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From burial to ashes: How bodies are disposed of

Cremation is another common method. It uses high heat to reduce the body to bone fragments and ash, which are then processed into a fine powder.

By Esther Nyambura 2026-03-26 14:32:51

From burial to ashes: How bodies are disposed of

Kenya's AI Bill explained: What's in it?

By Ronald Kipruto 2026-03-25 13:33:21

What to know about impact of US-Israel-Iran war on global food security

The ongoing conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran is sending shockwaves across the globe and affecting multiple sectors.

By Xinhua 2026-03-16 12:44:38

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Explainer: How the instant traffic fines system works

New digital Instant Fines Traffic Management System faces opposition as government says it will improve road safety, curb corruption in traffic enforcement and penalise offenders instantly.

By Mate Tongola 2026-03-11 11:09:24

Explainer: How the instant traffic fines system works

Road safety dos and don'ts as heavy rains pound parts of Kenya

Following a weather advisory, the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has issued road safety alerts as heavy rains continue to pound parts of the country.

By Ronald Kipruto 2026-03-05 14:41:35

Road safety dos and don'ts as heavy rains pound parts of Kenya

Your cell can't die, can't stop dividing; it's a cancer

Cancer occurs when cells ignore normal growth controls, often due to genetic changes that alter how your genes function.

By The Conversation 2026-02-26 13:26:00

Your cell can't die, can't stop dividing; it's a cancer

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Explained: Why this January is feeling extra hot

January 2026 has been unusually hot across Kenya, leaving many Kenyans questioning whether the country is experiencing a heat wave or its normal hot season.

By David Njaaga 2026-01-29 14:51:00

Explained: Why this January is feeling extra hot

Explained: Court of Appeal nominations spark debate on gender balance

The Court of Appeal currently has 27 judges, comprising 11 women and 16 men. If President William Ruto appoints all 15 nominees, the court would have 42 judges, comprising 27 men and 15 women.

By Fred Kagonye 2026-01-23 16:27:05

Explained: Court of Appeal nominations spark debate on gender balance

4 tips to make your water safe for drinking

Water quality is not the only aspect of water provision that affects the health and safety of citizens. Water availability is crucial for hygiene and safe living standards.

By The Conversation 2026-01-21 12:47:47

4 tips to make your water safe for drinking

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Choosing career: Why listening to inner self is important in a fast-changing job market

Career counsellors should try to help people deal with their disappointments, sadness and pain, and empower them to heal others and themselves.

By The Conversation 2026-01-19 15:38:33

Choosing career: Why listening to inner self is important in a fast-changing job market

Ransomware: What it is and why it's your problem

Ransomware is a type of malicious software that makes a victim’s data, system or device inaccessible. It locks the target or encrypts it until the victim pays a ransom to the attacker.

By The Conversation 2026-01-19 10:30:00

Ransomware: What it is and why it's your problem

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Inside the construction process and why some buildings collapse

From surveying the land to laying the foundations, from designing floors to installing lifts, a chain of decisions determines whether a building rises safely or collapses.

By Esther Nyambura 2026-01-12 07:00:00