The Mombasa County Government today launched the 2023 Blue Economy and Innovation Summit in a ceremony that happened at Sote Hub in Nyali.
The summit will be a week-long event from October 27th to November 3rd. It will tackle vital issues concerning youth employment and community problem-solving.
Swahili Pot Hub is more than just a tech space; it is a beacon of hope and transformation for the youth of coastal Kenya. Mahmoud Noor’s dedication to community development and technology has created a ripple effect of change, empowering countless young minds to dream big and achieve their goals. As the hub continues to thrive and expand, it serves as a shining example of how innovation and community engagement can create a brighter future for all.
By Joy Mwema
One in every five adolescent girls in Kenya becomes pregnant before adulthood. This is according to recent figures released by the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics.
According to the bureau, girls aged 15-19 stand a 21% chance of becoming pregnant. They face health, social, and economic challenges as a result.
By Joy Mwema
In a bid to address the pressing issue of menstrual hygiene and its impact on girls’ education, Chakol North ward MCA Dalmas Onjole, together with menstrual hygiene champions Tinah Namaindi from the Office of the Governor and Priscilla Juma from the Health Department, recently distributed sanitary pads to teenage girls at Ng’elecom Primary School in Teso South sub-county.
During the event, Busia Deputy Governor Arthur Odera called on men to break their silence surrounding menstrual hygiene and actively support girls.
By Diana Wambui
Recently, netizens have been abuzz with discussions surrounding the unfortunate incident involving Catholic priest Joseph Kariuki.
The priest died in hospital after being taken there by his mistress who found him unconscious after spending the night with him in a hotel in Murang’a county.
Well, turns out, you can play hide-and-seek with folks, but God has the ultimate cheat code! He will expose you in broad daylight.
By Mariselah Kimbio
Kenya is set to introduce a 6-in-1 vaccine to enhance its routine immunization schedule the vaccine, also referred to as the Hexavalent Vaccine, has received approval from the Global Vaccine Alliance (Gavi) board for inclusion in the immunization schedule for developing countries like Kenya.
The vaccine protects children against diseases such as Diphtheria, Tetanus, Whooping Cough, Hepatitis B, Haemophilus influenza type B, and Poliomyelitis (Polio).
According to a statement by Gavi, a window would