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Slow down, start fresh: Your guide to a happy January

January is the perfect month to slow down, reset your space and mind, explore your surroundings, and enjoy simple, joyful moments without pressure
By Brendah Makena 6h ago
For the modern professional, recognising when you have outgrown a role to the point where you are becoming a liability is more important than spotting the obvious red flags of a toxic environment
By Esther Muchene Dec. 28, 2025
I’m in a dilemma. I’ve been offered a position that pays significantly more than I’m currently earning, but I love my current job! What do I do?
By Chris Hart Dec. 28, 2025
The holidays are all about laughter, fun and making memories. Whether you’re with family, friends, or flying solo, there are plenty of ways to make the season sparkle
By Anjellah Owino Dec. 28, 2025
While festive gatherings promise warmth and joy, they can also bring unexpected challenges, forcing some to rethink what “going home for the holidays” really means
By Peter Muiruri Dec. 27, 2025
For the most part, December hospitality usually turns into January financial strain if there is no proper planning
By Anjellah Owino Dec. 26, 2025
Festive trails are not about distance covered or destinations reached. They are about reconnection with people, with memory, with parts of ourselves we neglect the rest of the year
By Jayne Rose Gacheri Dec. 25, 2025
The moment you step off the bus, your parents switch roles. You may have survived Nairobi traffic, rent and deadlines, but nothing prepares you for the festive season back home
By Silas Nyamweya Dec. 24, 2025
The tradition of gift-giving, particularly when appreciating the efforts of a dinner party host, has long been a cherished practice
By Jael Wakesho Dec. 23, 2025
With careful planning and realistic budgeting, you can host memorable celebrations without carrying the financial burden into the new year
By Anjellah Owino Dec. 22, 2025
The holiday season brings joy, laughter, and family gatherings, but for mums, it often transforms into a never-ending to-do list of last-minute shopping and festive preparations
By Jael Wakesho Dec. 22, 2025
Whether it's for family photo ops or cosy evenings spent together, these festive sets bring an extra dose of cheer to the season
By Molly Chebet Dec. 20, 2025