of Politikali Konekted, Senator Dan Maanzo shares insider perspectives on Kenya’s opposition politics, the Gen Z protests, and the ongoing fight against corruption. He reveals why uniting behind a single presidential candidate in 2027 could be the only way to challenge President William Ruto and reshape Kenya’s political future. From the secret history of ODM’s registration to Kalo...

In this episode of Politikali Konekted, Roseline Alionya shares her journey from campus politics to national conversations on youth leadership. She gives her perspective on why Kenya’s education system under CBC is failing, the challenges of teacher recruitment, and why she believes systemic illiteracy is being encouraged by those in power. Alionya also speaks on police brutality, the push for com...

Kenya’s Gen-Z are reshaping politics. In this exclusive conversation, Jubilee Youth League Chair Angel breaks down the #RejectFinanceBill protests, alleged police abductions, and how young people are preparing for the 2027 general election. From IEBC voter registration to cross-party youth alliances, Angel reveals the real battles ahead for Kenya’s next generation of leaders. #GenZKenya #GenZRevol...

From Philly to Nairobi, this episode dives deep into the power of people over politicians, the erosion of democracy, and the global struggle for justice. George Jackson and Dwayne Wharton unpack food deserts, immigration, rewriting history, police brutality and confront the shocking killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. We explore how political violence is spilling into public spaces, why...

In this episode of Politikali Konekted, Hon. Caleb Amisi, Member of Parliament for Saboti, opens up on why he believes President William Ruto cannot lead Kenya. As one of the few dissenting voices in Parliament, Amisi speaks candidly about corruption, tribal politics, Gen Z protests, and the urgent need for a political renaissance in Kenya. From his humble beginnings to becoming a two-term MP, he...

In this episode of Politikali Konekted we sit down with Mandela Washington Fellows Amara (Kenya), Zion (Nigeria) and Dwayne (USA) to unpack the Art of Dialog, why meaningful conversation, cross-border mentorship and human connection matter for youth participation, governance and lasting change. We discuss the Gen Z protests, responsible social media, community advocacy and practical ways young peo...

Hon. John Mukunji argues that Kenya’s future depends on young voters refusing the old tribal-money politics. In this Politikali Konekted episode, we discuss party tensions, why MPs must represent the people not party lines and how Gen-Z protests shook Parliament during the Finance Bill 2024 debate. He also shares his vision for a youth-driven political shift before 2027, the importance of rejectin...

In this part 2 of Reluctant Conversations with Chaka Sichangi on Politikali Konekted , we break down a sobering truth: the real rigging doesn’t happen on voting day it happens after your ballot is cast. From rejected votes to sleepy polling agents and judicial contradictions, Kenya’s electoral justice system is built to blur responsibility. If each vote is sacred, why are so many silently thrown a...

Welcome to Reluctant Conversations with Chaka Sichangi here at Politikali Konekted. In this powerful episode, we challenge a sobering hypothesis: Kenya may not have elections in 2027... at least not in the true democratic sense. We break down why voting alone doesn’t equal elections, and how the real rigging starts long before ballot day. From the broken state of the IEBC, shady procurement proces...