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The announcement of the 2025/2026 budget sent ripples across Kenya, each wave carrying a unique perspective and a set of expectations. The Treasury’s proclamation of “the best budget ever” was met with a chorus of responses, a mix of anticipation, apprehension, and a pragmatic ‘wait and see’ attitude. The story of the budget, however, is […]
In the winter of 2024, Kenya’s streets echoed with chants, placards, and defiant TikToks as Generation Z rose in massive protests against the Finance Bill. What started as a tax revolt became a national reckoning, one that cost young lives. Many of those who marched never returned home. Today, some of their names are etched […]
International Albinism Awareness Day (IAAD) is observed annually on June 13 to promote the human rights of people with albinism and raise awareness about the challenges they face. Albinism is a genetic condition that results in a lack of melanin pigment in the skin, hair and eyes. This makes individuals with albinism highly sensitive to sunlight and prone […]
The death of Albert Ojwang has cast a long shadow of uncertainty, raising critical questions about the circumstances surrounding his demise. Conflicting reports from the police and the findings of the autopsy have only deepened the mystery, leaving the public and Ojwang’s family searching for answers. The initial reports from the police presented a narrative […]
In recent years, Kenya has seen a troubling rise in mental health issues among its youth. This silent epidemic is affecting thousands, yet it remains largely unnoticed, overshadowed by societal stigma, inadequate healthcare resources, and economic struggles. With a youthful population facing mounting pressures, mental health challenges have become a crisis that demands urgent attention. […]
Kisii County, with its lush landscapes and vibrant communities, faces the critical need to protect its environment. As the world marks Environmental Day, it’s an opportune moment to reflect on the steps Kisii County can take to ensure a sustainable future. One of the primary areas of focus should be sustainable agriculture. Promoting eco-friendly farming […]
Carbon credit initiatives in Kenya, particularly in regions like Oldonyo Nyokie Maasai land, have sparked significant debate due to their impact on soil health, agricultural practices, and the livelihoods of indigenous communities. While some projects, such as the Kenya Agricultural Carbon Project (KACP), have demonstrated benefits like improved soil fertility and increased crop yields through sustainable farming […]
Kung’u Karumba was a Kenyan nationalist and freedom fighter, best known as a member of the Kapenguria Six, alongside Jomo Kenyatta, Bildad Kaggia, Fred Kubai, Paul Ngei and Achieng Oneko Karumba was born around 1902 in Kikuyu, Kiambu County, Kenya, which was then part of the East Africa Protectorate under British colonial rule.Karumba was raised in […]
The issue of marriage planning among young people, has become a huge challenge amongst young people, it has become a huge problem when it reaches a time when one feels ready to have someone that he could tie knots with. Many take the previous relationships as lessons that might influence their ideologies and perceptions about […]
In an age where smartphone can do what once required a full news crew, mobile journalism{mojo}, as its often called is rapidly transforming how we create and consume news. With just a phone, a journalist can shoot, edit and publish a story in real time from anywhere in the world. It’s fast, flexible and highly […]
