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

Kenya

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 of energy for cooking experience eye problems.  National government should make...
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, she was a finalist of the Rhodes Scholarship among the...
The 3 on 3 basketball was recently introduced in Kenya and has taken root in the country's games. PHOTO/Federation of International Basketball (FIBA).

3 on 3 basketball, the new game turning heads in Kenya

The game was introduced about a decade ago, getting to Kenya four years ago. It's a unique one in different aspects. In 3 on 3 basketball, you can substitute players whenever you like.  Basketball 3 on 3...
Some of the young innovators explain about their projects during the Youth Empowerment Summit at Kisii University on May 12, 2023. The event was planned by Kisii County University and Colleges Student Association. PHOTO/Boaz Khuteka, Scholar Media Africa.

Collaboration key in innovation, youths learn during empowerment summit

By Samuel Okerosi and Boaz Khuteka Event held by KCUCSA at Kisii University. Aim was to empower youth and open them to more opportunities. Charlene Ruto graced the occasion. As young people, we have a voice, we...
Elsie Nyamao. She managed to scoop a B (Plain), qualifying for direct university entry. However, the school's newly-appointed principal proved sadist, and is alleged to have seized and hid the student's calling letter from Egerton University. PHOTO/Courtesy.

Elsie Nyamao: Principal hid my admission letter, took away my destiny

The antagonism between her and the then-Deputy Principal started in form three. She was among the school's top students academically. Deputy Principal was behind her being suspended severally and punished without reason. She is alleged to have...
Evelyn Gitau, Interim Director, African Population and Health Research Center. She says personalized medicine is efficient and effective in enhancing healthcare and well-being. PHOTO/Courtesy.

Personalized medicine, a promising catalyst for equitable health

It involves tailoring medications to specific personal needs. Encompasses harnessing advanced analytics, biomarker testing, and genetic sequencing. Advocacy for broader adoption in Kenya is needed. One size does not fit all in the realm of...
Stakeholders during the launch of QR Code Standard by the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) recently. PHOTO/Courtesy.

Secure payments as CBK launches QR Code Standard

Payments will be quicker, more efficient, and more collaborative. The system provides a standard for developing and generating a unified QR Code. A customer will be presented with an option to pay using QR at...
Attendees adorned in the Kitenge fabric at the Kitenge Fashion Fest and Awards at Rupas Mall recently. PHOTO/Courtesy.

Dressed for Africa: Celebrating African culture through kitenge

The fest aims at showcasing and promoting African attires. It was started by three strategists after seeing a gap. This year's event had over 2500 participants. We needed to come up with a way to...
Zubeida Kananu, newly-elected President of Kenya Editor's Guild, addressing scribes and stakeholders in the media industry at the Annual Media Summit in Nairobi during the World Press Freedom Day On May 3, 2023. PHOTO/Courtesy.

Women in media on frontline petitioning for press freedom

Hitherto, media practitioners in Kenya are usually threatened and embarrassed. Despite the challenges, media must seek truth and report it. The welfare of every journalist is paramount. Yesterday, the world joined in celebrating Press...
Rich countries are reducing connectedness with each other and calling for the revival and revitalization of the nation-states. ILLUSTRATION/Systemic Alternatives.

Combating Deglobalization: Which way Kenya?

Deglobalization is taking place when economies in Africa are in turmoil.  Some African countries have been unable to meet their debt repayment responsibility to the World Bank and IMF.  They are also experiencing protests over food...