In Nairobi’s glass towers, Miriam Wanjiku(not her real name) was known for precision. As a senior consultant at a respected firm, she navigated boardrooms with calm authority and a sharp mind. Her life was organized, predictable, and successful until she met Daniel. Daniel Mwangi was charming in a way that felt effortless. He spoke warmly…
“Excuse” is often the silent saboteur of ambition and progress. People give themselves reasons why they can’t start, act, or persevere: “I don’t have time,” “I lack resources,” “It’s too late,” or “I’m not ready.” Each excuse is like a tiny chain holding someone back from taking ownership of their life. The danger is that…
When news broke of the death of Cyrus Shakhalaka Jirongo on the morning of 13 December 2025, Kenya lost one of its most distinctive – and divisive – public figures. A man whose life was marked by undisputed generosity, bold politics, varied business interests, and contentious finances, Jirongo’s story reveals much about Kenya’s political and…
Success or achievement is not what we usually think of. Most people associate achievement with material things they have amassed in a year or so. But this could be wrong. If we tie our successes on how much we have acquired over time or by how many degrees we have secured from colleges then it…
