Nairobi, April 27 -- Behaving badly * Politicians should stop hijacking funerals for their own interests, says Ruth Gituma. "It's disturbing to see them exploiting the captive audience instead of consoling the bereaved families. They settle personal scores and air their dirty political linen. The dead deserve a solemn farewell. Can grieving families set rules to protect the dignity of their loved ones?" Her contact is [email protected].

ODM Split * The split of ODM into two groups is destroying the legacy of the late founding leader, Raila Odinga, says Dave Tumbula. "At the weekend, the group led by Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna and Siaya Senator James Orengo held a political rally in Kisumu, while the one under party leader Oburu ...