Tom Mboya University in Homa Bay celebrated as more than 700 students finished basic German language training. These students came from families that face daily money struggles throughout the region. The university found these students through its Widows Empowerment Programme, which creates chances for people who need extra help. Many of these students never thought they could learn a second language, but they proved themselves wrong by completing the important A2 level.
Just 30 years ago, at 42 years of age, he experienced major changes. Numerous children and families across Nairobi saw rapid transformations as the Nairobi, Mathare, and Ngong Rivers struggled under heavy pollution and lack of care.
During rainy seasons, these waterways overflow, destroying homes and creating serious health problems for nearby communities. Currently, these rivers run freely again, bringing relief to residents and children who live around them.
The waters move with fresh vitality thanks to Climate WorX, a government program dedicated to river restoration and climate action. These channels, previously clogged with trash and waste, have changed from areas of decay into examples of renewal.
Nairobi's waterways flow once...
Kenya remains firmly devoted to protecting its wildlife population, Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano stated at the 2025 World Wildlife Day celebrations. The event took place at Kiborgoch Wildlife Wetlands and Community Conservancy in Baringo County. Miano described animals as treasured assets belonging to all Kenyans. She emphasized how these creatures help boost tourism, strengthen agriculture, and maintain essential natural systems throughout the country.
The government connects animal protection with national economic plans like the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda and Vision 2030. These frameworks ensure natural resources benefit both current and future citizens. Many officials joined the celebration focused on "Wildlife...
The Kenya Meteorological Department urges farmers to contact local agricultural officers about ideal planting seasons. Recent forecasts predict rainfall will start across western, central, and southern parts of Kenya within fourteen days. Dr. David Gikungu, who heads Kenya Meteorological Services, stated these regions should expect near-to-above-average precipitation levels. This weather pattern creates favorable conditions for farming activities throughout high-potential agricultural zones.
Rainfall offers welcome relief for many drought-affected areas across the country. Flash floods might occur in certain poorly drained urban areas and along riverbanks when heavy downpours begin. The long-rain season starts between March 8th and...
According to national chairman Macloud Malonza, Harambee Sacco plans to reward members with record-high returns. Members will receive nine percent interest on deposits, compared to last year's 8.5 percent. The organization also intends to boost share capital payments to fifteen percent, up from twelve percent during the previous year. Members can expect an additional three percent rebate when they capitalize dividends plus two percent for any deposit interest they reinvest.
CEO George Ochiri shared impressive financial results during the 54th Annual Delegates Meeting. The organization achieved a net surplus of 1.46 billion shillings, exceeding last year's 1.2 billion figure. Revenue jumped significantly from 5.7 billion to 7.01 billion...
Many people believe healthy eating costs a lot of money. They think nutritious foods remain out of reach because prices keep climbing. Some folks imagine that eating well means buying expensive organic products from fancy stores. This common thinking stops many from giving their bodies what they need.
A nutritionist with 15 years of experience explains healthy eating differently. It means consuming proper amounts of quality food based on your age, weight, activity level, and health conditions. This practice gives your body the essential nutrients it requires to function properly. Despite challenges, we should focus on both the quality and quantity of nutrients in our meals.
The expert emphasizes six key nutrients every meal should...
Two university students rode their bicycles to the popular Juja dam on Sunday afternoon. They planned to relax in the area locals call "park and chill" and enjoy some time together. One student jumped into the water, attempting to swim, but quickly started struggling. His friend bravely dove after him, trying to help save his life.
Both students drowned before anyone could reach them with assistance. Resident Gabriel Mwangi explained many visitors lack swimming skills yet enter the water anyway. Mwangi believes stronger safety measures must protect people at the dam. He pointed out that four separate deaths occurred at this location during just one month.
"Most deaths happen because people attempt swimming without proper skills,"...
Nairobi plans to welcome global leaders to the World Chambers Forum Africa Summit 2025, which will be held at the Kenya International Convention Centre from April 9 to 11. The World Chambers Federation and Kenya National Chamber of Commerce will host discussions about working together on issues that affect economies worldwide. They chose the theme "Africa's Global Future: Integrated, Innovative, and Sustainable" for this important gathering.
The summit aims to help regional teamwork, support sustainable business methods, and create investment chances across Africa. People attending will talk about increasing trade between countries, moving forward with the African Continental Free Trade Area, and building partnerships around the world...
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua believes politics works through addition rather than subtraction. He works as "the people's opposition" by creating new friendships with leaders across Kenya before the 2027 elections. His team aims to build a strong political group to challenge President William Ruto when voters head to the polls on August 9, 2027. Gachagua asked the Kamba community to back their recently created movement, joining the Gikuyu, Embu, Meru, and Akamba people.
"I'm happy to come back to Machakos; you are our cousins. I wonder where the devil came between us, but God's time is the best. We have returned to each other; we are the same people; we talk the same language; we will walk together," Gachagua told attendees...
