Kenya grapples with high suicide incidence, ranked third leading killer worldwide
The Mental Health Advocates resolved that suicide prevention requires a multi-sectoral approach involving health, education, agriculture, faith groups, civil society and the media.
Mombasa hosts over 1,200 scientists from around the world for ocean sciences symposium
Principal Secretary, Prof Abdulrazak defended, enumerated some challenges that face Kenya and Africa, with loses of up to $10 billion annually due to illegal fishing, plastic pollution and rising sea levels of up to 3.6mm per year.
Kenya reforming coffee sector to bring it on same footing with leading producers – minister
Oparanya said the Coffee Cherry Advance Revolving Fund, which had disbursed more than Ksh9.7 billion to farmers in three years, was a clear success.
Kenya’s Gen Z demos replay in Madagascar as protesters return to streets to press for ouster of ex-DJ Rajoelina’s regime
Andry Rajoelina went on state television late on Monday and said he wanted to create room for dialogue with young people pressing for access to water and an end to power cuts, and promised measures to support businesses affected by looting.
Umma University pumps $1.8 million into expansion to bolster Islamic religious studies in Kenya
Speaking at the commissioning, President William Ruto said the government is committed to empowering universities to produce a new generation of graduates who are skilled, ethical and innovative, ready to create jobs, drive technology and address the nation’s pressing challenges.
Ethnic political trade-off: Kenya’s energy minister says Luo-Kalenjin bond is guarantor of Ruto presidency to 2032
During his development tour, Wandayi highlighted the inclusivity of the broad-based government. He pointed out that its diverse composition represented the face of Kenya and was central to fostering unity.
Pressure piles on Siaya Governor Orengo to dismiss cabinet for corruptly hiring staff
Led by Gem Member of Parliament Elisha Odhiambo, the leaders appealed to Governor Orengo the entire cabinet dissolve for fresh appointments in the wake of revelations that at least 382 recently sacked health-workers were reportedly dubiously enlisted in the county’s payroll.
Former Congo President Kabila sentenced to death by military court for treason
Former DRC President Joseph Kabila did not attend the trial and was not represented by legal counsel. Neither he nor his representatives were immediately available for comment. His whereabouts were not immediately known.
Kenya’s leisure hub at the coast push for slice of world conference tourism besides rich sun and beach holiday menu
As the industry celebrates the World Tourism Week, Kenya has been described as a strategic and ideal destination for regional and international meetings. The International Congress and Convention Association’s (ICCA) report of 2024, shows that MICE drives global travel growth and has outpaced leisure tourism.
Child neglect, teen pregnancy incidence rise among pastoralists in Kenya’s Kajiado County
Neglect accounted for the highest number at 3,753 cases, where children have parents, but are denied basic needs. Abandonment followed with 162 cases of minors left without any guardian or caregiver. Other cases included 552 of custody disputes, 25 of child marriages, 19 of teenage pregnancy, 13 of sexual assault, five of child labour and four of female genital mutilation.
