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WHAT NEXT FOR THE PEOPLE OF MERU?

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Meru County, nestled on the eastern slopes of Mount Kenya, has long been a region of vibrant political activity. Known for its diverse culture, rich agricultural lands, and strategic importance, Meru is now becoming equally known for its political drama. The past months have seen Meru being a hotbed of political intrigue, power play, and even an attempted ouster of its governor. But what is really happening in Meru, and why is it so significant? The Political Landscape of Meru Meru's politics have always been colorful, characterized by a mix of traditional leadership structures and modern political dynamics. Historically, the region has been governed by a blend of community elders, known as the Njuri Ncheke, and elected officials. This unique interplay has often created a delicate balance between respecting traditional governance and embracing the democratic process. However, in the past few years, this balance has been disrupted. The county has experienced rising political tension

A baby rescued alive from rubble after Turkey earthquake; as search for survivors continues

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 A 7.7 magnitude tremor struck the Pazarcik disctrict of Kahramanmaras province in Turkey which in about nine hours later, a 7.6 magnitude quake centered and affected several other provinces.  The earthquake was also felt in several countries in the region including Lebanon and Syria. At least 3,432 people have been confirmed dead whereas 21,103 are nursing injuries in 10 provinces of Turkey after the two strong earthquakes thrusted the southern part of  the country on Monday.  More than 8,000 people have been rescued.  More than 2,100 miners have been sent off to help in search and rescue efforts in the affected areas.  Disaster teams from North West Turkey rescued a six-month-old baby who was under the rubble for about 33 hours in quake-hit Hatay province. The rescue workers pulled out the 'poor' baby who was barely crying and appeared to be dirty but unscarred. The mother emerged shortly after, able to walk in Hatay province. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has declar

DIVORCE, THE NEW NORM?

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The number of Kenyans seeking divorce has been alarming as it increases every year. This suggests an upheaval in families. Statistics from the courts covering 2013 to 2022 show that there is a rise in divorce cases arising from the character of the partners. As of 2022, the divorce and separation cases stood at 5,611 having increased from 2013 which was 1,194. In connection to this, the Kenyan Supreme Court ruled on Friday that married couples are not automatically entitled to equal shares of matrimonial property in case of divorce. This precedential ruling stated that upon divorce each spouse should leave their marriage with the wealth each individual acquored themself. The Supreme Court of Kenya has ruled that spouses are not authorized to share the matrimonial assests equally, 50/50, after divorce. The Courts further elaborated that distribution of property is solely based on what the individual has been bringing to the table. The Court also stated that while Article 45(3) of the Co

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