Redefining justice for the mentally ill offenders

If the mentally ill offender is found unfit due to severe illness, the court is mandated to order for treatment of such a patient in a psychiatry hospital.

By Dr 24 days ago

The rise of AI and threat to the future of real science

Digital tools played a supportive role, helping with grammar or clarity rather than content.

By Dr 2 months ago

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Kenya's growth path and how Singapore dared to develop

While it is true that Kenya cannot directly follow the Singapore model, there are a few things it can learn.

By Dr 3 months ago

Management tips for your laying flocks

To achieve good egg production, a farmer or poultry attendant must professionally manage flocks throughout their life.

By Dr 3 months ago

Raising your farming enterprise this year

While a farmer might have enjoyed a monopoly in their ward in 2025, the success of that venture often invites new competitors who may eat into your market pie.

By Dr 3 months ago

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Would social market economic model take Kenya to Singapore?

The popular view is that the Singapore dream will replace the hustler story as 2027 approaches.

By Dr 3 months ago

Key anecdotes for Kenya and Africa's seed sector reforms

Kenya's Seeds and Plant Varieties Act made smallholder farmers didn't just win a legal battle, they reclaimed a piece of their dignity.

By Dr 3 months ago

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Invest in our children now to unlock the path to prosperity

In many countries, spending on debt exceeds combined investments in health and education.

By Dr 3 months ago

Blood clots in the lungs: Pulmonary embolism explained

Common warning signs of pulmonary embolism include sudden shortness of breath, sharp chest pain that worsens with deep breathing, and coughing, sometimes with blood.

By Dr 3 months ago

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Closing Kenya's construction skills gap for future-ready workforce

The local and global labour markets are experiencing rapid changes.

By Dr 3 months ago

Useful marketing tips for your poultry meat

As we close the year 2025 and look forward to the New Year, consumers continue to reel under hard economic time.

By Dr 3 months ago

Why Kenya must amend the penal code and decriminalise suicide attempts

Kenya stands at a critical moment in its mental-health journey. As the country takes steps toward recognising suicide as a public-health issue rather than a criminal offence.

By Dr 3 months ago

The real truth about livestock feed additives

Farmers are always looking for ways to increase the productivity of their animals while at the same time reducing the cost of production.

By Dr 4 months ago

Improving eggshell quality in your layers

In both commercial and breeder poultry farming, almost half of the discarded eggs are due to shell quality problems.

By Dr 4 months ago

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Office bearers must rise up and arrest political violence

Recently, there has been an increase in violence in social and political gatherings. Last week, a tear gas canister was discharged at an event in Murang'a hosted by Muthoni wa Kirumba.

By Dr 4 months ago

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The true cost of donkey skin trade on African economies

Donkeys are facing an existential crisis.

By Dr 4 months ago

Gen Z and work: How passion is shaping leadership

Contrary to popular belief, Gen Z isn't the happiest generation. Research shows they report higher levels of anxiety, depression and loneliness than any previous generation.

By Dr 4 months ago

Poultry respiratory disease control tips

Globally, the poultry industry has remained buoyant amid increased demand for both meat and eggs.

By Dr 4 months ago

How government can overcome tax revenue shortfall

KRA has experienced significant shortfalls in tax collection, missing its full-year target by Sh47.3 billion for the fiscal year ending June 2025.

By Dr 4 months ago

Becoming the parent you needed: The silent work of healing childhood trauma

We are now increasingly realising that many of the moving stories gaining strong traction on social media are increasingly displaying symptoms of wounded individuals.

By Dr 5 months ago

From Vision to action: Why Africa's food systems need bold leadership

Kenya's devolution model has brought agriculture closer to communities through county-led agribusiness and extension programs.

By Dr 5 months ago

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How activists' ordeal echoes a painful past

For several weeks after news of their abduction surfaced, their families clung to hope that the two would return alive.

By Dr 5 months ago

Broiler meat safety: What you need to know

This is rightly so because unsafe meat can cause serious foodborne diseases, especially among old folks, children and pregnant mothers.

By Dr 5 months ago

Beyond awareness: Why Kenya's mental health crisis demands action

In my practice, I am also seeing more young people than ever before

By Dr 5 months ago

Chronic Kidney Disease: What you should know

In advanced chronic kidney disease, you may notice swelling in your legs or find that you become breathless when walking, due to fluid accumulating in the lungs.

By Dr 5 months ago

Moments of profound national loss call for understanding complicated grief

There is no doubt that the death of Raila Amolo Odinga affectionately known as "Baba" by his supporters, has had a seismic impact on Kenyans.

By Dr 5 months ago

How to handle Ascites disorder in most broilers

The term Ascites refers to the accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity because of heart failure. It is also commonly referred to as a water belly.

By Dr 5 months ago

Water belly (Ascites) management in a flock of broilers

Water belly condition occurs when the heart is unable to pump enough blood through the lungs.

By Dr 5 months ago

Not all trees are equal: Raila Odinga's irrefutable legacy

Some trees, when they fall, fall with such might, that their sound cannot be unheard. All trees are surely profitable, but not all trees are equal.

By Dr 5 months ago

Battery cages or deep-litter floor for your layers?

Most poultry farmers in Kenya are practising the deep-litter system of farming.

By Dr 6 months ago

Mental Health Day lays bare Kenya's broken care system

Many people living with mental health conditions continue to face isolation and discrimination, often being labelled as "possessed", sinful or weak.

By Dr 6 months ago

Why KMPDC, patients must take medical misconduct seriously

KMPDC defines misconduct as behaviour that violates medical ethics, professional standards, or patient safety

By Dr 6 months ago

Managing tick infestation in your dairy herd

Ticks and tick-borne diseases are a great concern in livestock production due to the veterinary costs and impact on human health through zoonotic diseases.

By Dr 6 months ago

Doctor, I don't want the drugs: Can we talk alternatives?

Treatment isn't always found in medication, it can come through talk therapy, lifestyle changes, community support, spirituality, or a combination of these approaches

By Dr 6 months ago

Why you should treat alcoholism as a medical emergency

Even occasional or "weekend" binge drinking can have serious physical, mental, and social consequences, and recognizing problematic alcohol use early is crucial for health and safety.

By Dr 6 months ago

From fodder to fertility, Kenya's milk future begins with better cow care

Nearly 80% of the dairy industry is driven by smallholder farmers, making it not only a critical contributor to the economy but also a lifeline for millions of households.

By Dr 7 months ago

Is a glass of wine good for your health?

According to most dietary guidelines, adults who choose to drink should limit their intake to two drinks or less in a day for men and one drink or less in a day for women.

By Dr 7 months ago

Sleepless nation: Hidden dangers of ignoring insomnia

Untreated insomnia can lead to or worsen other mental disorders, and impact physical health by increasing predisposition to accidents and appetite.

By Dr 7 months ago

Things to consider for a beef production venture

Choosing a breed that is not suitable for your farm could end up costing you dearly because of environmental, endemic diseases and parasites.

By Dr 7 months ago

A cup of coffee at the heart of the ideal storm

Despite Russia's aggression, Ukrainians continue to buy Kenyan coffee and even fresh-cut flowers to celebrate their own feasts, moments of happiness and victories during the running storm.

By Dr 7 months ago