There is a proper BLACKOUT in the Singapore suburbs of Nairobi West and South C...since around 11am.
@KenyaPower_Care and @KenyaPower ... this is not very 1st world. Fix it if you may...
Celebrating the Full Pantheon of Kenyan Courage
This Mashujaa Day, we reflect on the generations of Kenyans whose acts of courage, sacrifice, and resistance have shaped the soul of our republic. From the warriors of our earliest struggles to the reformers of today, Mashujaa Day is more than a holiday. It’s a sacred remembrance of the price of freedom and the promise of a more just and democratic nation.
The Foundation of Uhuru: The Pioneers of Resistance
We honour the heroes who laid the bedrock of our independence. Dedan Kimathi stands as the embodiment of the Mau Mau spirit; a symbol of defiance against colonial oppression. Long before independence, women like Mekatilili wa Menza challenged foreign rule with bravery and vision, showing that the spirit of resistance was never bound by gender.
Muthoni wa Kirima, Ann Njogu, Njoki wa Gichinga, Jacinta Kabika, and Sarah Sarai remind us that freedom demanded foundational courage, often paid for in suffering, imprisonment, and social exclusion.
The Fight for Voice and Democracy: Kenya’s Second Liberation
After 1963, the struggle evolved. It became a fight against internal authoritarianism, a fight for space, justice, and equality. We celebrate the pioneers who fought to expand democracy in the face of political repression.
Grace Onyango shattered ceilings as the first woman elected to Parliament. Chelagat Mutai, Julia Ojiambo, Phoebe Asiyo, and Nyiva Mwendwa fought for the inclusion of women in political lifeof, ten at great personal risk.
Dekha Ibrahim Abdi’s peacebuilding efforts remind us that Mashujaas are not only found in political offices, but also in communities, resolving conflict, mobilizing hope, and building peace from the grassroots up.
We honour the champions of the multi-party movement—Jaramogi Oginga Odinga, Kenneth Matiba, Martin Shikuku, James Orengo, Charles Rubia, Martha Karua, Charity Ngilu, Prof. Anyang' Nyong’o and others, who stood firm during the darkest days of dictatorship, when freedom of expression came at a steep price.
The Longest-Serving Detainee
Central to this chapter is Raila Amolo Odinga, Kenya’s longest-serving political detainee. His sacrifices, spanning detentions without trial, harassment, and exile defined the spirit of the Second Liberation.
Through tireless advocacy and unrelenting commitment to justice, Raila became the face of resistance to authoritarianism. His work was instrumental in delivering the 2010 Constitution, a document that decentralised power, championed inclusion, and ended the imperial presidency. His decision to put nation before personal ambition stands as a model of political maturity and statesmanship.
Mashujaas of Environment & Civic Duty
We also honour Professor Wangari Maathai, environmentalist, Nobel Peace Laureate, and founder of the Green Belt Movement. She linked the health of our environment to the health of our democracy. Her work taught us that true patriotism includes protecting our forests, rivers, and future.
Mashujaa Day is not just about famous names, it is a tribute to millions of unnamed heroes: teachers shaping minds, health workers saving lives, farmers feeding a nation, and citizens who push back against corruption, inequality, and injustice.
It is about the mothers who organize their communities, the youth who demand accountability, the elders who preserve our history, and the countless Kenyans who choose hope over fear, and courage over silence.
A Call to Action
As we celebrate Mashujaa Day 2025, let us not only look back in honour, but also look forward in responsibility. Let us build on the foundation of those who came before us. Let us nurture democracy, uphold justice, and deepen unity.
The fire of the Shujaa still burns in every corner of Kenya. May it light our way toward a more inclusive, more prosperous, and more dignified future for all.
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Innalillahi wa Inna Ilaihi Rajiun!
May Allah grant Saleh Al-Jafarawi the highest level in paradise....
Please listen to and try to share his beautiful recitation of the Qur’an, as it may be counted as a sadaqah for him....
Please listen to and share his beautiful recitation of the Qur’an, as it may be counted as a sadaqah for him
May Allah grant him the highest level of Jannah
My husband’s janazah will be held tomorrow at 6pm at Messaimeer Muslim Cemetery, Doha, Qatar.
If you’re here, please attend.
If you’re unable to attend, please keep him in your du’as. May Allah forgive his shortcomings and grant him the highest ranks in Jannah. Ameen
Pls RT 🙏🏽
This is my will and my final message. If these words reach you, know that Israel has succeeded in killing me and silencing my voice. First, peace be upon you and Allah’s mercy and blessings.
Allah knows I gave every effort and all my strength to be a support and a voice for my people, ever since I opened my eyes to life in the alleys and streets of the Jabalia refugee camp. My hope was that Allah would extend my life so I could return with my family and loved ones to our original town of occupied Asqalan (Al-Majdal). But Allah’s will came first, and His decree is final. I have lived through pain in all its details, tasted suffering and loss many times, yet I never once hesitated to convey the truth as it is, without distortion or falsification—so that Allah may bear witness against those who stayed silent, those who accepted our killing, those who choked our breath, and whose hearts were unmoved by the scattered remains of our children and women, doing nothing to stop the massacre that our people have faced for more than a year and a half.
I entrust you with Palestine—the jewel in the crown of the Muslim world, the heartbeat of every free person in this world. I entrust you with its people, with its wronged and innocent children who never had the time to dream or live in safety and peace. Their pure bodies were crushed under thousands of tons of Israeli bombs and missiles, torn apart and scattered across the walls.
I urge you not to let chains silence you, nor borders restrain you. Be bridges toward the liberation of the land and its people, until the sun of dignity and freedom rises over our stolen homeland. I entrust you to take care of my family. I entrust you with my beloved daughter Sham, the light of my eyes, whom I never got the chance to watch grow up as I had dreamed.
I entrust you with my dear son Salah, whom I had wished to support and accompany through life until he grew strong enough to carry my burden and continue the mission.
I entrust you with my beloved mother, whose blessed prayers brought me to where I am, whose supplications were my fortress and whose light guided my path. I pray that Allah grants her strength and rewards her on my behalf with the best of rewards.
I also entrust you with my lifelong companion, my beloved wife, Umm Salah (Bayan), from whom the war separated me for many long days and months. Yet she remained faithful to our bond, steadfast as the trunk of an olive tree that does not bend—patient, trusting in Allah, and carrying the responsibility in my absence with all her strength and faith.
I urge you to stand by them, to be their support after Allah Almighty. If I die, I die steadfast upon my principles. I testify before Allah that I am content with His decree, certain of meeting Him, and assured that what is with Allah is better and everlasting.
O Allah, accept me among the martyrs, forgive my past and future sins, and make my blood a light that illuminates the path of freedom for my people and my family. Forgive me if I have fallen short, and pray for me with mercy, for I kept my promise and never changed or betrayed it.
Do not forget Gaza… And do not forget me in your sincere prayers for forgiveness and acceptance.
Anas Jamal Al-Sharif
06.04.2025
This is what our beloved Anas requested to be published upon his martyrdom.
Honored to attend the donor roundtable for the Takaba Water Master Plan, a crucial initiative aimed at enhancing Climate Resilience and securing Sustainable Water Services for Takaba, Mandera County.
The water crisis is inherently linked to the climate crisis, by addressing water scarcity, we not only ensure reliable access to water but also strengthen food security and mitigate the impacts of climate change.
This master plan underscores the urgent need for resilient water infrastructure, especially in the Northeastern region, which faces unique challenges from both climate change and resource scarcity. Building infrastructure that can withstand these challenges is key to securing water for current and future generations.
It was encouraging to witness strong commitments from the various development partners and the county government alike.
It was also wonderful to reconnect with inspiring women and leaders committed to driving positive change.
#ClimateResilience #SustainableWater