An old myth speaks of ancient strangers; dozens of tall light-skinned wanderers who arrived unannounced in the forest of Maramunyi in Voi sub county centuries ago.Though they spoke a language unknown to the locals, they were warmly welcomed and urged t…
Day: January 14, 2023
County Fetes First Kenyan To Reach Mt. Everest Peak
Nyeri County government has feted James Kagambi, the retired teacher who made history by becoming the first Kenyan to summit Mount Everest, the world’s tallest mountain.During a ceremony held in his honour in Nyeri town on Friday, Kagambi was issued wi…
Why cholera continues to threaten many African countries
Malawi is facing its worst cholera outbreak in two decades. The outbreak started early in 2022 and has, so far, resulted in over 18,000 cases and the loss of 750 lives. It’s also forced the closure of schools and many businesses. Microbiologist Sam Kar…
Labour ministry exploring opportunities for Kenyan health workers in Saudi Arabia
The government of Saudi Arabia might open up more job opportunities for Kenyan nurses, doctors and allied health professionals.The matter shaped deliberations between a Kenyan delegation led by Labour Cabinet Secretary Florence Bore, and officials fro…
UNIVERSITIES MUST DEPLOY RESEARCH AND INNOVATION TO DEAL WITH CHALLENGES OF OUR TIME
President William Ruto has challenged Kenyan universities to engage in research and innovation that develop solutions to urgent challenges facing Africa and the world.The President said innovation and technological development will enhance Kenya’s comp…
Transgender Kenyans Seek Refuge Amid Backlash Over Activist’s Death
For the first time in years, Arya Rams falls asleep and wakes up each day without a dense knot of fear in her chest.She lives in a room in a safe house deep in Kenya’s Rift Valley, supported by the Dutch non-governmental organization Trans Rescue.Being…