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When Christmas ends, silence begins for many families

When Christmas fails to deliver the promised joy, many families are left navigating grief, separation and unanswered questions, learning that healing comes from honesty and presence.
By Jayne Rose Gacheri 2025-12-29 09:00:00
Sperm donation is relatively common and has helped many individuals and couples achieve parenthood. However, there is need for the public to understand how donor programmes operate.
By Dr Alfred Murage 2025-12-25 13:59:00
From MP Ong'ondo Were to lawyer Kyalo Mbobu and the sad death of Raila Odinga and many other notable Kenyans, 2025 has been grim.
By Joan Oyiela 2025-12-22 14:00:00
As financial pressure and social expectations mount in the days to Christmas, parents and experts say the season offers a powerful opportunity to teach children generosity, empathy and presence.
By Jayne Rose Gacheri 2025-12-21 09:41:50
Turning 30 for Kenyan women is no longer a countdown to marriage but a turning point defined by clarity, independence, and deliberate choices.
By Juliet Omelo 2025-12-19 15:30:00
Cyrus Jirongo's Mercedes Benz was involved in a head-on collision with a bus at around 2.19 am on December 13, 2025, at Karai, a blackspot in Naivasha.
By Manuel Ntoyai 2025-12-19 07:00:00
Fraudulent AI-generated tracks are increasingly appearing in artists' own profiles on streaming platforms, presented as their original work.
By AFP 2025-12-16 13:25:02
Self-care is a daily necessity for parents, and simple, consistent habits can help them protect their mental, emotional and physical well-being while setting a positive example for their children.
By Jayne Rose Gacheri 2025-12-16 11:59:47
Trauma bonding between a parent and child creates a confusing cycle of love and harm that can shape self-worth, relationships, and boundaries into adulthood.
By Esther Muchene 2025-12-15 00:00:00
In a screen-saturated world, experts warn that children are growing afraid of silence, and parents must gently reintroduce stillness to help them develop emotional regulation and inner resilience.
By Jayne Rose Gacheri 2025-12-14 10:18:29
Behind the smiles of Nairobi’s commercial sex workers lie struggles of survival, negotiation, and resilience, as they fight for dignity, safety, and access to healthcare.
By Maryann Anyango and Maryann Muganda 2025-12-13 15:27:55
Rising murders and drug incidents are exposing the hidden dangers of short-term rentals, where privacy can provide cover for predators.
By Pkemoi Ng'enoh 2025-12-13 14:20:00