Bamako Convention: A health crisis as Kenyans face polluted rivers, mercury-filled gold mines

This is not only an environmental failure. It is a public health emergency and a legal one. 

Bernadette Loloju: My FGM story and mission to protect girls

Like many other girls, Loloju believed that FGM was a rite of passage. 

Refugee youth use film to share stories of digital violence

The online violation for Mary quickly morphed into a terrifying real-life assault. 

Kenya’s wound care crisis and the urgent need for early intervention to prevent amputations

Among the most vulnerable are those with diabetes, where even the smallest wound can escalate into a severe health crisis, threatening limbs and lives. 

Science and technology crucial for Africa’s green transition; Experts say

'High in sugar', 'high in fat': How front-of-pack labelling can ease burden of diet-related diseases

African stakeholders chart united stand on climate resilience ahead of COP30 in Brazil

Despite contributing less than 4% of global greenhouse gas emissions, Africa faces severe climate impacts—from deadly floods in Rwanda to failing crops in Kenya.

A racing heart, restless nights; A tale of hyperthyroid patients

Miriam was prescribed a medication that slows down the production of thyroid hormones, helping to bring her overactive thyroid under control. 

Aging, caregiving, financing: The unspoken crisis facing women in Kenya

Grace Wachori, Africa Regional Director at the Aspen Network of Development Entrepreneurs (ANDE), emphasizes that financial security is deeply tied to mental well-being.She highlights that financial instability creates a cycle where women make progress through psychosocial support but later fall bac...

Gender vs Sex; Does Ruto's recognition of girls or boys leave out intersex persons?

The President’s stance has raised concerns, especially among intersex advocates, who believe that the recognition of genders should go beyond a binary framework.