Kenya is facing a critical shortage of trained caregivers for children with autism, a gap that is undermining efforts to support their learning and social development. Speaking in an interview, special needs educator Caleb Juma said the country has yet to fully embrace the role of “shadow teachers” trained aides who support children with special…
Photo of Naiyanoi Ntutu, widow of the late Emurua Dikirr MP Johana Ng’eno. Nairobi,April 3,2026 –Naiyanoi Ntutu, widow of the late Emurua Dikirr MP Johana Ng’eno, has been appointed to the board of the Information and Communication Technology Authority (ICTA). The appointment was announced by Information, Communications and the Digital Economy Cabinet Secretary William Kabogo…
Activist and Former president of Bunge la mwananchi Francis Owino speaking to the press at Jeevanjee gardens in Nairobi on April 02, 2026 Activists at Bunge la Mwananchi have criticised the leadership of Francis Atwoli, accusing him of overstaying in office and failing to account for resources at the Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU)….
Somali refugees in Dadaab have been pitching makeshift shelters on the outskirts of one of the camps.Photo Courtesy|© UNHCR/Charity Nzomo Families Flee Only When Survival Collapses Nairobi, Kenya, April 2, 2026 – Prolonged drought in Somalia is forcing families to flee across borders into Kenya. Humanitarian agencies warn of a growing human rights crisis. At…
Photo showing gender and child rights in climate adaptation strategies across the region. Photo courtesy| The Guardian. Nairobi, Kenya, April 2, 2026– Experts are concerned about climate policies in the Horn of Africa. These policies do not adequately address how climate change disproportionately affects women and children. They warn that current interventions are mostly gender-blind,…
Graduates of AKU’s Class of 2025 celebrate at the Nairobi campus. Nairobi, Kenya. April 2, 2026. – The Surgery Residency Programme at Aga Khan University (AKU) Medical College is the first in Kenya and the region to receive accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education International (ACGME-I). This achievement will improve the training…
Nairobi, April 2, 2026-. Absa Bank Kenya has renewed its title sponsorship of the Absa Kip Keino Classic with a KES 35 million investment. This sets the stage for a landmark edition scheduled for April 24, 2026, at Nyayo Stadium. For the first time, the 2026 edition will take place under floodlights, with competitions running…
As Kenyans get ready for the Easter holiday, a time of faith, renewal, and togetherness, the long weekend is expected to lead to more travel across the country. Families will reunite upcountry, while holidaymakers head to coastal destinations and national parks. This festive period, known for crowded highways and lively social gatherings, increases the need…
7th edition Absa Kip Keino Classic Continental Tour Gold was officially launched on today, setting the stage for another high-profile night of athletics on April 24. Organisers used the launch to reaffirm the event’s growing stature on the global circuit, while highlighting the continued support of Absa Bank, which has served as the title sponsor…
(L-R): Mohammed Ismail, Chairman, Syokimau Residents Association (SRA), Joshua Mutuku, Branch Manager, Java Syokimau, Sam Ondato, Service Team Member at Java Syokimau and Priscilla Gathungu, Group CEO, Java House, during the official launch of Java House’s new Syokimau branch, the casual dining brand’s 105th branch in East Africa. Modern consumers are increasingly prioritizing convenience, access…
