In an era of curated romance, couples are now choosing to unveil their relationships on social media gradually. This, however, raises deeper questions about trust and intention
In this age, when divorce is on the rise and marriage is more of a partnership than a matrimony, marriage is indeed an achievement
Relationships are often described with a familiar warning: they take work. Yet many people quietly ask themselves a harder question: should love really feel this difficult?
Relationships
By Purity Mwende Mar. 12, 2026
I’ve had some serious boyfriends, but each time I gradually grew suspicious of them all. I don’t think it’s because I’m choosing bad guys, so why do I have so much trouble with men? 
Relationships
By Chris Hart Mar. 10, 2026
I’ve been married for several years now, and gradually things have gone flat. All those nice little things we used to do together no longer happen. Is there something wrong with me? Or him? 
Relationships
By Chris Hart Mar. 7, 2026
I’ve just got engaged! I thought it would never happen, so are there any things that my fiancé and I should be discussing now to ensure we have a really happy marriage? 
Relationships
By Chris Hart Mar. 3, 2026
My boyfriend and I’ve been living together for years, but I’ve gradually realised that it’s no longer working for me. But how do I tell him?
Relationships
By Chris Hart Feb. 28, 2026
Every day, social media is flooded with stories of infidelity. Screenshots go viral and the public weighs in. But what do these stories reveal about our own relationships?
Living
By Peter Muiruri Feb. 28, 2026
The role and title of being the reliable one in the family brings joy to some, forgetting that being too available to your parents and siblings can carry a hidden cost, especially if you’re married
Living
By Esther Muchene Feb. 24, 2026
I seem to have developed a knack for attracting men who, sooner or later, let me down badly. Why’s that happening? Am I just incredibly unlucky, or is there something I’m doing wrong?
Relationships
By Chris Hart Feb. 24, 2026
I recently discovered that I’m pregnant and my boyfriend doesn’t seem to want to know! I don’t want to be a single mother, so how can I get him to up his game?
Relationships
By Chris Hart Feb. 21, 2026
Couples who live together without marrying or without a formal cohabitation agreement often find themselves legally invisible when relationships end or when a partner dies
Readers Lounge
By Joan Oyiela Feb. 21, 2026
Understanding love languages provides a practical approach to ensuring that affection is not only offered, but also truly received
Living
By Joan Oyiela Feb. 17, 2026
Intimacy is more than physical closeness; it is the experience of being truly known by your partner. It thrives on openness, trust, loyalty and genuineness
Most of my female friends are getting hysterical about how much their men are going to spend on them on St Valentine’s night. What happened to just enjoying each other’s company?
Living
By Chris Hart Feb. 14, 2026
Romance is losing its old script as more women are confidently taking the lead and making the first move. But in this new era of courtship, are men truly ready for the shift?
Relationships
By Anjellah Owino Feb. 14, 2026
Every February, the world turns red and social media becomes a digital love parade. While couples lean into the romance, singles master a different art: humour, strategy and survival
Living
By Tania Omusale Feb. 14, 2026
Money and love often make an uneasy pair. Even the strongest relationships can be tested by disagreements over spending, saving and financial priorities
I’m dating a really promising boyfriend, but he has an ex who seems to be a big part of his life, and she’s creeping me out. Should I let him go, even though he’s so nice?
Relationships
By Chris Hart Feb. 11, 2026
My boyfriend says that I’m difficult to handle, and that I’m always complaining and always nagging. I don’t think that’s true, of course, but why might he think that? And how should I respond?
Living
By Chris Hart Feb. 7, 2026
In the heat of an argument, perspective vanishes first. Voices rise, emotions flare and a minor misunderstanding suddenly feels like a relationship-ending crisis
Relationships
By Tania Omusale Feb. 7, 2026
Life is generally boring. A job that looks exciting in the beginning soon becomes routine and boring. The attraction spark in a relationship dies, and what looked exciting soon turns dull
I love my husband, but somehow he seems to need to consult his mother over every decision in our home. I’ve tried talking to him about it, but nothing changes. What should I do?
Relationships
By Chris Hart Feb. 4, 2026
I’ve just left a very bad relationship and can’t help thinking I should feel relieved. But instead, I’m experiencing emotions like anger, sadness, hurt and loneliness. Will it ever end?
Relationships
By Chris Hart Feb. 3, 2026
For many, love is no longer defined by grand gestures or perfect chemistry. Instead, it is about safety, respect and a sense of peace that makes life feel steady and whole
Wellness
By Brendah Makena Jan. 31, 2026
Just as beauty is in the eye of the beholder, so is allure. It can mean being found attractive by many people without seeking it, or being desired by just one person, which can feel complete in itself
Relationships
By Anjellah Owino Jan. 28, 2026
I’m well-educated, skilled in my job, and would also love to get married and start a family. But I’m in my late 30s already, and I'm not very good at meeting men! Will it ever happen for me? 
Relationships
By Chris Hart Jan. 27, 2026
I’m well educated, good at my job, and would also love to get married and start a family. But I’m in my late 30s already and not good at meeting men! Will it ever happen for me? 
Relationships
By Chris Hart Jan. 24, 2026
I used to tell my husband everything, but lately feel the need to keep some things to myself. Aren’t spouses supposed to be open with each other? So why do I want to keep some things private? 
Relationships
By Chris Hart Jan. 21, 2026
My husband and I used to have a special language of our own, but somehow that has disappeared, along with our intimacy. How can we get close like that again?
Relationships
By Chris Hart Jan. 20, 2026
Men may say yes, not because they want to, but to protect their masculinity. This is why many men find it difficult to refuse intimacy even when they feel uncomfortable
Relationships
By Anjellah Owino Jan. 14, 2026
Far from assigning blame or failing to take accountability in a relationship setting, for instance, this functions as a collaborative effort into the mechanics of how a couple speaks to each other
Relationships
By Esther Muchene Jan. 13, 2026
These days, my boyfriend and I aren’t having nearly enough sex together! And I’m forever tired and irritable. Are those things connected? And if they are, what should I be doing about them?
I date lots of exciting new guys, but sooner or later, they all let me down. Why’s that, and what am I doing wrong?
Relationships
By Chris Hart Jan. 10, 2026
I worry sometimes that my marriage isn’t as secure as I’d like. Why might I be feeling like this? And is there anything I can do to feel better?
Marriage Advice
By Chris Hart Jan. 6, 2026
Let's say that your New Year resolves to prioritise intimacy. This could mean getting lost in deep conversations with your partner. Or enjoying candlelit dinners before getting intimate
I’m frustrated. My husband’s become utterly boring in bed! And not at all willing to try new and better ways to be intimate. What can I do?
Relationships
By Chris Hart Dec. 28, 2025
With all the events to attend and festive meals to prepare, couples have fewer and fewer moments to themselves. Moreover, hosting or staying with family members means privacy is compromised
Relationships
By Anjellah Owino Dec. 27, 2025
During the holidays, couples can purposefully explore different forms of intimacy in ways that everyday life rarely allows
Relationships
By Anjellah Owino Dec. 24, 2025
My boyfriend’s never been violent, but he puts me down, he’s possessive, insists on looking at my phone messages and is funny about me visiting friends and family. What can I do to get him to change?
Relationships
By Chris Hart Dec. 22, 2025
Like closing the pages of a well-loved journal, the end of the year prompts us to reflect on the story we have lived and how intimacy has been woven into it
Relationships
By Anjellah Owino Dec. 16, 2025
I loved how my husband and I used to flirt while we were dating, but once we got married, that all just stopped. I’d love to get back to that mood. Do you think it’s possible?
Relationships
By Chris Hart Dec. 13, 2025
I love my husband, but we have so many arguments! It’s not that he’s a bad man, but somehow we don’t seem to think the same way. What should I do?
Relationships
By Chris Hart Dec. 10, 2025
For many women, intimacy starts well before the bedroom. The attraction sparks when a partner thinks deeply, communicates clearly and shows care for their emotions
We were arguing in the office the other day about how often celebrity relationships seem to fall apart. Are they just awful people? Or can we learn something from their difficulties?
Relationships
By Chris Hart Dec. 4, 2025
It’s not that anything bad’s happened, but I often notice other couples having difficulties and wonder whether my friends can see the cracks appearing in my relationship before I do!
Relationships
By Chris Hart Dec. 3, 2025
Rekindling desire after an absence isn't something that simply happens; it is something that must be nurtured with effort, chemistry, and intention.
Relationships
By Anjellah Owino Nov. 22, 2025
Brenay Kennard was sued by her manager’s ex-wife, Akira Montague, under North Carolina’s alienation of affection law.
Entertainment
By Joan Oyiela Nov. 18, 2025
The divorce stats suggest not, but there is someone out there who’s just right for you. And when you find them, you’ll just know it and will suddenly realise why things never worked out before.
Relationships
By Chris Hart Nov. 15, 2025
Public displays of affection, or PDA as many call it, have become part of how couples express love in their daily lives.
Wellness
By Timo Muthuri Nov. 8, 2025