Stories by: Alice Neema
Kenya Commits to Universal Power at Powering Africa Summit
21 Mar, 2026 01:00 PM
ENERGY SUMMIT
The Principal Secretary (PS) for Energy Alex Wachira outlined these commitments during the Powering Africa Summit (PAS2026) at the W Marriott in Washington, D.C., held on March 19–...
The Principal Secretary (PS) for Energy Alex Wachira outlined these commitments during the Powering Africa Summit (PAS2026) at the W Marriott in Washington, D.C., held on March 19–...
Kenya’s Flood Crisis Leaves Families Struggling
20 Mar, 2026 04:00 PM
FLOOD AFTERMATH
Mothers and newborns are among the most vulnerable. In Hazina Village, South B, Nairobi, 18‑year‑old Angela Penina waded through shoulder‑high floodwaters carrying her week‑old bab...
Mothers and newborns are among the most vulnerable. In Hazina Village, South B, Nairobi, 18‑year‑old Angela Penina waded through shoulder‑high floodwaters carrying her week‑old bab...
Gen Z Surge: 'Tuko Kadi' and the Youth Political Awakening
19 Mar, 2026 04:34 PM
YOUTH POWER
Kenya’s Gen Z are increasingly aware of their political power, and the Tuko Kadi campaign is channeling that energy into early voter registration. The movement thrives on a digital...
Kenya’s Gen Z are increasingly aware of their political power, and the Tuko Kadi campaign is channeling that energy into early voter registration. The movement thrives on a digital...
Kenya’s Borrowing Boom Fuels Growth, Deepens Strain
18 Mar, 2026 04:30 PM
DEBT DILEMMA
Grants are limited but valuable. They require no repayment, carry no interest charges, and avoid currency risks. They are best suited for social and climate projects. Yet their sca...
Grants are limited but valuable. They require no repayment, carry no interest charges, and avoid currency risks. They are best suited for social and climate projects. Yet their sca...
Innovation Key to Ending Hunger, Government Says
18 Mar, 2026 03:30 PM
HUNGER FIGHT
Tanui reaffirmed President William Ruto’s directive to construct 50 mega dams, alongside hundreds of medium, small, and micro dams. The initiative is expected to bring more than 2....
Tanui reaffirmed President William Ruto’s directive to construct 50 mega dams, alongside hundreds of medium, small, and micro dams. The initiative is expected to bring more than 2....
Support Transforms Youth Dreams: Nakuru Pianist Leads Progress
17 Mar, 2026 03:59 PM
YOUTH EMPOWERMENT
Kenyan youth brim with passions and dreams, and nowhere was this more evident than at AIPCA St. Peters Church Muguga Grounds in Nakuru East. There, a community fundraiser celebrate...
Kenyan youth brim with passions and dreams, and nowhere was this more evident than at AIPCA St. Peters Church Muguga Grounds in Nakuru East. There, a community fundraiser celebrate...
Lives at Risk, Economy at Stake: Kenya’s Pothole Problem
17 Mar, 2026 12:57 PM
BROKEN STREETS
Potholes begin as small cracks in the road surface. Water seeps into these cracks, weakening the base layer. Heavy rains, like those recently experienced in Kenya, accelerate the p...
Potholes begin as small cracks in the road surface. Water seeps into these cracks, weakening the base layer. Heavy rains, like those recently experienced in Kenya, accelerate the p...
Francis Atwoli: Six Terms of Union Leadership
17 Mar, 2026 11:49 AM
LABOR CHIEF
Francis Atwoli is one of the most prominent figures in Kenya’s labor movement. He has held this position continuously since August 2001, making him the longest‑serving head of the...
Francis Atwoli is one of the most prominent figures in Kenya’s labor movement. He has held this position continuously since August 2001, making him the longest‑serving head of the...
National Youth Service Begins Countrywide Recruitment Drive
16 Mar, 2026 03:23 PM
YOUTH SERVICE
NYS notes that eligible young Kenyans are encouraged to turn up in large numbers at their respective sub‑county recruitment centres and take advantage of this opportunity to serve...
NYS notes that eligible young Kenyans are encouraged to turn up in large numbers at their respective sub‑county recruitment centres and take advantage of this opportunity to serve...
Safari Rally: How Athletes Build Endurance
14 Mar, 2026 04:00 PM
RALLY PREP
Mother‑daughter duo Tinashe and Caroline Gatimu embody the spirit of teamwork. Caroline explains: “You need to have that sync when listening. When she drives, she listens to me. Wh...
Mother‑daughter duo Tinashe and Caroline Gatimu embody the spirit of teamwork. Caroline explains: “You need to have that sync when listening. When she drives, she listens to me. Wh...
Nakuru’s Mannabay Foundation Restores Hope for Boys
13 Mar, 2026 03:45 PM
HOPE BUILDERS
On February 12, 2026, the foundation welcomed 47 students into its education program. Through mentorship, school supplies, and guidance, boys and girls who had lost hope are given...
On February 12, 2026, the foundation welcomed 47 students into its education program. Through mentorship, school supplies, and guidance, boys and girls who had lost hope are given...
Kenya Moves to Strengthen Copyright Protection Amid Rising Digital Piracy
13 Mar, 2026 11:15 AM
CREATIVE RIGHTS
on March 12, 2026, Cabinet Secretary (CS) William Kabogo officially opened the National Multi-Stakeholder Forum on Digital Piracy. The forum brought together national and county go...
on March 12, 2026, Cabinet Secretary (CS) William Kabogo officially opened the National Multi-Stakeholder Forum on Digital Piracy. The forum brought together national and county go...
CS Kabogo Pushes Digital Safety Agenda at TikTok Summit
12 Mar, 2026 12:13 PM
DIGITAL SAFETY
Kabogo highlighted the rapid growth of the digital creator economy, noting its potential to open new avenues for expression and entrepreneurship. He cautioned, however, that these...
Kabogo highlighted the rapid growth of the digital creator economy, noting its potential to open new avenues for expression and entrepreneurship. He cautioned, however, that these...
Kihika, Joho Forge Path for Nakuru’s Economic Transformation
12 Mar, 2026 11:38 AM
NAKURU AGENDA
CS Joho pledged support for fishermen around Lake Nakuru, promising licensing, training, rescue services, fish landing bays, markets, and cold storage facilities. He also committed...
CS Joho pledged support for fishermen around Lake Nakuru, promising licensing, training, rescue services, fish landing bays, markets, and cold storage facilities. He also committed...
Meme Culture in Kenya: Humor, Influence, and Hidden Risks
11 Mar, 2026 07:00 PM
VIRAL POWER
In Kenya, memes unite cultures and eras. Since around 2010, they have infiltrated business and advertising. Popular phrases migrate into songs and speeches, transforming into memes...
In Kenya, memes unite cultures and eras. Since around 2010, they have infiltrated business and advertising. Popular phrases migrate into songs and speeches, transforming into memes...
Women Leaders Drive Kenya’s Politics Forward
10 Mar, 2026 07:00 PM
GENDER GAINS
The nation is still striving to achieve the constitutional two‑thirds gender rule, but the numbers have risen compared to a decade ago. Notably, the number of women elected as gove...
The nation is still striving to achieve the constitutional two‑thirds gender rule, but the numbers have risen compared to a decade ago. Notably, the number of women elected as gove...
Kenya Reclaims Its Commonwealth Legacy at London Summit
09 Mar, 2026 03:26 PM
DIPLOMATIC LEGACY
Chaired by Samoa’s Finance Minister Mulipola Anarosa Ale Molioʻo, the summit focused on repositioning the Commonwealth amid global economic shifts and rising geopolitical fragmenta...
Chaired by Samoa’s Finance Minister Mulipola Anarosa Ale Molioʻo, the summit focused on repositioning the Commonwealth amid global economic shifts and rising geopolitical fragmenta...
Nation Media Group Sets AI Precedent, Media Council Applauds
09 Mar, 2026 02:46 PM
RESPONSIBLE INNOVATION
On March 6, NMG unveiled its AI framework, a comprehensive policy guiding how artificial intelligence will be used across its print, digital, and broadcast platforms. The framework...
On March 6, NMG unveiled its AI framework, a comprehensive policy guiding how artificial intelligence will be used across its print, digital, and broadcast platforms. The framework...
Kabarak University Celebrates Diversity as Cultural Week Starts March 9
08 Mar, 2026 01:00 PM
CULTURAL PRIDE
Organized by the Kabarak University Students Organisation (KUSO), this year’s theme,“Proud of Our Roots, Unity in Diversity ”calls the entire university family to reconnect with th...
Organized by the Kabarak University Students Organisation (KUSO), this year’s theme,“Proud of Our Roots, Unity in Diversity ”calls the entire university family to reconnect with th...
Heavy Rains Grip Kenya: 5 Ways to Stay Productive, Warm Indoors
07 Mar, 2026 04:00 PM
RAINY RETREAT
Even a rainy day does not have to be wasted. For the local mwananchi, it can be the perfect excuse to stay dry and embrace simple indoor activities. Lifestyle guides point to creat...
Even a rainy day does not have to be wasted. For the local mwananchi, it can be the perfect excuse to stay dry and embrace simple indoor activities. Lifestyle guides point to creat...
