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When the Earth Shakes, So Does the Narrative

Natural disasters have an extraordinary way of exposing far more than collapsed buildings and fractured roads. They expose governments. An earthquake is an unforgiving auditor. It tests the strength of infrastructure, the preparedness of emergency services and the resilience of communities. Just as importantly, it tests the character of those in power. The recent twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela have once again demonstrated a truth that extends well beyond South America. When catastrophe strikes, governments face two battles. The first is against the disaster itself. The second is against the story that emerges from it. Too often, the latter begins to eclipse the former. The Battle for Information In the immediate aftermath of the earthquakes, reports suggested that rescue efforts struggled to match the scale and urgency of the devastation. Journalists arriving in some of the hardest-hit areas encountered not only scenes of destruction, but increasing restrictions on access. As c...
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Operation in High Gear After Sakaja Orders Closure of Wines and Spirits Shops

On Friday 23 February 2024, Nairobi governor Johnson Sakaja ordered the removal, within seven days, of all outlets selling wines and spirits at bus termini in the county. "We will no longer allow disorder in the city," he warned during a meeting that brought together stakeholders in the transport sector, including the Matatu Owners Association (MOA) and officials from the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA). "Nairobi is the capital city," he added. "We are working round the clock to ensure this. That is why today, I have directed the removal of all wines and spirits shops located around matatu terminals."

The operation, which commenced over the weekend, is in high gear.



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