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The voice behind the booth: Why language services are next big thing
For nearly a decade, Rivaton Translators has been at the centre of this work—bridging languages, connecting cultures, and enabling global conversations right here in Kenya’s capital.
By 11 days ago
The voice behind the booth: Why language services are next big thing
UN faces historic budget cuts as Trump slashes funding
The United Nations is facing its most severe financial crisis in decades after the Trump administration drastically cut US contributions.
By 11 days ago
UN faces historic budget cuts as Trump slashes funding
Primal instincts: Counties struggle with human-wildlife conflict
In Kitui County’s arid and semi-arid lands, farmers have long struggled with food and nutrition security, partly due to crop damage by wild animals including monkeys.
By 19 days ago
Primal instincts: Counties struggle with human-wildlife conflict
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From TikTok to the streets: Nepal's Gen Z revolution and the global cry for system change
The once vibrant capital of Kathmandu, the scent of momo dumplings, and the warm humility of the Nepali has in recent days been turned into a battlefield.
By 21 days ago
From TikTok to the streets: Nepal's Gen Z revolution and the global cry for system change
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Potato thieves and bean raiders: The Monkey Mafia of Ukwala
"Our bosses are already headed to Lifunga to meet the assistant chief and farmers. They've been complaining a lot about these monkeys; they called the KWS for a barasa."
By 23 days ago
Potato thieves and bean raiders: The Monkey Mafia of Ukwala
Health workers threaten strike in 21 days over UHC jobs
KUCO Secretary General George Gibore said the CoG’s recent declaration disregarded lawful directives and worsened the crisis facing healthcare workers.
By 26 days ago
Health workers threaten strike in 21 days over UHC jobs
Weak data leaves Africa guessing on vaccines, Long COVID-19 impact
The WHO African Region experienced its deadliest period in August 2021, with record weekly death tolls during the continent’s third wave.
By 1 month ago
Weak data leaves Africa guessing on vaccines, Long COVID-19 impact
Milk Mamas of Samburu nurture baby jumbos to life with goat milk
Samburu women supply goat milk, keeping orphaned elephants alive daily.Reteti Sanctuary rescues calves, empowering communities.
By 1 month ago
Milk Mamas of Samburu nurture baby jumbos to life with goat milk
Safaricom expands role as enterprise technology partner
Safaricom PLC has reaffirmed its position as a trusted technology partner for businesses of all sizes since marking 16 years of supporting enterprises in Kenya.
By 1 month ago
Safaricom expands role as enterprise technology partner
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Long'uro: The trunkless elephant eaten by hyenas but refusing to give up
Five years ago, Long'uro, whose name means ‘cut’ in Samburu, was trapped in a well, brutally attacked by hyenas who tore off his trunk and ate it.
By 1 month ago
Long'uro: The trunkless elephant eaten by hyenas but refusing to give up
Raising a kinder generation: How school clubs are transforming animal welfare
Cruelty towards animals is normalised, hidden in plain sight behind cultural practices, economic hardship, and indifference.
By 1 month ago
Raising a kinder generation: How school clubs are transforming animal welfare
Why teachers oppose push to devolve education
KUPPET has opposed a proposal by ODM leader Raila Odinga to devolve primary and secondary education to counties.
By 1 month ago
Why teachers oppose push to devolve education
The deadliest danger for mothers is postpartum bleeding, not the roads
Postpartum haemorrhage is the leading cause of maternal deaths in Kenya, killing more women during childbirth than road accidents, with experts warning that the crisis is deadly but barely visible.
By 1 month ago
The deadliest danger for mothers is postpartum bleeding, not the roads
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The hidden reality of forced pregnancy tests in schools
Some schools subject students to intrusive, unconsented searches by teachers under the guise of looking for ‘illegal’ items
By 1 month ago
The hidden reality of forced pregnancy tests in schools
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Why these gentle giants don't intermarry
Elephants mourn their dead, remember childhood friends decades later, and can trace their family lines across vast landscapes.
By 1 month ago
Why these gentle giants don't intermarry
Ostrich leaves vets eating dust in the savannah
Beyond external parasites, ostriches face numerous internal threats including tapeworms and various intestinal parasites.
By 1 month ago
Ostrich leaves vets eating dust in the savannah
Ministry slams KHRC over Hustler Fund report, terms it politically biased
CS Wycliffe Oparanya and PS Susan Mang’eni said KHRC's report, titled Failing the Hustlers, was deliberately skewed and failed to reflect the current status of the fund.
By 2 months ago
Ministry slams KHRC over Hustler Fund report, terms it politically biased
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Deadlier than crashes: How bleeding crisis is haunting delivery rooms
According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), over 287,000 women died globally in 2020 due to pregnancy and childbirth complications.
By 2 months ago
Deadlier than crashes: How bleeding crisis is haunting delivery rooms
Epidemic in slow motion: Experts sound alarm over rise in NCDs deaths
Cardiovascular diseases, including heart attacks and strokes, ranked third in 2024, with 7,478 deaths.
By 2 months ago
Epidemic in slow motion: Experts sound alarm over rise in NCDs deaths
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Kindiki: The 'whispering deputy' who tried to 'roar' but gave Sh64 only
Behold! Kindiki, the whispering deputy. His voice is so faint, it needs Wi-Fi to reach the back of a rally crowd. If political power were measured in decibels, he’d still be searching for a network.
By 2 months ago
Kindiki: The 'whispering deputy' who tried to 'roar' but gave Sh64 only
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End of 'I do'? Urban couples find joy without formal marriage vows
For many urban women, the journey to love and family no longer follows the traditional script of weddings and dowries.
By 2 months ago
End of 'I do'? Urban couples find joy without formal marriage vows
Myths and misconceptions blamed for low uptake of HPV vaccines
Counties in Northern Kenya continue to record alarmingly low uptake of HPV vaccine, with less than one per cent of eligible girls receiving the jab.
By 2 months ago
Myths and misconceptions blamed for low uptake of HPV vaccines
Doctors' strike persist as health crisis deepens in Kiambu county
KMPDU is accusing the county of defying court orders and turning a blind eye to the collapsing healthcare infrastructure.
By 2 months ago
Doctors' strike persist as health crisis deepens in Kiambu county
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The Last Laugh: Why Kenya's most detested carnivore deserves better
Hyenas are increasingly boxed in, both physically and psychologically. Human-caused hyena mortality has increased compared to lion-caused hyena mortality.
By 2 months ago
The Last Laugh: Why Kenya's most detested carnivore deserves better
Women's group calls for peaceful dispute resolution as Kenya faces rising tensions
WADR warned that continued conflict threatens to erode hard-won gains in governance, entrepreneurship, innovation, and the rule of law.
By 2 months ago
Women's group calls for peaceful dispute resolution as Kenya faces rising tensions
How Kibra youth are turning trash into treasure
Youth-led initiative transforms Kibera’s waste into jobs and clean environment. Slums Going Green inspires Africa by recycling plastics into useful products.
By 2 months ago
How Kibra youth are turning trash into treasure
Tony Gachoka condemns Ruto's 'shoot protesters' order
Political commentator Tony Gachoka has condemned President William Ruto’s controversial remarks, allegedly instructing police officers to shoot protesters.
By 2 months ago
Tony Gachoka condemns Ruto's 'shoot protesters' order
Malnutrition, obesity persist among African children
In countries like Kenya and South Africa, this contradiction is especially stark. We can develop mRNA vaccines in record time, but we can’t guarantee a child a balanced meal.
By 2 months ago
Malnutrition, obesity persist among African children
Economy and politics major contributors of child malnutrition
In a world armed with unprecedented scientific knowledge, lifesaving medicines, and sophisticated health technologies, millions of African children continue to suffer from malnutrition and obesity.
By 3 months ago
Economy and politics major contributors of child malnutrition
I was attacked in broad daylight as police watched, lawyer claims
His assault, now gone viral, has seen police officers accused of enabling the violence.
By 3 months ago
I was attacked in broad daylight as police watched, lawyer claims
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Motor Neurone Disease: When the body fails but mind remains aware
Though it affects a tiny fraction of the population globally, MND is a cruel and relentless illness with no cure
By 3 months ago
Motor Neurone Disease: When the body fails but mind remains aware
Africa urged to invest in data to curb maternal deaths
Africa is falling behind in its quest to meet the 2030 Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) targets for maternal and newborn health.
By 3 months ago
Africa urged to invest in data to curb maternal deaths
New research reveals lasting physical, mental scars of FGM
Female genital mutilation, long condemned as a violation of human rights, has now been definitively linked to a wide range of serious and lasting health complications.
By 3 months ago
New research reveals lasting physical, mental scars of FGM
Chandaria leads key support for disabled children
The Chandaria Foundation has donated an assortment of vital items to Bobleo Children's Home in West Pokot County, in partnership with Standard Group, EKA Hotel and others.
By 3 months ago
Chandaria leads key support for disabled children
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Not the biggest bully being threatened by mtu mdogo with a website
Rose Njeri, the soft-spoken mother of two, was apparently too intelligent to be left unbothered by a government that breaks into a sweat at the sight of an Excel spreadsheet. 
By 3 months ago
Not the biggest bully being threatened by mtu mdogo with a website
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Deadly parasite mimics malaria, quietly claiming lives undetected
This deadly yet neglected disease continues to afflict thousands, quietly claiming lives in communities already battling poverty, hunger, and limited access to health care.
By 4 months ago
Deadly parasite mimics malaria, quietly claiming lives undetected
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The voice behind the booth: Why language services are next big thing
For nearly a decade, Rivaton Translators has been at the centre of this work—bridging languages, connecting cultures, and enabling global conversations right here in Kenya’s capital.
By 11 days ago
The voice behind the booth: Why language services are next big thing
UN faces historic budget cuts as Trump slashes funding
The United Nations is facing its most severe financial crisis in decades after the Trump administration drastically cut US contributions.
By 11 days ago
UN faces historic budget cuts as Trump slashes funding
Primal instincts: Counties struggle with human-wildlife conflict
In Kitui County’s arid and semi-arid lands, farmers have long struggled with food and nutrition security, partly due to crop damage by wild animals including monkeys.
By 19 days ago
Primal instincts: Counties struggle with human-wildlife conflict
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From TikTok to the streets: Nepal's Gen Z revolution and the global cry for system change
The once vibrant capital of Kathmandu, the scent of momo dumplings, and the warm humility of the Nepali has in recent days been turned into a battlefield.
By 21 days ago
From TikTok to the streets: Nepal's Gen Z revolution and the global cry for system change
Why ODM and Kalonzo's Wiper are in war of words over Raila's health
Politics
By David Odongo and Irene Githinji
14 mins ago
Why President Ruto is now a very happy man
Macharia Munene
By Macharia Munene
19 mins ago
Understanding possibility of remission in diabetes
Health & Science
By Ryan Kerubo
1 hr ago
When the health of political leaders is a public matter
Politics
By Irene Githinji
2 hrs ago