When madness in a nation goes unchecked, economy takes a heavy hit, mental experts tell Kenya  

When madness in a nation goes unchecked, economy takes a heavy hit, mental experts tell Kenya  

General Manager for Sub-Saharan Africa at Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine Sanae Mausannif lauded Kenya’s leadership in mental health reform, describing the country as a model of commitment and progress in the region.

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‘Organised’ and ‘explosive’ growth of Zion Church poses challenge to Communist Party lading to detention of its pastor

‘Organised’ and ‘explosive’ growth of Zion Church poses challenge to Communist Party lading to detention of its pastor

Dozens of police officers forcibly intercepted Jin last month while he was trying to board a US-bound flight from the commercial hub of Shanghai, and restricted his travel outside Beihai, said Bob Fu, the founder of Christian NGO ChinaAid.

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Kenya holds Indigenous Seed Fair 2025 in Laikipia to celebrate seeds, food and culture, place premium on local foods

Kenya holds Indigenous Seed Fair 2025 in Laikipia to celebrate seeds, food and culture, place premium on local foods

ISFAA Coordinator Martin Oulu says indigenous seeds, handed down through generations, are specifically suited to thrive in local environments. Compared to commercial seeds, indigenous are more resistant to harsh weather, pests and diseases, making them especially valuable in the face of climate change and growing uncertainty in agriculture.

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Kenya creates National Marine Spatial Plan to diffuse conflicts arising from competing interests in use of ocean resources

Kenya creates National Marine Spatial Plan to diffuse conflicts arising from competing interests in use of ocean resources

To address these challenges, the government through the Kenya Marine Fisheries and Socio-Economic Development (KEMFSED) project under the Ministry of Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs, has embarked on a participatory process to develop the spatial plan.

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Bereft of financial support, ingenious students in Kenyan universities develop coping mechanisms to overcome odds

Bereft of financial support, ingenious students in Kenyan universities develop coping mechanisms to overcome odds

Under the new funding model introduced in May 2024, students are now expected to seek scholarships, loans, and household contributions, with allocations based on financial need – ranging from 30 to 70 per cent. However, not all students benefit equally. While some find the model manageable, those from low-income backgrounds continue to face hardship due to limited family support.

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Bodies of competitors who drowned when their boat capsized during East Africa Ocean Festival in Mombasa retrieved

Bodies of competitors who drowned when their boat capsized during East Africa Ocean Festival in Mombasa retrieved

Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir called for calm and compassion, calling on the public to allow families space to grieve.

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Murang’s senator: There’s urgent need for stricter  measures to halt deforestation in Kenya

Murang’s senator: There’s urgent need for stricter measures to halt deforestation in Kenya

Speaking during a tree-planting drive in Kandara Constituency, spearheaded by Joe Nyutu Foundation, the senator said, continued destruction of forests had contributed to the growing adverse effects of global warming like droughts, floods, heat waves, along with rising sea levels, hence posing as a serious threat to future generations.

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Arrival of migratory birds in Kisumu’s wetlands coincides with World Migratory Bird Day

Arrival of migratory birds in Kisumu’s wetlands coincides with World Migratory Bird Day

The group has also partnered with Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) and Nature Kenya to restore degraded swamp areas by planting papyrus, conduct regular bird monitoring, and raise awareness among lakeside communities on the importance of conservation.

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Kenyan university produces third best computing student in the world after outshining 80,000 others in Singapore Quant finals

Kenyan university produces third best computing student in the world after outshining 80,000 others in Singapore Quant finals

Before reaching Quant final, he outshone over 9,000 contestants in Kenya to secure the spot among top 12 national finalists. The competition brought together brilliant minds from across the country and being named the best was more than an achievement and a confidence booster.

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Kenya revisits plan to demolish asbestos-roofed houses with help of World Bank, European Union

Kenya revisits plan to demolish asbestos-roofed houses with help of World Bank, European Union

Director of London Institute of Railways, D Lawson Kamau Mbuguss, who said resident of crowded settlements like Nairobi’s Eastlands, Kongowea in Mombasa, Nyalenda in Kisumu or Langa Langa in Nakuru, are at a high risk of cancer.

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