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Northern Kenya PWDs chairperson sounds alarm over lack of autism support
Charity Kilei  |  Oct 07, 2025

According to Hafid Maalim, autism remains a low priority for authorities, particularly regarding awareness, specialised education, therapy services, a...

World’s first known butt-drag fossil trace was left by a rock hyrax in South Africa 126,000 years ago
The Conversation  |  Oct 05, 2025

Through appreciating the importance of butt-drag impressions, urolites, coprolites and hyraceum, and learning about the environment of rock hyraxes an...

Lagos makes history as Africa hosts first E1 World Championship powerboat race
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 05, 2025

E1 boats are powered by clean, battery-driven engines and use hydrofoil technology that lifts them slightly above the water, allowing them to glide sw...

Pharmacy and Poisons Board assures paracetamol use during pregnancy safe
Charity Kilei  |  Oct 03, 2025

The Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) urged pregnant women to avoid self-medication and to seek advice from qualified healthcare professionals before u...

Autism explained: What science says about causes and concerns
Charity Kilei  |  Sep 27, 2025

Autism spectrum disorder affects communication, interaction, and perception. WHO estimates nearly 62 million people worldwide, about 1 in 127, live wi...

Stakeholders sound alarm over funding shortfalls as Kenya celebrates World Contraceptive Day
Zainab Saidi  |  Sep 26, 2025

Advocacy groups are urging the government to supplement UNFPA's efforts, which have allocated over Sh387.9 million to procure contraceptive commoditie...

Nearly 50 per cent of Kenyan women choose not to have more children - MoH report
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 25, 2025

The findings indicate that while fertility rates are declining nationally, demand for contraceptives remains high, especially among youth and women in...

Paracetamol and vaccines not linked to autism, says WHO
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 25, 2025

The global health body emphasised that autism remains a complex condition influenced by a mix of genetic and environmental factors, with no single cau...

Beyond Sugar: Common foods linked to baby tooth decay
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Sep 20, 2025

Milk teeth may be temporary, but caring for them sets a foundation for lifelong oral health. With rising decay rates among toddlers in Kenya, awarenes...

Maralal to host 32nd Samburu International Camel Derby, attracting global visitors
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 11, 2025

Participants from over 70 countries will bring international flair to the iconic event, reinforcing Kenya’s status as a leading tourism destination.

Birth control in Africa: Study tracks the use of long-acting contraception in 26 countries
The Conversation  |  Sep 02, 2025

Cultural factors can also reduce uptake. Misconceptions about infertility, fear of health risks, and social expectations about childbearing can discou...

Activist Boniface Mwangi enters 2027 presidential race with justice and equity agenda
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Aug 27, 2025

Mwangi stressed the urgent need for leadership that puts the welfare of ordinary Kenyans first and transforms their aspirations into practical policie...

Mombasa's Jumeirah Beach comes alive with first-ever Camel Race Derby
Farhiya Hussein  |  Aug 24, 2025

The race served as the highlight of a series of pre-event activities ahead of this year’s East Africa Ocean Festival

Kenya urged to amend age of consent laws to boost contraceptives access for adolescents
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jun 29, 2025

Allan Maleche, Executive Director of the Kenya Legal and Ethical Issues Network and one of the event’s organisers, challenged the reliance on age alon...

DCI arrests Murang'a MCA Grace Nduta over alleged staged abduction of Juja MP Koimburi
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 29, 2025

The DCI said the arrest followed social media reports about the alleged abduction of Wairimu herself, claims which the investigative agency has dismis...

Bezos vs Musk: Amazon's satellite internet takes on SpaceX's starlink
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 29, 2025

The goal was to deliver fast, affordable internet to underserved and remote regions across the globe. Amazon plans to begin full-scale production and...

Grace and Amy: The story of sisterhood behind UK’s first womb transplant birth
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 08, 2025

After their family is complete, the womb will be removed, allowing Grace to stop taking daily immunosuppressants that help prevent her body from rejec...

Fired Health CS Nakhumicha nominated as Kenya’s UN envoy in mini-reshuffle after turbulent tenure
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 20, 2025

From failed prescriptions to diplomatic postings, Nakhumicha’s transition marks a new chapter after her abrupt removal from office.

Electric toothbrush or manual? Which one is the best?
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Feb 17, 2025

Some studies have suggested that electric toothbrushes reduce plaque and gingivitis (gum disease) more effectively than manual ones.

Health Ministry bows to pressure, withdraws case against woman who protested over SHA inefficiencies
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 30, 2025

The decision follows uproar from Members of Parliament, who had called for the charges to be dropped.

Gender Commission condemns violation of Grace Njoki's rights during arrest at hospital
Mary Wambui  |  Jan 24, 2025

The arrest happened at Ladnan Hospital in Eastleigh, where she had gone to seek medical treatment. She was forcibly removed from the hospital on claim...

Grace Mulei released on Sh10,000 cash bail as she recounts ordeal before her dramatic arrest
Charles Adinda  |  Jan 24, 2025

According to Mulei, she was driven around to three different locations before finally ending up at the police station.

Grace Mulei, woman who stormed Afya House over SHA inefficiencies arrested
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 23, 2025

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations on Thursday evening sent a statement confirming the arrest.

Government says unlicensed dental services providers face Sh10 million fine
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 26, 2024

The crackdown on unregistered dental clinics is part of a wider government effort to address unauthorised medical practices across the country.

KURA warns of road closers in Nairobi ahead of Sunday bike race
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 27, 2024

Unfortunately, no alternative routes will be provided for motorists during this period.

Several roads to be closed ahead of Nairobi City Marathon on Sunday
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 07, 2024

The full marathon will commence at 6:45 am, with the last athlete expected to finish by 12:22 pm.

High Court upholds 33-year sentence for Westgate Attack convicts
Joseph Ndunda  |  Jun 28, 2024

Justice Nzioka dismissed an appeal by Hussein Hassan Mustafa and Mohammed Ahmed Abdi stating, "I would have enhanced the sentence if I was requested b...

IEBC ex-boss Issack Hassan among 41 shortlisted for Court of Appeal judge posts
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 23, 2024

Wafula Chebukati, who succeeded Issack at the IEBC, is among 41 applications who have not made the shortlist.

Jowie Irungu files fresh case against death sentence, law denying him bail
Joseph Ndunda  |  Apr 18, 2024

Jowie argued that laws providing death sentences are unconstitutional because they all violate Article 26(1) of the Constitution on protection of the...

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