Majengo Nairobi Stories

Battling TB amidst persistent challenges of stigma, poverty and gender gaps
Charity Kilei  |  Mar 25, 2025

By transforming health pathways and addressing gender disparities, Kenya can strengthen its TB response and improve health outcomes for all.

Muslims in Nairobi’s Majengo struggle for Iftar amid harsh economic times
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Mar 22, 2025

With a population of over 1,000 Muslim families living in congested conditions, only a few can afford a decent meal to break their fast.

Defined by environment: How youth in Nairobi's Majengo struggle to stay away from drugs
Charity Kilei  |  Mar 09, 2025

Joseph highlights the harsh realities of hunger and addiction, which are the major factors driving many young people into crime and drug abuse.

Majengo clashes: Autopsy confirms Dennis Muthui died from gunshot, not stabbing
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 08, 2025

Muthui’s family is now demanding the immediate arrest and prosecution of the officer responsible for his death.

MCK urges thorough investigation into attack of journalists in Majengo
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 06, 2025

Journalists were on the ground documenting protests sparked by the alleged shooting of two teenage boys on the night of March 4, 2025, in Majengo.

Mother of teen shot by police in Majengo recounts final moments before his death
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 05, 2025

Ibrahim’s mother said the son had left home for evening prayers after reminding his mother to prepare a meal for him upon his return.

The Eastleigh Voice reporter assaulted by police while covering Majengo protest
Charity Kilei  |  Mar 05, 2025

After being detained for several hours, the officers returned his camera and phone, but the footage he had taken of the protests had been deleted.

Protests erupt in Majengo, Pumwani after police officer shot dead teenager
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Mar 05, 2025

Kamukunji MP Yusuf Hassan condemned the killing of the teenager and demanded swift action on the officer responsible for the shooting.

How free emergency medical services are saving lives in Nairobi slums riddled with poverty, violence
Mary Wambui  |  Jan 12, 2025

Lavender House Clinic project is not only treating illnesses but transforming lives, one patient at a time.

Drug shortages and struggle for health equity: Kenya's uphill battle to actualise Universal Health Coverage
Charity Kilei  |  Jan 11, 2025

As a cornerstone of Kenya's Vision 2030 and the Sustainable Development Goals, UHC is driven by the principles of equity, quality, and financial prote...

Two injured, 60 houses affected after fire broke out in Kamukunji's Majengo area
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Nov 23, 2024

Firefighters from Nairobi County are currently on the site battling the fire.

Demolition of Woodley houses signals an end to Nairobi's colonial estates
Barack Oduor  |  Nov 22, 2024

Other estates likely to be affected include Shauri Moyo, Bahati, Mbotela, Ziwani, Makongeni and Jericho.

No relief in sight: Flood victims voice frustration as promised aid fails to arrive
Charity Kilei  |  Nov 11, 2024

Kenya, like many other nations, is grappling with severe challenges due to climate change, including extreme weather patterns that disrupt agriculture...

Nairobi slum dwellers' daily struggles against diseases, poor sanitation
Charity Kilei  |  Oct 04, 2024

The constant cycle of illness and expense weighs heavily on the locals, underscoring the harsh realities of life in the slums where basic healthcare i...

Youth project in Nairobi’s Majengo slum helping create jobs, reduce crime
Charity Kilei  |  Sep 09, 2024

Rebranded into Thirty-Seven Self-Help Group, its young members are now taking charge of managing the group’s toilet business and other community proje...

Bidii self-help group transforms youth from crimes and drugs to employment
Charity Kilei  |  Jul 12, 2024

A report released in March 2024 reveals that individuals with lower economic status are more susceptible to becoming victims of crime.

Nairobi’s vibrant food scene conceals hidden concerns to food safety
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 07, 2024

Unscrupulous practices, such as using hydrogen peroxide and formalin in milk to extend shelf life, endanger the health of naïve customers.

Majengo slum residents turn to wood waste in quest for cheap cooking fuel
Charity Kilei  |  Jun 03, 2024

They are using waste wood from the Nairobi Handicraft Cooperative Society as it is cheap and readily available.

Why Eastleigh’s street food kiosks are gaining popularity
Mary Wambui  |  May 31, 2024

Street food joints have become favourite spots for people making an income in the fast-growing Eastleigh business centre in Nairobi where the price of...

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