Beacon of Hope: How a Medical Camp in Kibera is Transforming Women’s Lives
The line began forming before dawn, a quiet procession of women wrapped in colorful kangas against the morning chill. By sunrise, hundreds had gathered outside the Kibera D.O Health Centre, their patient anticipation belying the urgency of their needs. This was no ordinary day – it was a rare chance for these women, sime of…
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Blueprint for the Blue Economy: Marine Planning in East Africa.
Kenya and Tanzania’s coastal waters harbor some of East Africa’s richest marine biodiversity, providing livelihoods to millions through fishing, tourism, and maritime trade. Yet these vital ecosystems face mounting pressure from overfishing, pollution, habitat degradation, and climate change. To confront these challenges, regional leaders are advancing more coordinated and sustainable approaches to ocean governance. At…
LSK Demands Justice for Protest Killings, Slams Police Inaction.
The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has called for immediate accountability over the brutal killings of unarmed civilians by security officers during last year’s protests, following a damning BBC Africa Eye investigation that exposed shocking police executions. In a strongly worded statement, LSK President Faith Odhiambo condemned the extrajudicial killings and demanded urgent investigations into…
Telling Africa’s Story, One Brand at a Time.
What comes to mind when you hear names like Uber, Safaricom, or Emirates? Perhaps innovation, resilience, or global relevance. All these qualities have one thing in common – strategic public relations. Public relations has evolved far beyond media visibility. Today, it is a strategic pillar in brand development, positioning companies for regional and global influence….
Murang’a Governor Files Contempt Case Against Budget Controller Over Delayed Student Bursaries.
Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata has declared legal action against the Controller of Budget, accusing the office of defying a court order to release Ksh 15 million in critical bursary funds ahead of schools reopening this week. The delay threatens to derail education for thousands of vulnerable students reliant on county support. Governor Kang’ata, addressing journalists…
Communities Take Charge: New Initiative Puts Locals at Heart of County Projects.
Principal Secretary Michael Loikenu Lenasalon addresses attendees at the close of the PMC training workshop in Makueni County. In a significant shift toward grassroots-driven development, local communities are set to have a stronger voice in county projects following the launch of a new initiative by the State Department of Devolution. The program, which introduces Community-Led…
Gov’t Cracks Down on Illegal Children’s Homes – Only Law-Breakers Will Be Shut Down.
Cabinet Secretary for Labour and Social Protection Dr. Alfred Mutua together with PS Caren Ageng’o during the official handover of the newly established State Department for Children Welfare Services . The Kenyan government has reassured the public that only illegal and non-compliant children’s homes will face closure, as part of a renewed effort to protect…
Promoting Ocean Protection and Conservation in East Africa .
As efforts to re-energize East Africa’s blue economy get underway, ocean protection and conservation remain a key factor. The region takes pride in its rich marine biodiversity, a factor that positively impacts various economic activities, including fishing and tourism. Although the East African coast faces challenges towards achieving protection and conservation goals, various strategies have…
Bunge La Mwananchi Demand Gachagua’s Arrest Over Claims Kenya Fuels Sudan War.
A storm is brewing in Kenya’s political landscape after the grassroots organization Bunge la Wananchi called for former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s immediate arrest, accusing him of spreading dangerous falsehoods about Kenya’s involvement in Sudan’s civil war. The dramatic demand came during an emotionally charged press conference at Nairobi’s historic Jevanjee Gardens, where activists presented…
Kenya Champions Regional Push to End Gender-Based Violence with New Strategy.
The Kenyan government has reinforced its dedication to eradicating sexual and gender-based violence through a groundbreaking regional initiative designed to enhance prevention measures, improve response systems, and bolster support for survivors. The announcement came during a pivotal three-day workshop in Nairobi that brought together key stakeholders from across the Great Lakes region. Emily Opati, Deputy…