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Study finds over half of skin-lightening creams contain unsafe mercury levels
Charity Kilei  |  Nov 12, 2025

Mercury can damage skin cells, cause rashes, itching, redness, and burns, and trigger allergic reactions. It can also enter the bloodstream, harming t...

Kenya’s justice system under strain amid rising mob justice, overcrowded prisons
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 11, 2025

Experts warn that the lack of coordination among public officers and infrastructure deficiencies are worsening access to justice.

Team Kenya heads to Tokyo for 2025 Deaflympics with hopes of record medal haul
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 11, 2025

Fueled by national pride and months of intensive training, Team Kenya is ready to make history at the 100th anniversary of the Deaflympics in Tokyo.

From colonial cells to court reforms: A walk through Kenya’s Judiciary Museum preserving legal, freedom struggles
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 04, 2025

Few know that beneath the grandeur of Kenya’s Supreme Court lies a museum chronicling the nation’s quest for justice and self-rule.

Nairobi United drawn with Wydad Casablanca in historic CAF Confederation Cup group stage
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 03, 2025

Nairobi United become the first Kenyan club to reach the CAF Confederation Cup group stage, drawn alongside Wydad Casablanca, Azam FC, and AS Maniema...

Justice Matheka calls for increased funding to strengthen Kenya’s child justice system
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 01, 2025

She urged the National Treasury and county governments to significantly increase funding for child protection services, including the judicial infrast...

Nairobi United sink Étoile du Sahel 2–0 in CAF Confederation Cup first leg
Erick Kariuki  |  Oct 19, 2025

The 2–0 victory puts Nairobi United in firm control ahead of the return leg in Tunisia, needing only to avoid a heavy defeat to advance to the CAF Con...

Seven costly mistakes Kenyans make when buying wheat flour — and how to avoid them
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Oct 16, 2025

Checking online reviews and consumer discussions can help you identify brands known for consistent freshness and quality.

Details of ex-UN official Claris Onganga who is taking over helm at human rights commission
Barack Oduor  |  Oct 04, 2025

Onganga worked full-time as a Human Rights Specialist. Before this, she served as a Human Rights Advisor at the United Nations from June 2011 to June...

How to bake classic vanilla cupcakes at home for friends and family
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Oct 04, 2025

Whether topped with swirls of creamy frosting or sprinkled with colourful decorations, these cupcakes bring smiles to every table.

Proposed Bill set to mandate solar panels on new homes
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 28, 2025

If approved, the National Construction Authority (NCA), working with relevant government agencies, will identify zones within new developments where s...

CJ Martha Koome pushes back against criticism over parliamentary interference
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 23, 2025

Chief Justice Martha Koome said the courts have consistently exercised restraint in interfering with parliamentary business but will not shy away from...

How to make the tastiest cheesy sauce to elevate your French fries
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Aug 13, 2025

The secret lies in balancing fat, liquid, and emulsifiers. Cheese on its own can break when melted, but when combined with a roux and milk, you create...

Duncan Ojwang declines Ruto's nomination for KNCHR chair position, vetting suspended
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 13, 2025

In a letter addressed to National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, Ojwang cited personal reasons and a possible conflict of interest as grounds for...

Seven reasons why your child’s diaper rash keeps coming back
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Aug 12, 2025

“Is it the diaper brand? Is my child sensitive? What am I doing wrong?” These are common questions many parents ask when their baby is uncomfortable,...

Katiba Institute, KHRC sue to block Ruto’s KNCHR nominee over gender rule breach
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 06, 2025

In their court filings, the lobby groups are seeking multiple declarations and orders, including the nullification of Dr Ojwang’s nomination and a dir...

How to layer beauty products - and why skincare needs more than 10 minutes
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Aug 06, 2025

Apply sunscreen generously as the final step in your morning routine and wait at least five minutes before applying makeup.

FIDA-Kenya decries surge in sexual abuse during protests
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 15, 2025

FIDA-Kenya Chairperson Christine Kungu has expressed concern that the safety of women and girls was overlooked during the unrest, despite increasing r...

Judicial Council condemns police brutality, demands action on protest gangs
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jul 15, 2025

NCAJ, chaired by Chief Justice Martha Koome, expressed deep concern over reports of organised groups inciting violence, looting and destroying propert...

Why some deodorants cost more - and why cheap isn’t always better
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Jul 12, 2025

Many consumers believe deodorant is a basic commodity, why pay more when the cheap option works just fine? But dermatologists, chemists, and consumer...

DPP recommends murder charge against police officer Klinzy Barasa who shot mask vendor Boniface Kariuki
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Jul 10, 2025

The court has, however, released his co-accused, Duncan Kiprono, from police custody due to a lack of evidence.

Court grants IPOA 7 more days to hold officers accused of killing Nairobi masks hawker Boniface Kariuki
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Jul 03, 2025

The two officers, Barasa and Kiprono, are under investigation in connection with the shooting of Boniface Kariuki, also known as Eli Joshua, who later...

Court allows IPOA to detain two police officers linked to hawker shooting for 15 days
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Jun 19, 2025

This is after IPOA entered into a mutual agreement with the defence lawyers who represented the officers.

Officers accused of shooting hawker during Nairobi protests arraigned
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 19, 2025

Boniface Mwangi Kariuki, a street vendor, was shot in the head at close range by one of the officers as the protestors called for justice.

Glow naturally: How to make your own body scrub for radiant, healthy skin
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Jun 07, 2025

One popular and effective self-care product is the homemade body scrub, which exfoliates, hydrates, and revives the skin using simple, everyday ingred...

Kenyan men embrace the glow-up: Grooming gets a masculine makeover
Margaret Wanjiru  |  May 25, 2025

Once seen as a woman’s world, Kenya’s beauty and grooming scene is now witnessing a refreshing shift; men are confidently walking into salons, spas, a...

Why samosa reigns supreme at Somali breakfast tables and snack culture
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 27, 2025

Far from just a casual snack, the sambusa is a cultural mainstay, often served alongside spiced tea (shaah), mahamri or a plate of sweet anjero (Somal...

New AUC Chair sets sights on peace in Eastern DRC, South Sudan in first official visit to Angola
Mwangi Maina  |  Mar 21, 2025

Their meeting reaffirmed the AU's commitment to "advancing peace, security, and sustainable development across the continent," with both leaders placi...

National Construction Authority warns landlords not to add extra floors to occupied buildings
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 13, 2025

In recent years, several buildings have collapsed due to poor construction standards and unauthorised modifications, resulting in loss of lives and pr...

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