He is also the founder of METRIKA (metrika.co.ke) and of Tuko Creatives. Based in Nairobi, he writes and edits every Nchiwise explainer and produces the channel's videos on infrastructure, money, technology, sport and world events through a Kenyan lens.
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Latest explainers
New York City Marathon 2026: Chepkirui wins again as Kenyan women take four of the top five places
Sheila Chepkirui won the women's race in New York on 1 November, six seconds ahead of the American Jessica McClain. In the men's race, defending champion Benson Kipruto finished fourth as Sweden's Andreas Almgren won on his marathon debut.
Ebola in Kenya and the Saudi travel ban: the facts, and what it means for you
Kenya has nine confirmed Ebola cases, all in one cluster, and no new infections since 19 October. Saudi Arabia has still halted visas and entry from Kenya. Here is what is happening, how Ebola spreads, and what travellers and workers should know.
Kenyans recruited into Russia's army: what Ruto and Putin agreed
Hundreds of Kenyans went to Russia expecting civilian jobs and ended up at war in Ukraine. After talks in Moscow, Russia says it will stop recruiting Kenyans and help bring them home. Here is what was agreed, and what is still unclear.
The new JKIA: what the KSh154 billion upgrade will build, and when
Work has started on a new passenger terminal and upgrades at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Here is what is being built, who is building it, how it is paid for, and the questions still being asked.
Mombasa Road: the roadworks, the Expressway above it, and the plan for a four-lane highway to the coast
Mombasa Road is Kenya's busiest artery: the road to JKIA, the Nairobi Expressway above it, and the route to the port. Here is what the recent works were for, and the plan to widen the whole road to Mombasa.
Nairobi's CBD makeover: new walkways, the streets being upgraded, and the court case
New paving, recarpeted roads and street lights are changing how the city centre looks. Here is which streets are done, which are next, who is behind it, and why it is being challenged in court.
Lecturers' strike ends: what the signed KSh20 billion deal means for students and universities
The deal is signed and public universities reopen on 2 November after a month-long strike. Here is what lecturers asked for, what they got, and what students should watch next.
US midterms on 3 November: what is at stake, and why Kenya should watch
Americans vote on Tuesday for all 435 House seats, about a third of the Senate and 36 governors. The result decides how much power President Trump has for his last two years, including over trade deals that matter to Kenyan jobs.
El Niño and the short rains: what Kenya should expect, and how to prepare
Forecasters expect above-average rain across about 80% of Kenya this season, with a strong El Niño that could last into 2027. Here is the outlook by region, what past El Niños did, and how to stay safe.
Is this World War III? What is really happening, and what it means for Kenya
"World War III" is trending again. Here are the facts behind the fear: three real conflicts, what experts actually say, and how it reaches Kenyan pockets.
Kenyans in the Gulf: what the Middle East conflict means for workers and their families
About half a million Kenyans live and work in the Middle East. Here is what is happening, and practical steps for them and their families at home.
Inflation hits 7.3%: what rising fuel and food prices mean for your pocket
Prices in October 2026 were 7.3% higher than a year earlier, driven by fuel, transport and food. Here is what changed and why.
Bayern Munich vs Ajax in Nairobi: what the new stadium's opening match means
Two of Europe's biggest clubs will open Kenya's new 60,000-seat national stadium on 5 January 2027, months before AFCON.
The 60 km Nairobi–Thika Expressway: what we know, and what we don't
The government plans a new expressway from Museum Hill to Thika to ease one of Nairobi's worst traffic corridors. Here are the facts so far.
NSSF Twin Towers: inside the plan for East Africa's tallest building
A Ksh30 billion, 60-storey tower is planned for the heart of Nairobi, built with workers' pension money. Here is what is planned, and the questions worth asking.
AFCON 2027: is East Africa ready to host Africa's biggest football tournament?
Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania will co-host the Africa Cup of Nations in June and July 2027. Here is where the stadiums stand.
SHA explained: what replaced NHIF, what you pay, and why only some members pay
The Social Health Authority was one of Kenya's most-searched topics of 2025. Here is how it works, in plain language.
Seven golds in Tokyo: Kenya's record run at the 2025 World Athletics Championships
Kenya finished second on the medal table in Tokyo, and women won six of its seven gold medals.
Google, YouTube, ChatGPT and the taxman: what Kenyans actually do online
Two government websites sit among Kenya's 20 most-visited sites. Here is what the traffic data reveals.
Kenya online in 2026: 23.4 million connected, and most of the country still to come
Kenya has more smartphones and mobile-money accounts than ever, yet fewer than half of Kenyans use the internet. Here is what the numbers say.
YouTube, WhatsApp and TikTok: how Kenyans get their news in 2026
Video platforms and creators have become main news sources for many Kenyans, and trust in news remains high.
The Finance Bill 'land rent' rumour: what happened, and how to check a bill yourself
In May 2026, Parliament had to deny a viral claim about the Finance Bill. Here is how to check what a bill really says.
Kenya's online ad market is set to nearly double. Why creators still earn less per view
Advertisers are pouring money into Kenya's internet, but a view from Nairobi earns a fraction of a view from New York.
Election 2027: the dates every Kenyan voter should know
Kenya votes on 10 August 2027. Here is the official timeline from resignations to election day, in plain language.