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We need to talk to our children about climate change

According to UNICEF, approximately 1 billion children are at an 'extremely high risk' of the impacts of the climate crisis.

By Chebet Birir 18 days ago

We need to talk to our children about climate change

Easter traditions and their origins

Easter traditions and their origins

By Molly Chebet 25 days ago

Fighting hate speech: Regulators want moderation on social media

Fighting hate speech: Regulators want moderation on social media

By Caroline Chebet 28 days ago

Obsession with performance hinders innovation in organisations

Obsession with performance hinders innovation in organisations

By Petronilla Serebwa 29 days ago

Kenya loses bid to host climate change centre

The agencies had proposed Nairobi, a relatively cheap location that also hosts other UN environmental bodies. It was not clear why Geneva, which was ranked low in the analysis, was preferred.

By Caroline Chebet 30 days ago

Kenya loses bid to host climate change centre

Conservationists appeal to Environmental Tribunal on Aberdare road

Conservationists say the road will interfere with wildlife movement and collisions with vehicles would cause tragic deaths and injuries

By Caroline Chebet 1 month ago

Conservationists appeal to Environmental Tribunal on Aberdare road

Lake Nakuru's changing chemistry breeds fish, health hazard

Lake Nakuru is not gazetted under fisheries laws but fishing activities started in 2020 following the swelling of Rift Valley lakes

By Caroline Chebet 1 month ago

Lake Nakuru's changing chemistry breeds fish, health hazard

Climate justice for future generations starts with the current one

Climate change, a global phenomenon, acts as an amplifier of existing social and economic disparities, disproportionately affecting marginalised communities and developing nations.

By Deborah Momanyi 2 months ago

Climate justice for future generations starts with the current one

PMVA 2023: Pulse Music Video Awards set to dazzle Nairobi

The long-awaited gala, hosted by The Standard Group's very own showbiz magazine, PULSE, is scheduled for February 21, 2024, at Nairobi Street Kitchen.

By Molly Chebet 2 months ago

PMVA 2023: Pulse Music Video Awards set to dazzle Nairobi

World's first successful embryo transfer in rhinos shines hope for the northern white rhinos

An analysis of the foetus's DNA revealed that the pregnancy resulted from the embryo transfer which was carried out in September 24, in Kenya.

By Caroline Chebet 2 months ago

World's first successful embryo transfer in rhinos shines hope for the northern white rhinos

Conservationists oppose planned new cement plant

The Sh12.7 billion proposed cement plant at Chasimba in Kilifi South sub-county has been met with sharp criticism with conservationists terming the project as environmentally disastrous.

By Caroline Chebet 2 months ago

Conservationists oppose planned new cement plant

Family, friends mark Moi's 4th remembrance at Kabarak home

Family and friends converged at former President Daniel arap Moi's home in Kabarak, Nakuru County, to mark the fourth anniversary of his passing.

By Caroline Chebet and Hilda Otieno 2 months ago

Family, friends mark Moi's 4th remembrance at Kabarak home

Ruto picks team to address pollution, fishing in Lake Nakuru

President William Ruto has appointed a multi-agency team to address issues causing conflicts in and around Lake Nakuru National Park.

By Caroline Chebet 3 months ago

Ruto picks team to address pollution, fishing in Lake Nakuru

Nema approves construction of 98km Mau Mau Road

NEMA has approved the construction of the controversial Ihite-Ndunyu Njeru road otherwise known as the Mau-Mau Road despite opposition from conservationists.

By Caroline Chebet 3 months ago

Nema approves construction of 98km Mau Mau Road

Inside European Union's new deforestation-free products law

The new regulations are expected to reduce carbon emissions caused by EU consumption and production of the relevant commodities by at least 32 million metric tonnes a year.

By Caroline Chebet 3 months ago

Inside European Union's new deforestation-free products law

Secret behind top grades at Moi High School Kabarak

Principal says each teacher is assigned students to nurture and monitor to ensure their needs are attended to on time, exposed to different professions and mentors every year in June.

By Caroline Chebet 3 months ago

Secret behind top grades at Moi High School Kabarak

KFS to complete fencing of forests in 15 counties

Agency publishes tender for second phase of the green zones development project. Menengaia and Chepalungu among forests to be covered in project set to end this year.

By Caroline Chebet 3 months ago

KFS to complete fencing of forests in 15 counties

Negotiators' group launches climate expert database

The launch by the African Group of Negotiators Experts Support (AGNES) is part of the continental efforts to avail climate change knowledge and its impacts across the continent.

By Caroline Chebet 3 months ago

Negotiators' group launches climate expert database

EU adopts new law for deforestation-free products

The new EU Deforestation Regulation has listed seven commodities that should be 'deforestation-free' for them to be sold to the EU markets.

By Caroline Chebet 3 months ago

EU adopts new law for deforestation-free products

UN report: Countries off track on goals

UNFCCC revealed that the world remains massively off track to limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius and avoiding climate catastrophe.

By Caroline Chebet 3 months ago

UN report: Countries off track on goals

We can make 2024 a more rewarding year for Kenya

If we purpose it, we shall make it, in any case, we owe it to ourselves as Kenyans.

By Rebecca Miano 3 months ago

We can make 2024 a more rewarding year for Kenya

Schools, locals turn villages green, clean up River Njoro

In the initiative, the schools partner with the community to undertake activities that include tending tree nurseries, planting trees and regular clean-up of River Njoro.

By Caroline Chebet 3 months ago

Schools, locals turn villages green, clean up River Njoro

Early Christmas for Moi family as leaders warn on same sex unions

Legislators say they are fighting idea of same sex marriages and ask religious leaders to join the war to save African cultures.

By Caroline Chebet 4 months ago

Early Christmas for Moi family as leaders warn on same sex unions

Innovation and research hailed during Kabarak graduation fete

Innovations, including digitisation of antenatal care booklets, electronic voting systems, making ugali from grass as well as solving power outage challenges in airports, made the highlights.

By Caroline Chebet 4 months ago

Innovation and research hailed during Kabarak graduation fete

National awards must tap into vein of leadership and courage

Nearly 1,000 Kenyans were honoured in the pre-Jamhuri Day gazette notice of 16986.

By Irungu Houghton and Njeri Kabeberi 4 months ago

National awards must tap into vein of leadership and courage

Climate change fuelling mental health crisis

1 in every 4 Kenyans may be suffering from a mental health-related issue, ranging from mild to severe disorders.

By Deborah Momanyi 4 months ago

Climate change fuelling mental health crisis

Why climate negotiators want new agendas in global stocktake

The stocktake will lay the foundation for countries to update and enhance their national climate action plans. It takes place every five years.

By Caroline Chebet 5 months ago

Why climate negotiators want new agendas in global stocktake

Cyber security in focus at Nairobi forum

Every October, organisations and institutions across the world collaborate to mark cybersecurity awareness month.

By Rebecca Muiruri 5 months ago

Cyber security in focus at Nairobi forum

Mara 'cow eyes' reduce wildlife poisoning cases

The ambitious plan involves painting spots that resemble eyes on the backside of cattle to scare predators.

By Caroline Chebet 5 months ago

Mara 'cow eyes' reduce wildlife poisoning cases

How Yala swamp farmers are adapting to climate change

Climate farmers in Kanyibok are part of the 165 farmers practising climate-smart initiatives, activities that are slowly changing the face of the Yala ecosystem.

By Caroline Chebet 6 months ago

How Yala swamp farmers are adapting to climate change

Privatisation accelerates public and private cross-sector convergence

While there are many CEOs and managers in the public sector who are competent, their efforts to improve parastatals have been held back by corporate governance.

By Petronilla Serebwa 6 months ago

Privatisation accelerates public and private cross-sector convergence

6,290 hectares of forest lost in 1 year: Report

The latest deforestation alerts in September and October this year were reported across Narok, Nakuru, Kericho Elgeiyo-Marakwet and Nyamira counties.

By Caroline Chebet 6 months ago

6,290 hectares of forest lost in 1 year: Report

Kabarak, Strathmore to train small businesses

The partnership is part of the implementation of the Kenya Small Business Development Centres, a USAID program being implemented by Strathmore University Business School.

By Caroline Chebet 6 months ago

Kabarak, Strathmore to train small businesses

Government to establish wildlife database

The integrated database is a tool targeted at informing policies in a move to reverse the decline of wildlife species across the country.

By Caroline Chebet and Anthony Gitonga 6 months ago

Government to establish wildlife database

Specialist group formed to boost wildlife conservation

The government has launched a specialist group to compile information on wildlife and conservation actions for policy formulations.

By Caroline Chebet 6 months ago

Specialist group formed to boost wildlife conservation

Elephants, Rhino population on the increase after years of poaching

The recovery has been attributed to conservation efforts, heightened security and the use of community policing in protecting wild animals.

By Antony Gitonga and Caroline Chebet 6 months ago

Elephants, Rhino population on the increase after years of poaching

President Ruto directs for wildlife policy review

President William Ruto has ordered for a review of laws and policies to tackle challenges being experienced in the wildlife sector.

By Caroline Chebet 6 months ago

President Ruto directs for wildlife policy review

More black rhino sanctuaries to be created to curb fights for territory

Rhino populations in six sanctuaries, Ngulia, Nairobi, Lake Nakuru, Solio, Ol Pejeta and Lewa are beyond optimum carrying capacity.

By Caroline Chebet 7 months ago

More black rhino sanctuaries to be created to curb fights for territory

Mangrove heroes restoring ecosystems one seedling at a time

Beneath the clear morning skies in Chara, a village on the edge of the Indian Ocean in Tana River County, footprints spread across vast mudflats to create a web that leads into the mangroves.

By Caroline Chebet 7 months ago

Mangrove heroes restoring ecosystems one seedling at a time

What Africa should do to achieve the Nairobi declaration goals

African states must ensure that this commitment is feasible and considerate of the economic and social consequences.

By Deborah Momanyi 7 months ago

What Africa should do to achieve the Nairobi declaration goals

Takeaways from Nairobi climate talks ahead of COP28

African leaders committed to scaling up clean, affordable energy in the next six years to deliver reliable, affordable, pollution-free energy to millions of people.

By Debra Roberts 7 months ago

Takeaways from Nairobi climate talks ahead of COP28

Revealed: Kenya spends Sh11b to import toxic pesticides annually

Statistics reveal that crops such as maize, wheat, coffee, potatoes, and tomatoes have the highest pesticide usage, predominantly relying on highly hazardous pesticides.

By Caroline Chebet 7 months ago

Revealed: Kenya spends Sh11b to import toxic pesticides annually

Let's prioritise mental health of officers in disciplined services

The front lines are rife with trauma-inducing events, ranging from combat situations to quick response to emergencies. These experiences can lead to a range of mental health issues.

By Eusebius Karuti Laibuta 7 months ago

Let's prioritise mental health of officers in disciplined services

Banks fuelling climate crises by funding harmful projects - report

The report titled "How Finance Flows" tracked financial flows from banks to fossil fuels and industrial agriculture in 134 developing countries.

By Caroline Chebet 7 months ago

Banks fuelling climate crises by funding harmful projects - report

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