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Protect local innovations from the giant global tech companies flocking to Kenya

It can no longer be plausible to say that Africa’s tech landscape resembles “magnificent stadiums with no players”, as one commentator once sarcastically described.

By John Wahome And Justin Oguta 2024-12-02 14:26:42

Protect local innovations from the giant global tech companies flocking to Kenya

How poverty puts women at the risk of abuse and death

By Njahira Gitahi 2024-12-02 14:17:53

It doesn't make sense to reject donations but allow politicians in pulpits

The Church has always been a critical social institution, an authoritative voice, a source of moral guidance and truth for its followers.

By Ahmedsiad Mohamed 2024-12-02 14:11:23

It is time to stop the senseless killings of the Palestine people

November 29th is the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian people. This is the day of global solidarity with the courage, persistence, freedom-seeking and justice-seeking.

By Masoud Pezeshkian 2024-12-02 12:30:00

It is time to stop the senseless killings of the Palestine people

Why women should be involved in peace-building processes

The Horn of Africa, home to the eight countries of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), is a region deeply affected by conflict, political instability and economic hardships

By Serah Kamau 2024-12-02 09:21:04

Why women should be involved in peace-building processes

Foreign Affairs ministry has made blunders but is doing well in this area

Kenya makes an effort to appear to be cyber literate and even boasts of a few achievements. Among them is M-Pesa that revolutionised money transactions to reach remote parts of the country.

By Macharia Munene 2024-12-02 09:11:09

Foreign Affairs ministry has made blunders but is doing well in this area

Spare no effort to end sexual and gender-based violence

Kenya, has always demonstrated willingness to give women and girls an equal opportunity which are geared towards rallying the international community towards a gender-inclusive world.

By Kidi Mwaga 2024-12-02 09:02:43

Spare no effort to end sexual and gender-based violence

Ruto defies odds, breaks mould on setting a legacy of historic firsts

Ruto became an MP on his first attempt. He became a deputy president on his first attempt at being a running mate and became president on his first attempt at running for office.

By Kenneth Lusaka 2024-12-01 13:00:00

Ruto defies odds, breaks mould on setting a legacy of historic firsts

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2027: A reckoning for broken promises and Kenya's political realities

While Kenya’s political landscape remains fluid and rife with ruthless power players, a grassroots-driven movement could prove perilous to the established political order if it gains momentum.

By Patrick Muinde 2024-11-30 17:00:00

2027: A reckoning for broken promises and Kenya's political realities

Let's rethink our health systems to include mental wellbeing

Mental illness is a silent killer that continues to plague people from all walks. It does not discriminate on the social scale or the structural demographics we are accustomed to.

By Aaron Cheruiyot 2024-11-30 11:00:05

Let's rethink our health systems to include mental wellbeing

Reformed inmates deserve second chance to reintegrate into society

Prison graduates have successfully prepared briefs from advocates or represented themselves in a court of law.

By Irungu Houghton And Hamisi Mzari 2024-11-30 10:43:42

Reformed inmates deserve second chance to reintegrate into society

Why a loss and damage fund is crucial for LREB

After loss and damage, building back better post-disaster is best. The devolved governments must ensure limited massive losses, including that of disrupted ecosystems.

By Lynet Otieno 2024-11-30 10:08:54