2025 Intake Open University of Kenya
2025 Intake Open University of Kenya

Africa

While many genuine pastors and churches exist in Uganda, the wanton rise of churches and religious merchants in Uganda in recent times has diluted the truth, trading it for lies and deceit. PHOTO/Courtesy.

Deceived Ugandans? A peek into the proliferation of faux churches, teachings

The actions of some pastors and the questionable practices within these churches have raised concerns among many. As the number of churches continues to rise, Ugandans need to exercise discernment and critically evaluate the messages...
National Peace Council members, led by His Eminence Dr. Kennedy Waningu (left), the President for Africa and Provost, International College of Peace Studies (ICOPS), and peace ambassadors, pose for a photo after giving a press briefing on the state of peace in Niger, where they called for diplomatic negotiations. PHOTO/Courtesy.

Niger: Office of His Eminence, diplomats call for inclusive dialogue for peace

On July 26, 2023, members of the presidential guard ousted Niger’s democratically elected President, Mohamed Bazoum, before the military junta took over the West African country’s leadership.   Fears are that if such instances of...
Amb. Dominic Obadiah, a change agent who has been advocating for peace, humanitarian diplomacy, mental health and civility, holding his 2022 National Leader Award by Mental Real-Of-State, an organization by Michael Freeland. He has bagged myriad awards in his journey towards changing the world. PHOTO/Courtesy.

From hospitality to world ambassador; Obadiah’s journey in humanitarian diplomacy

In 2022, the iChange Nations delegation visited Kenya and Amb. Obadiah was honored and awarded as a World Civility Ambassador. Amb. Obadiah has earned several awards for his support to women and their initiatives. He will...

Youth empowerment takes center stage at international event

According to a report by Youth Alive Kenya, about half of the population in Nairobi are youths.  The occasion was under the theme: Unification of youth voices as a catalyst for development in Africa. The celebrations were...

Kenya: Strengthening transboundary pest control for sustainable development

Outbreaks of transboundary pests, including the notorious desert locusts, have magnified the vulnerability of Kenya, in particular to the impacts of climate change. According to the 2023 Global Crop and Food Crisis report prepared by...

From studying law to authoring a book; Kivumbi’s journey to limelight

Kivumbi is currently a writer, published author, legal scholar, public speaker and political, social, and economic analyst. Chronicles of Law School is a simplified guide on what happens at the school of law and...

An overview of food and nutrition security in Kenya

Availability, access, utilization, and stability act as the four cornerstones of food security.  The ongoing Russia-Ukraine war is disrupting supply chains and further affecting the prices of grain, fertilizer, and energy.  Unavailability of food, inadequate health...

Beyond the Celebrations: Walking the talk on supporting lactating mothers

Commemorating breastfeeding week is a commendable initiative that sheds light on the importance of breastfeeding for infants and maternal health. The event had a specific call to each and every individual to help create...
International College of Peace Studies graduands pose for a photo during their graduation ceremony on July 5, 2023, in Karen, Nairobi. The institution offers courses aimed at infusing peace, humanitarian diplomacy, diplomatic etiquette and other related skills and knowledge to the learners. PHOTO/ICPS.

Transformation anticipated as International College of Peace Studies graduates changemakers

The graduands were drawn from four clusters of executive courses, Humanitarian Diplomatic Chaplaincy, Humanitarian Volunteer Corps, Humanitarian Diplomacy, and Diplomatic Etiquette and Protocol. Training diplomatic chaplains and humanitarian experts capacitates them to drive fruitful negotiations...
During the commemoration of Africa's Women's Day on July 31, 2023, women leaders from across Africa and beyond shared their nuggets on how women can and should be incorporated in different spaces to drive change and equity, and help in the realization of Sustainable Development Goals. E-POSTER/Courtesy.

Africa’s Women’s Day: Empowering Women for empowered Africa

The importance of empowering women cannot be overstated.  In the heart of Africa, the resounding call to invest in women as catalysts for economic growth and sustainable development echoes loud and clear. Recently, leaders from across...