Tech envoy: Kenya taking the lead in adoption of digital tools

Kenya has made huge strides in the digital revolution, as evidenced by the use of multiple social media platforms, fintech, edutech, medtech and the country's flagship mobile money platform M-Pesa.

By Noel Nabiswa 4 days ago

What your body's natural smell reveals about you

The odour our bodies produce reveal a surprising amount about our health

By Noel Nabiswa 8 days ago

Faith actors seek to address gaps in teen pregnancy, maternal and child health

The Faith to Action Network, alongside key stakeholders from the government have launched the Interfaith National Hub on Family Health and Wellbeing.

By Noel Nabiswa 9 days ago

Banyamulenge community in Eastern DRC faces systematic violence, humanitarian crisis

The Banyamulenge community from the Eastern DRC has called for urgent international intervention and targeted sanctions to prevent what they describe as a looming humanitarian catastrophe.

By Noel Nabiswa 9 days ago

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New reforms set to restore efficiency on the Northern corridor

Kenya has announced sweeping reforms to cut delays, reduce roadblocks, and restore the Northern Corridor's competitiveness amid rising cargo diversion.

By Noel Nabiswa 13 days ago

Fuel crisis, cost of living force Kenyans back to the streets

Activists, including Boniface Mwangi, are mobilising nationwide protests over rising fuel prices and the cost of living, urging authorities to uphold citizens' right to demonstrate.

By Noel Nabiswa 14 days ago

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'GIST cancer has shown me how few friends I have despite my great fame'

Award-winning barber Samuel Kitiki, known as Kitiki Sam, says his battle with GIST cancer exposed his vulnerability and limited support system despite his public fame.

By Noel Nabiswa 15 days ago

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Elimu Bora group condemns KEWOTA deductions, demands probe

Elimu Bora lobby groups calls out KEWOTA for what it terms unlawful deductions from teachers push for investigations to protect female educators.

By Noel Nabiswa 19 days ago

Why Kenya must rethink how food systems are delivered

Kenya launched a review of its National Agricultural Investment Plan in December 2024 to align it with national, regional and global priorities.

By Noel Nabiswa 19 days ago

KNH nurses call off strike after deal with employer

Kenyatta National Hospital Nurses calls off strike after agreeing on return-to-work formula with Health Ministy.

By Noel Nabiswa 20 days ago

Chaos at KNH as nurses strike leaves many patients stranded

Patients now face uncertainty as the strike continues, with many calling for urgent resolution to restore services.

By Noel Nabiswa 20 days ago

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Uasu pushes for appointment of UoN vice-chancellor

UASU is urging the urgent appointment of a substantive Vice-Chancellor at the University of Nairobi, warning that prolonged leadership gaps are worsening instability and financial strain.

By Noel Nabiswa 21 days ago

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Study: Online abuse bars at-risk youth from care

A study by Kenya Legal and Ethical Issues Network on HIV and AIDS finds that online abuse and stigma are preventing vulnerable young people from accessing essential health information and care.

By Noel Nabiswa 22 days ago

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Think your memory is slipping? Build habits for lasting brain health

Building healthy habits can support long-term brain health, helping to slow cognitive decline and reduce the risk of dementia.

By Noel Nabiswa 29 days ago

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Battle for numbers: Inside IEBC's Gen Z voter registration plan

The IEBC has launched a 30-day mass voter registration drive across Kenya, with a notable surge in Gen Z participation driven by the Niko Kadi initiative.

By Noel Nabiswa 1 month ago

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Inside a woman's trauma of losing her baby at birth

Reducing the risk starts with good antenatal care in early booking, screening for conditions like diabetes, monitoring foetal growth, and ensuring delivery well equipped facilities.

By Noel Nabiswa 1 month ago

From genes to germs: Unlocking microbe advantage in weight loss

Weight loss is shaped not just by genes but also by the trillions of microbes in the body that influence metabolism and overall health.

By Noel Nabiswa 1 month ago

Etiquette: Dos and don'ts when comforting a grieving mother

Supporting a grieving mother requires sensitivity, patience, and understanding of her emotional, spiritual, and psychological needs after the loss of a baby.

By Noel Nabiswa 1 month ago

Ford Asili chides politicians over abusive outbursts

Ford Asili has criticised some Kenyan politicians for using abusive language in public disputes, warning that it undermines peaceful co-existence.

By Noel Nabiswa 1 month ago

Two-day oat diet shows lasting health benefits

Oats are a fibre-rich food that acts as a natural, gentle laxative, supporting regular bowel movements and may help relieve constipation.

By Noel Nabiswa 1 month ago

Replacing meat with beans cuts weight study

A recent study has shown that shedding extra kilos could be as simple as replacing some of the sausages, beef and bacon in your diet with legumes.

By Noel Nabiswa 6 months ago

Eat to live: How your plate could save the planet

A report on the global food system has revealed that less than 1 per cent of the world's population follows a diet that is both healthy for people and sustainable for the planet.

By Noel Nabiswa 6 months ago

Nairobi hosts AfriLabs 10th annual gathering focused on Africa's innovative future

The 10th AfriLabs Annual gathering kicked off in Nairobi, bringing together innovators policymakers, investors and more than 2,000 participants from over 50 countries.

By Noel Nabiswa 6 months ago

Mater hospital attains SafeCare quality certification

It enables healthcare facilities to measure and improve the quality, safety and efficiency of their services.

By Noel Nabiswa 7 months ago

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Why scrolling in the loo is harming your health

Most people tend to spend a lot of time in the bathroom, a habit many struggle to break, especially when at the comfort of their home.

By Noel Nabiswa 7 months ago

Study links processed foods to higher risk of memory decline

Healthy eating patterns may lower the risk of cognitive decline in old age by up to 40%, while processed and sugary foods can accelerate memory loss and brain aging.

By Noel Nabiswa 7 months ago

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Vincent Machuka: City dweller minting profits from dog business

This is the story of 35-year-old Vincent Machuka, a dog breeder, trainer and also the owner of K9 Machuka Fly Dog security agency.

By Noel Nabiswa 7 months ago

Chronic kidney disease stalls youth's dreams, but not his hope

Endless dialysis sessions, restricted diets, fluctuating blood pressure, and a loss of appetite became part of John Nalianya's daily routine.

By Noel Nabiswa 7 months ago

Breaking the spell: Fighting myths that hinder epilepsy treatment

For many communities, epilepsy is still wrongly believed to be the result of curses, witchcraft or demonic possession.

By Noel Nabiswa 7 months ago

Climate: Experts call on countries to invest in early warning signs

Mohamed Abdi Ware, noted that the Greater Horn of Africa continues to experience the climate crisis manifest in droughts, sudden floods, and unpredictable rainfall patterns.

By Noel Nabiswa 8 months ago

Struggling to sleep? Your gut could be the reason

But for scientists, your gut microbes could be causing insomnia, according to a new study from China

By Noel Nabiswa 8 months ago

Experts push for menopause policy and affordable care

Health experts are calling on the government to develop a clear policy framework on menopause, including affordable hormone replacement therapy.

By Noel Nabiswa 8 months ago

Nairobi hosts world's top digital knowledge contributors

Nairobi hosts global volunteers and experts for Wikimania 2025, sharing projects and ideas that shape Wikipedia, Wikimedia projects and the future of open knowledge online.

By Noel Nabiswa 8 months ago

Why your knees hurt and how to keep them strong for life ahead

As we age, the cartilage that cushions the joints wears down and thins while the ligaments connecting bone and muscle become less elastic.

By Noel Nabiswa 8 months ago

Reducing air pollution speeding up global warming climate crisis

Scientists have found that most of the acceleration in warming observed since 2010 was likely due to efforts against air pollution in East Asia.

By Noel Nabiswa 9 months ago

Iron deficiency: Health crisis mostly affecting women and children

Iron deficiency, particularly when it progresses to anaemia, can have serious health implications

By Noel Nabiswa 9 months ago

Legal practitioners urged to put their health status first

The medical insurance plan offers inpatient cover of Sh500,000 to Sh10 million per family, with free maternity, dental, and optical services.

By Noel Nabiswa 9 months ago

New research finds early Alzheimer's may make some people more social

People showing early signs of Alzheimer's, such as slight changes in thinking and memory, may actually become more sociable, drawing closer to family and friends for support in daily life.

By Noel Nabiswa 9 months ago

Snacking on almonds daily can help cut cholesterol, study

Consuming 50 grams of almonds, roughly 45 nuts, each day may help improve cholesterol levels and deliver a variety of metabolic health benefits.

By Noel Nabiswa 9 months ago

How families are rising above clubfoot stigma

Imagine the heartbreak of knowing that your own mother, the very person who gave you life, once attempted to end it.

By Noel Nabiswa 10 months ago