eastleigh education Stories

Students break for three-week April holiday amid ongoing challenges in education sector
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 01, 2025

The second term is expected to begin on April 28 and will last for 14 weeks.

Illegal water users in Nairobi given until April 30 to regularise their supply
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 01, 2025

The operation is aimed at eliminating unauthorised water access in Nairobi and its environs to ensure fair distribution and maintain water quality.

Vibrant atmosphere as Eastleigh comes alive as Ramadan draws to a close
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Mar 31, 2025

Restaurants, which are central to social interactions in the neighbourhood, remained closed during the day as residents observed the fast, contributin...

In Pictures: Muslims countrywide celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr to mark end of Ramadan
Eastleigh Voice Team  |  Mar 30, 2025

The government gazetted Monday, March 31, 2025, as a public holiday to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr as Muslims across Kenya mark the end of Ramadan.

Dressed in celebration: How Muslims embrace tradition through Eid attire
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Mar 28, 2025

Some men choose a crisp white thobe (kanzu), a flowing ankle-length robe that exudes simplicity and sophistication, especially popular in Kenya's Coas...

Nairobi County turns to new firm for garbage collection
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 27, 2025

The move has sparked heated debates over legality, financial transparency, and the impact on private contractors.

Thousands gather for Laylat al-Qadr prayers in Eastleigh mosques
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Mar 27, 2025

At Business Bay Square Mall, hundreds of Muslims performed the Tahajjud prayers on Thursday in the lower grounds near the food court and other areas a...

Roadside traders on Eastleigh’s Athumani Kipanga Street count losses as structures are demolished
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Mar 26, 2025

Last month, mall owners along the street threatened to take legal action against Nairobi City County if the illegal businesses were not removed.

Autopsy reveals man allegedly shot by State House aide’s bodyguard suffered multiple gunshot wounds
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 26, 2025

Mohamed Keinan, a police officer attached to State House spokesperson Hussein Mohamed, is alleged to have shot Langat several times on Sunday night in...

Eastleigh transforms into 24-hour economy as businesses adapt to increased night activities
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Mar 26, 2025

This shift has become more noticeable in the past six days, coinciding with the last 10 days of Ramadan, when Muslims engage in Tahajjud prayers start...

World Water Day: Families' daily struggle for clean water as waterborne diseases surge
Charity Kilei  |  Mar 22, 2025

The deterioration of water treatment programs has left countless people with no choice but to consume untreated water, exposing them to a higher risk...

Kamukunji MP Yusuf Hassan hands over 50 computers to technical college
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Mar 19, 2025

The computers were sent by President William Ruto following a request made by the MP during the President’s visit to the institution last week.

How Ramadan has transformed night-time activities in Eastleigh
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Mar 17, 2025

The night air is soon filled with the sounds of Qur’an recitations from mosques as Tarawih prayers begin. The prayers, which are performed only during...

Ex-Eastleigh's Mega Shopping Mall manager released on Sh2 million cash bail in Sh296 million theft case
Joseph Ndunda  |  Mar 12, 2025

The suspect has been in remand for a month after failure to raise the bail and bond terms set by a Makadara law court after he was charged on February...

A day in Eastleigh during Ramadan: From dawn to midnight
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Mar 13, 2025

During the late morning hours, Eastleigh remains relatively quiet. Most people focus on work or rest. Unlike other months, there is little activity in...

Ruto promises to improve infrastructure, water supply for Eastleigh residents
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Mar 10, 2025

President Ruto also promised to rehabilitate the 2nd Avenue road, a crucial route leading to Eastleigh’s bustling market.

Somali embassy in Nairobi inaugurates new mosque sponsored by Eastleigh trader
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Mar 10, 2025

The newly-inaugurated mosque is expected to serve embassy visitors, staff and members of the surrounding community.

Shock as man arrested for illegally setting up police post in Uasin Gishu
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 09, 2025

According to police reports, the suspect, identified as Collins Leitich alias Chepkulei, is a resident of Asis village in Ndugulu Location, Kesses Sub...

ELeague1 Tour Kenya hosts fifth qualifying round at BBS Mall, Eastleigh
Erick Kariuki  |  Mar 09, 2025

The competition aims at identifying Kenya’s top FIFA player, who will go on to represent the country in Paris at the League 1 McDonald's event.

Eastleigh’s BBS Mall to stay open until 2am during Ramadan, plans 24-hour operations in final days
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Mar 08, 2025

The decision aims to accommodate the needs of shoppers and worshippers who observe late-night prayers and partake in suhoor, the pre-dawn meal.

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