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I weep for mother but I do not love my father any less, writes Ngugi's son

Mukoma is the son of reknowned writer Ngugi wa Thiong'o. He recently accused his father of beating his mother.

By Dr John Ndavula 30 days ago

I weep for mother but I do not love my father any less, writes Ngugi's son

Why nostalgia is a dangerous thing at AFC Leopards

Why nostalgia is a dangerous thing at AFC Leopards

By Sedrick Musumba 1 month ago

Turn climate crisis into a chance to end Malaria

Turn climate crisis into a chance to end Malaria

By Dr Meshack Ndirangu, Dr Martin Muchangi and Dr Denis Wanyama 1 month ago

Kenya needs more women with disabilities in leadership ranks

Kenya needs more women with disabilities in leadership ranks

By Elizabeth Ombati and Mildred Omino 1 month ago

Precision public health best path to a healthier future for Africa

In an era where technology and data reshape our world, a transformative approach in healthcare promises to revolutionise how we address the health challenges.

By Dr Meshack Ndirangu 1 month ago

Precision public health best path to a healthier future for Africa

Kenyan startups must prioritise sustainable practices to survive

Starting a business in Kenya necessitates a comprehensive understanding of the local market and meticulous planning to ensure the success of the venture.

By Dr Julius Kipngetich 2 months ago

Kenyan startups must prioritise sustainable practices to survive

Lake Naivasha: How wanton encroachment is threatening Kenya's most important wetland

Lake Naivasha's significance goes beyond economic gains and interest.

By Dr William Ojwang 2 months ago

Lake Naivasha: How wanton encroachment is threatening Kenya's most important wetland

Kenya secondary students' to benefit from a global innovation programme

The programme targets secondary school scholars in Africa to support them achieve high levels of creativity, innovations and other modern technology avenues.

By Samuel Njogu, Andrew Watila, Samuel Njogu and Andrew Watila 2 months ago

Kenya secondary students' to benefit from a global innovation programme

Let's elevate women's leadership in health, a key driver in the triumph over HIVAids

While women constitute 70 per cent of the healthcare workforce, they are notably underrepresented in its leadership, holding only about 30 per cent of high-level positions.

By Dr Norah Obudho and Dr Vincent Muturi-Kioi 4 months ago

Let's elevate women's leadership in health, a key driver in the triumph over HIVAids

Why the youth prefer oral HIV testing method

The emergence of oral non-invasive HIV tests represents more than just a technological advancement; it signifies a change in the mindset of the younger generation

By Dr S K Arimi 4 months ago

Why the youth prefer oral HIV testing method

India's G20 presidency and the dawn of a new multilateralism

As we hand over the G20 Presidency to Brazil, we do so with the conviction that our collective steps for people, planet, peace, and prosperity, will resonate for years to come.

By Narendra Modi 4 months ago

India's G20 presidency and the dawn of a new multilateralism

How COP28 aims to unlock trillions for businesses offering climate solutions

In the lead-up, the UAE's COP28 Presidency has made no secret of its ambition to make this the most consequential COP.

By Badr Jafar 4 months ago

How COP28 aims to unlock trillions for businesses offering climate solutions

What Kenya could learn from China on training of teachers

Sustainable Development Goal number 4 advocates for quality and equitable education by 2030 and for this to be realised, improving the quality of teachers is a prerequisite.

By Dr Mukirae Njihia 4 months ago

What Kenya could learn from China on training of teachers

Ignoring the evidence and science will cost more smokers' lives

It's a stark truth that smoking is an addictive and not easy to quit habit but we should diligently advocate for evidence-based methods that might help smokers quit.

By Dr Kariuki Michael 5 months ago

Ignoring the evidence and science will cost more smokers' lives

Improve maternal healthcare for women with disabilities

Kenya is one of the eight African countries with very high maternal mortality of 530 deaths in every 100,000 live births.

By Mildred Omino and Elizabeth Ombati 5 months ago

Improve maternal healthcare for women with disabilities

Two elements that will shape the future of higher education

The symbiotic relationship between these two crucial elements in shaping the future of higher education is very important.

By Dr Alice Kande 5 months ago

Two elements that will shape the future of higher education

Why new medical insurance scheme is a game-changer for success of UHC

All Kenyans will automatically benefit from the Emergency and PHC Fund irrespective of their contribution status.

By Elizabeth Wangia and Shadrack Opon 5 months ago

Why new medical insurance scheme is a game-changer for success of UHC

National government interfering with counties' water provision role

The least of concerns of the national government should be to undermine the efforts of county governments by creating unhealthy competition.

By Andrew Mwadime 6 months ago

National government interfering with counties' water provision role

State's water handling disempowers counties

The Water Act of 2016 provides significant clarity on the roles of different agencies in the water sector.

By Andrew Mwadime 6 months ago

State's water handling disempowers counties

How to reduce your risk of getting heart attack, stroke

Heart and blood vessel diseases, usually referred to as cardiovascular disease, remain the leading causes of death and disability and are a major contributor to health expenditure.

By Dr Robert Mathenge 6 months ago

How to reduce your risk of getting heart attack, stroke

BRICS offers African countries avenue to negotiate better deals

The fear is that while BRICS nations may not openly dictate terms, they could subtly impose economic conditions detrimental to Africa's sovereignty.

By Dr Mohamed Osman Mohamoud 7 months ago

BRICS offers African countries avenue to negotiate better deals

AfCFTA can unlock Africa's true potential, boost continent's unity

The AfCFTA is a landmark trade agreement that aims to create a single continental market for goods and services, promote free movement of people, facilitate investments

By Dr Julius Kipngetich 7 months ago

AfCFTA can unlock Africa's true potential, boost continent's unity

Why climate-induced conflicts are a threat to global stability

A paradox is unfolding across our planet today in a scary conflict where humanity is simultaneously playing two characters: the architect of its own extinction and the protagonist

By Dr Raymond Omollo 7 months ago

Why climate-induced conflicts are a threat to global stability

India's G20 Presidency and push for human-centric globalisation

In India, living in harmony with nature has been a norm since ancient times and we have been contributing our share towards climate action even in modern times.

By Narendra Modi 7 months ago

India's G20 Presidency and push for human-centric globalisation

Why health should be key agenda during climate change summits

Undeniably, health is the human face of the climate crisis whose reality is within our reach. People's health and the health of the planet are inextricably linked.

By Dr Githinji Gitahi and Martin Muchangi 7 months ago

Why health should be key agenda during climate change summits

Health is the human face of the climate crisis

Climate-linked emergencies have been on the rise with more than 100 health emergencies occurring in the African region every year as reported by WHO.

By Dr Githinji Gitahi and Martin Muchangi 7 months ago

Health is the human face of the climate crisis

Time to reform ineffective tobacco excise tax policy

The tobacco industry has previously claimed that vaping and smokeless tobacco were effective tools to stop smoking, truth is the industry promoted these products to maximise profits.

By Dr Cyprian Mostert 7 months ago

Time to reform ineffective tobacco excise tax policy

Four key points on the way to the Africa Climate Summit

Africa has a unique opportunity to showcase that it is possible to reconcile climate and development goals, rather than oppose them, and to do so for the best interest of its people.

By Dr Mo Ibrahim 7 months ago

Four key points on the way to the Africa Climate Summit

Accelerating climate change adaptation in Africa with nature-based solutions

Africa stands at a critical juncture in the fight against climate change. The urgent need to adapt and build resilience requires bold and innovative approaches and Nature-Based Solutions.

By Harisoa Rakotondrazafy and Alice Nchare 7 months ago

Accelerating climate change adaptation in Africa with nature-based solutions

Hidden dangers of fluoride in children's toothpaste

Fluorosis is most common in Kenya in areas where the water supply contains naturally high levels of fluoride.

By Dr Sylvia Noah 8 months ago

Hidden dangers of fluoride in children's toothpaste

Deploy technology in forest surveillance to deter illegal logging

Illegal logging also results in loss of government revenue because logging fee is not paid to the government. Illegal logging contributes to rise of poverty due to depletion of the forest cover.

By Andrew Letting 8 months ago

Deploy technology in forest surveillance to deter illegal logging

Listen to stakeholders on sugarcane factories

The government's closure of factories in Nyando sugar belt for four months without listening to stakeholders does not change that history.

By Dr Abenea Ndago 8 months ago

Listen to stakeholders on sugarcane factories

Lack of funding worsens Kenya's fight against TB

Kenya is among 30 countries burdened with a high prevalence of TB, recording 150,000-160,000 cases annually. Shockingly, only 50 to 60 per cent of these cases receive treatment.

By Dr Samuel Kinyanjui 8 months ago

Lack of funding worsens Kenya's fight against TB

Bring back the good old days by reviving Nzoia Sugar Company

When the pioneer commercial cane farmers received their first payment 20 months after planting, the economic reality of commercial sugar cane farming became feasible and visible.

By Fredrick Kassilly 8 months ago

Bring back the good old days by reviving Nzoia Sugar Company

These four proven levers will help counties realise primary healthcare

According to health survey and analysis data, the maternal mortality rate in Kenya has improved only marginally from 362 to 355 deaths per 100,000 live births from 2014 to 2019.

By Dr Meshack Ndirangu 8 months ago

These four proven levers will help counties realise primary healthcare

How power men helped choir rise and warm heart of State House

It started with a handful of members from Makongeni, Kaloleni, Bahati and Maringo. Choir had great choirmasters among them Senoga-Zake, Darius Mbela and Eric Wesonga

By Dr John Ndavula 8 months ago

How power men helped choir rise and warm heart of State House

St Stephen's Cathedral history of political advocacy and links with labour movement

COTU leaders used St Stephen's Cathedral for their activities... championing the freedom struggle. St. Stephen's Cathedral has continued with this legacy to this day.

By Dr John Ndavula 8 months ago

St Stephen's Cathedral history of political advocacy and links with labour movement

Countries in Nile Basin must cooperate to ensure the sustainable use of its resources

Water shortages will pose a significant constraint on countries' development plans, affecting not only the blue economy but various economic sectors.

By Dr Isaac Alukwe 8 months ago

Countries in Nile Basin must cooperate to ensure the sustainable use of its resources

'Healthier women lead to stronger societies'

Women are on the frontlines, delivering care in their communities every day - including midwives.

By Dr Diana Wangari 9 months ago

'Healthier women lead to stronger societies'

'Don't tell my husband I am on contraceptives'

Most women who frequent clinics, prefer discreet family planning methods to avoid having conversations with their husbands on family planning.

By Dr Diana Wangari 9 months ago

'Don't tell my husband I am on contraceptives'

Why HR is the cockpit and not a black box of an organisation

HR is the giraffe of the organisation, seeing far and wide. By having futuristic thinking, the HR team aligns talent with the future of work and customers.

By Fredrick Wasike 9 months ago

Why HR is the cockpit and not a black box of an organisation

Let's beware of rising anti-microbial resistance

Anti-microbial resistance poses a grave threat to public health worldwide. It is not just a problem for hospitals or healthcare facilities; it affects every one of us.

By Dr Evanson Kamuri 9 months ago

Let's beware of rising anti-microbial resistance

Lawyers lobby faults Congolese Army for atrocities

"It is questionable to bring people who have blood in their hands keep them in hotels here (Nairobi) pay them while they are causing havoc back at home," he said.

By Shadrack Mitty 9 months ago

Lawyers lobby faults Congolese Army for atrocities

Mobilising home resources is our only path to universal health care

Maternal mortality, skilled attendance at birth, malnutrition, non-communicable diseases and malaria elimination remain areas where Kenya is off-track in meeting SDGs.

By Shadrack Opon 9 months ago

Mobilising home resources is our only path to universal health care

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