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Monthly Archives: May 2023

Students of St. Mary's Ukwala High School Journalism and Book Club and their patrons pose for a photo after journalism competitions recently. PHOTO/ Bonface Otieno, Scholar Media Africa.

How St. Mary’s Ukwala Journalism Club is sharpening young journalists

St. Mary's Ukwala Journalism Club won during news production competitions. There's need to equip journalism-interested young students on journalistic practices and give them space for...
Young woman taking notes while going through paperwork in her remote-work schedule. Africa's future of work is taking shape towards innovation, remote jobs and tech-backed approaches. PHOTO/techcabal.

Decoding Africa’s future of remote work and gig economy

A digital transformation is unfolding in Africa. The entrepreneurial spirit in Africa is thriving, with remote work playing a pivotal role in fueling the momentum.  The...
Ezekiel Kang'aa, an actor, videographer, graphic designer, and CEO of Spinjets Production. His focus is inspiring people through his skills. PHOTO/Courtesy.

Kang’aa: I create content to transform communities

He drew inspiration from the weekly comic book magazines he used to read. His passion for acting began in standard six. Producing content that resonates with...
Prof. Joachim Osur, Vice Chancellor, Amref International University, presenting his inaugural professorial lecture at Amref International University (AMIU) on May, 12, 2023. PHOTO/AMIU.

AMIU’s Vice Chancellor epitomizes expertise during professorial lecture

The lecture is an opportunity for the newly-appointed professor to accentuate their exciting, groundbreaking research. It was leaned towards sexology and reproductive health. Prof. Osur is...
An E-poster with details of the mental health awareness conversation. PHOTO/AMWIK.

Destigmatize mental health, advocates send clarion call

Poor mental health can immensely lower productivity in the workplace. Some of the triggers of mental health are tied to workplace stressors. Positive psychology helps us...
A section of residents of Matisi Ward, Trans Nzoia County, after receiving complete cooking gas cylinders from Mwale Mahanga, their Member of County Assembly. PHOTO/Courtesy.

Amid health concerns, there’s need to eradicate smoky kitchens

The world is breathing unclean air. Mothers who cook with clean energy sources during pregnancy have healthier babies. Most women who use firewood as a source...
Patricia Mativo, 27. She is a PWDs advocate and the Vice Chairperson, United Nations Fund Population Youth Advisory (UNFPA) panel. PHOTO/Courtesy.

Patricia Mativo, a woman of firsts questing to change the narrative 

She finds motivation in people who see her as disabled, instead of differently-abled. Accepting the new condition demanded patience, inclusive change, flexibility, and acceptance. Last year,...
Rachael Agatha, an author and young leader breaking barriers to achieve her dream of an Africa full of readers through Read Us Africa, an NGO that she founded. PHOTO/Courtesy.

From Passion to Purpose: Agatha, a champion in the making

She is an award-winning author, founder and young leader. Her Read Us Africa initiative has since expanded to 10 African countries and 40 universities worldwide. Later...
Cover page of the novel A Journey to Becoming, written by Egara Kabaji. PHOTO/Courtesy.

BOOK REVIEW: A Journey to Becoming 

Author:  Egara Kabaji Title: A Journey to Becoming (A Novel) Contact:  egarakabaji@gmail.com  Cost:  KSh400 Publisher and Year: One Planet Publishing and Media Services Ltd, 2022 Reviewer: Mbukha Shitemi Egara Kabaji’s A...
Ebrahim Adamjee, Medical Affairs Head, Specialty Medicines & Programs, Novartis Sub-Saharan Africa. PHOTO/Courtesy.

Closing gap for infants crucial to boosting fight against malaria

By Ebrahim Adamjee Pregnancy reduces maternal immunity to malaria and other illnesses. Despite efforts, malaria remains a significant health challenge in Sub-Saharan Africa. Regular monitoring of antimalarial...