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Mathenge tree ideal for chapatis, but also blocks roads, diverts rivers
The tree provides shade during the day and its seeds are used to make chapati, mandazi and cakes flour, according to Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI).
By Saada Hassan 3 years ago
Mathenge tree ideal for chapatis, but also blocks roads, diverts rivers
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I contracted mumps, lost hearing on the left side
Sidney Chahonyo suffers partial hearing loss but that has not stopped him from going about his life.
By Saada Hassan 3 years ago
I contracted mumps, lost hearing on the left side
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Cold: No cough syrups please
The cold season is fast approaching, a period when viral infections are common.
By Saada Hassan 3 years ago
Cold: No cough syrups please
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Why grafted dreadlocks could have you jailed
For a man, hair can be a fashion or cultural statement, a display of individuality. But did you also know hair can be used to solve crimes including murder, rape, burglaries and robberies?
By Saada Hassan 4 years ago
Why grafted dreadlocks could have you jailed
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Mwai Kibaki was a patient I would have paid to treat - Dr Gikonyo
Kibaki loved his tipple but after the accident in 2002 and when he was sworn in 'the president never drank alcohol again. State House cleaned out any form of alcohol,' says Dr Gikonyo.
By Saada Hassan 4 years ago
Mwai Kibaki was a patient I would have paid to treat - Dr Gikonyo
Sexually active Kenyan teenagers using contraceptive
Kenya's married and sexually active unmarried women have increased their use of contraceptives in the last decade with the most preferred methods being implants and injectables for family planning.
By Saada Hassan 4 years ago
Sexually active Kenyan teenagers using contraceptive
Earth Day: Urban pollution increasing cases of asthma, lung cancer
World Health Organisation (WHO) says air pollution is the greatest environmental threat to health and accounts for a high number of non-communicable diseases such as heart attacks or stroke. 
By Saada Hassan 4 years ago
Earth Day: Urban pollution increasing cases of asthma, lung cancer
MPs question Sh300 million wildlife consultancy payment
National
By Josphat Thiong’o
2 hrs ago
How CHAN millions vanished from FKF accounts
Crime and Justice
By David Odongo
2 hrs ago
US drops fraud case against Indian tycoon Adani after 'unusual' offer
Crime and Justice
By David Odongo
2 hrs ago
Lies that set up Kenyans for record prices at the pump
National
By Macharia Kamau
2 hrs ago
Lost childhood: Harsh reality of adolescent pregnancies
Health & Science
By Mercy Kahenda
2 hrs ago