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Kenya faces a growing Sh2 billion bill as 1982 coup torture claims resurface

Former servicemen revisit 1982 coup brutality, seeking justice in court as Kenya faces munting compensation claims exceeding Sh2 billion for detention and torture
By Kamau Muthoni And Fred Kagonye 2026-04-25 12:00:00
Across Kenya, school holidays are becoming a powerful window for fathers to reconnect with their sons, as growing awareness of emotional presence reshapes parenting and strengthens boys’ development.
By Jayne Rose Gacheri 2026-04-19 09:55:53
Kenya’s nightlife is shifting from bars to private spaces as rising costs, safety fears and economic strain push revellers toward cheaper, controlled home and car gatherings.
By Mike Kihaki 2026-04-18 12:26:01
To the casual observer, club hosting may appear effortless, an endless cycle of music, lights, and partying lifestyle. But he is quick to dispel that illusion.
By Solomon Koko 2026-04-17 13:35:00
The article explores how people who fake status and superiority often mask deep insecurities, creating toxic relationships that erode others’ self-worth and emotional safety.
By Esther Muchene 2026-04-12 10:49:13
Parents often perceive this as withdrawal, while teenagers see it as freedom, a rare opportunity to reset after months of school pressures, deadlines, and structured schedules.
By Juliet Omelo 2026-04-10 12:30:00
Gen Z men are boldly pursuing older female MPs online, sparking viral moments, controversy and debate on respect, mentorship, and shifting relationship norms.
By Pkemoi Ng'enoh And Manuel Ntoyai 2026-04-10 10:05:00
Simon Mwangi paints a picture of the expansion of Kenya's aviation sector, drawing from his own journey; his rise from watching planes at Wilson Airport to managing in-flight services.
By Raymond Muthee 2026-04-06 10:10:31
A child’s earliest interactions, not screens or instruction, quietly shape brain development, emotional security and lifelong relationships in the first five years.
By Jayne Rose Gacheri 2026-04-05 11:41:16
Succession battles are tearing apart Kenya’s prominent families with disputed wills and decades-long court cases leaving estates frozen and heirs frustrated.
By Mike Kihaki 2026-04-03 13:45:00
Ambulance system is failing, costing lives daily. An audit reveals slow response times, poorly equipped hospitals, non-functional ambulances, and inadequate staffing, leaving patients at risk.
By Irene Githinji And Manuel Ntoyai 2026-04-03 12:35:00
Persistent feelings that everyone dislikes you often stem from a mix of social anxiety and learned patterns of perceived rejection, which can shape behaviour.
By Esther Muchene 2026-03-29 11:04:06