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Kenyatta National Hospital issues 7-day deadline to Kenyans to collect 260 unclaimed bodies
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 10, 2025

The hospital confirmed that a large number of the unclaimed bodies are children, raising concerns about the high rate of child deaths and abandonment...

Forging the future: How Kelvin Kimuyu is reviving brass craft in Nairobi’s Kariokor Market
Margaret Wanjiru  |  May 18, 2025

Kimuyu begins his craft by sourcing brass from trusted local vendors in Nairobi, often selecting clean sheets or rods of the metal that are free from...

Bring back the sparkle: Easy ways to re-shine your jewellery
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Feb 26, 2025

Over time, exposure to air, moisture, and everyday wear can cause jewellery to lose its shine.

Paul Zeleza: A tribute to Professor Bethwell Ogot
The Elephant  |  Feb 24, 2025

Thank you, Professor Ogot, for your scholarship, your mentorship, your unwavering belief in the power of history and scholarship to illuminate, libera...

Tributes pour in for Prof Bethwell Ogot following his death at 95
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 30, 2025

His family confirmed that he passed away at a Kisumu hospital after a short illness.

Study finds Kenyans losing immunity against new, highly mutated Covid-19 variants.
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 04, 2025

As the virus continues to evolve, the study warns that many Kenyans remain vulnerable to severe outcomes from new variants.

Kenya launches call centre in Nairobi to support victims of obstetric violence
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 29, 2024

The new call centre is seen as a timely intervention to provide immediate help for women experiencing obstetric violence and ensure their cases are do...

Police shoot and kill second suspect in Wells Fargo manager's murder
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 01, 2024

In the meantime, detectives continue their search for additional suspects involved in the abduction, robbery, and murder of Ayieko.

Woman linked to murder of Wells Fargo HR Manager dies
John Mbati  |  Oct 31, 2024

Despite being rushed to a hospital in Yala, the woman succumbed to her injuries hours later.

Second suspect in murder of Wells Fargo director arrested after shootout
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 30, 2024

The woman, apprehended in connection with the killing of Ayieko, was captured after defying police orders.

Second suspect arrested in murder of Wells Fargo manager, gun found
Amina Wako  |  Oct 30, 2024

When the suspects resisted, a gunfight ensued, leaving bloodstains at the scene—evidence that the boyfriend sustained gunshot wounds during his escape...

Wells Fargo HR boss Ayieko died from head injuries that caused brain bleeding - Postmortem
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 29, 2024

Government pathologist detailed that some tissues were missing from Ayieko's mouth, ear, and cheek, attributing these injuries to animal activity.

Amnesty International, Mukuru Social Justice Centre fault state over killings
Barack Oduor  |  Oct 26, 2024

Anami Daudi of Mukuru Social Justice Centre suggested that the killings should be declared as a national disaster.

Wells Fargo HR Manager found dead after mysterious disappearance in Siaya County
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 23, 2024

Ayieko’s body was discovered on Monday in Nyamninia in Siaya County just four days after he was reported missing.

Kenya launches guidelines to address mental health challenges at workplaces
Charity Kilei  |  Oct 10, 2024

Key actions in ensuring workers’ well-being include urging counties to invest in mental health and addiction clinics at all Level 4 hospitals.

Coastal youth leverage social media to build wells
Farhiya Hussein  |  Sep 16, 2024

These charity campaigns' success has also shifted perceptions of youth involvement in community development, with young people now seen as vital contr...

The Sh8.5 million items police took from my home- Wanjigi on recent raid
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 10, 2024

He has, however, denied any connection to being in possession of teargas canisters allegedly found in one of his escort vehicles.

Climate mitigation, adaptation project unveiled in Turkana
Waweru Wairimu  |  Jul 13, 2024

The Climate Action Project will see community organisations at the grassroots equipped to sensitise the communities on building their resilience to cl...

WHO launches global dashboard to track child mortality and health
Charity Kilei  |  Jul 03, 2024

Each year, 4.9 million children under five die, with nearly half of these deaths occurring in the first month of life, hence the tool that will help p...

Teachers in acting roles to get defined timeline, allowances in proposed Bill
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 17, 2024

The Bill proposes that the TSC may appoint a teacher in an acting capacity for at least 30 days but not exceeding six months.

Teachers walk to raise funds for wellness center amid mental health crisis
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 26, 2024

The walk was part of a campaign to raise awareness about the mental health challenges teachers face, and providing them with the necessary resources a...

16-year-old sensation smashes Usain Bolt's 22-year-old record
Rama Mohammed  |  Apr 07, 2024

Despite battling through recent injuries, including a persistent hamstring problem, Bramwell exuded confidence before the highly-anticipated race.

UN Foundation appoints Dr Ahmed Ogwell as VP of Global Health Strategy
Barack Oduor  |  Mar 28, 2024

The Kenyan doctor recently served as Acting Deputy Director-General at the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC).

Ropes, brass, salt, stone: Reinventing jewellery in Kenya
AFP  |  Mar 18, 2024

Her 2019 collection Salt of the Earth featured ropes, salt crystals and patinated blue-green brass, and was showcased in exhibitions at London's Victo...

Meet the 56-year-old ex-military man, changing lives in Mombasa through wellness
Farhiya Hussein  |  Dec 13, 2023

In the heart of Mombasa, a man previously known for his quiet, retired life has emerged as a beacon of inspiration. Major Retired Idris Abdirahman, a...

Five suspects in Sh94.9 million heist detained for 10 days
Abdimalik Hajir  |  Nov 14, 2023

Five suspects connected to the theft of Sh94.9 million from Quickmart Supermarket have been detained for a 10-day period pending ongoing investigation...

Four suspects linked to Sh94 million Quickmart heist arrested
City Correspondent  |  Nov 12, 2023

According to the police, Sh9.1 million was recovered during the operation which also netted a getaway car that was used by the suspects to escape with...

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