Let elected youths prove that they are worth their salt

Those elected now have the huge responsibility of not only delivering on their promises to their constituents, but also demonstrating the place of youth in political leadership.

By Kalangi Kiambati 2 years ago

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Kenyan women are not to blame for travelling to Saudi Arabia

The girls that travel to work in Saudi Arabia despite the many reported cases of suffering and death are desperate.

By Kalangi Kiambati 2 years ago

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We have Raila to thank for improved electoral processes

What critics fail to recognise is the critical role that Raila Odinga has played over the years in making the country a democratic space.

By Kalangi Kiambati 2 years ago

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Former Kenyan stars continue to shine for their adopted nations

It has been a game of Kenyans against former Kenyans at Oregon. Jeruto and Chepkemei are the first Kenyan-born siblings to change citizenship to the same country.

By Kalangi Kiambati 2 years ago

Children's issues not salient enough in political campaigns

Political candidates should mainstream the rights, responsibilities and vulnerabilities of children in their campaigns and explain how they will improve their lives.

By Kalangi Kiambati 2 years ago

We will have peaceful polls if we embrace spirit of Ubuntu

Political leaders especially, need to know and appreciate the fact that they are, because every Kenyan is.

By Kalangi Kiambati 2 years ago

Adolescents living with HIV need psychosocial support

Young people are increasingly becoming vulnerable to HIV infection yet the stigma associated with HIV continues to hamper testing and treatment, especially in rural communities.

By Kalangi Kiambati 2 years ago

Youths, don't fight for politicians; they will not pay your bills

Youths must denounce any acts of violence, the alleged perpetrators notwithstanding.

By Kalangi Kiambati 2 years ago

Schools should ease financial pressure on parents

From printing, to acquisition of school supplies, parents are definitely feeling the heat.

By Kalangi Kiambati 3 years ago

Children deserve proper medical attention in school

Learning institutions should invest in proper health facilities with a qualified medical officer(s) and proper medical supplies.

By Kalangi Kiambati 3 years ago

Address mental health challenges in the police service

The issue of mental health challenges among Kenyans has become quite critical in recent years.

By Kalangi Kiambati 3 years ago

Kenya is ready for a female deputy president

Across the world, gender equality has been a topic of discussion for years.

By Kalangi Kiambati 3 years ago

Government owes all learners a level playing ground

One of the major achievements of the Mwai Kibaki-led government is free primary education.

By Kalangi Kiambati 3 years ago

Ignoring NCIC's banned words is playing with fire

I have seen people express mixed feelings after the NCIC put out a list of words and phrases that constitute incitement as politicians engage in campaigns.

By Kalangi Kiambati 3 years ago

Raila apology: Kalenjin elders’ have set a good example

I dare every politician to take the first few minutes of every political meeting to call for peace and encourage their followers to welcome divergent views.

By Kalangi Kiambati 3 years ago

Climate change mitigation is our collective role

Kenya has put in place many policy and legislative interventions to mitigate climate change over the years.

By Kalangi Kiambati 3 years ago

HELB should go beyond lending to capacity building

Don't assume that all students will use the HELB loan for ‘tuition, books and stationery, and accommodation and subsistence.

By Kalangi Kiambati 3 years ago

‘Six-piece’ narrative is a scam; let us vote for individuals, not parties

For a change, in the coming elections, let us consider individual candidates.

By Kalangi Kiambati 3 years ago

Address gender-based violence among street families

Their challenges are compounded by lack of a strong support system that many SGBV survivors turn to for comfort and the beginning of their healing.

By Kalangi Kiambati 3 years ago

Primaries should inspire our confidence in main poll

Many people vying for different elective posts will have to secure their party tickets through nominations.

By Kalangi Kiambati 3 years ago

Our Church leaders should learn from Tutu on leadership

Desmond Tutu was the quintessence of leadership, integrity and humanity.

By Kalangi Kiambati 3 years ago

Create awareness on affirmative action funds to enhance uptake

As of April 2019, beneficiaries of the Access to Government Procurement Opportunities (AGPO) policy directive had received sh32.2 billion.

By Kalangi Kiambati 3 years ago

Don't punish police officers for acquiring varsity degrees

The allegation is that graduate police officers have had their pay slashed in what they term an unfair move by the National Police Service Commission

By Kalangi Kiambati 3 years ago

The bright and dark sides of camera phones

Social media has presented to the youth the veiled persona that is the ‘socialite’ who seems to have it all.

By Kalangi Kiambati 3 years ago

Kenyans’ short memory is their biggest undoing

Former Safaricom CEO Michael Joseph once said that Kenyans are a peculiar lot.

By Kalangi Kiambati 3 years ago

Dos and don'ts for university students keen on success

Here are dos and don'ts for university students keen on success

By Kalangi Kiambati 3 years ago

For all her selflessness and service, the rural woman is a true hero

On October 15, the world celebrated the International Day of Rural Women.

By Kalangi Kiambati 3 years ago

Teachers have made a difference, let’s celebrate their undying spirit

On October 5, the world celebrated the World Teachers’ Day under the theme ‘Teachers at the heart of education recovery’.

By Kalangi Kiambati 3 years ago

Ban on politicking in church is long overdue

Religious institutions have sat on the fence for far too long, especially in their dealings with the political elite.

By Kalangi Kiambati 3 years ago

Attempting suicide shouldn’t be treated as crime, it’s a health issue

78 percent of the close to 80,000 people who commit suicide every year globally are from poor countries. Kenya ranks 114th.

By Kalangi Kiambati 3 years ago

Vote with your head, don't give second chance to mediocre leaders

The youth will soon be in high demand for their skills in bringing down ‘unwanted’ posters and replacing them with those of their funders.

By Kalangi Kiambati 3 years ago

Survivors of sexual violence deserve to be treated with dignity

There is need to re-emphasise to the police and the healthcare providers the critical role they play in ensuring justice for survivors of SGBV.

By Kalangi Kiambati 3 years ago

Involve locals in awarding children CDF bursaries

NG-CDF was established ‘to address socio-economic development of the people at the constituency level in order to reduce poverty.

By Kalangi Kiambati 3 years ago

Crèche programme could be a game-changer for working mothers

Kenyatta University Women’s Economic Empowerment (KU-WEE) Hub conduct research to evaluate the effectiveness of the crèche programme.

By Kalangi Kiambati 3 years ago

Kenyans' culture of silence and its devastating consequences

One of the biggest weaknesses of many Kenyans is their tendency to keep quiet when they witness something going wrong.

By Kalangi Kiambati 3 years ago

Mothers living with HIV need support to breastfeed

World Health Organisation recommends that babies should be exclusively breastfed for at least six months after birth.

By Kalangi Kiambati 3 years ago

Leaders with varsity degrees and no integrity are useless

I do not think any present or past leader can entirely attribute their performance to a degree.

By Kalangi Kiambati 3 years ago

Dear celebrities, stop destroying your lives to impress us

Social media platforms have often been awash with stories of famous personalities seeking help after being too broke to afford basic amenities.

By Kalangi Kiambati 4 years ago

It is time for our politicians to start leading by example

Kenyan political leaders are famous for making declarations that are meant to endear them to their followers.

By Kalangi Kiambati 4 years ago

Ensure pregnant candidates transition into higher levels

George Magoha announced that 652 candidates sat the KCSE examination in health facilities after giving birth.

By Kalangi Kiambati 4 years ago