September 11
Kenya: Kenyan Marathoner Fighting Gender-Based Violence in Memory of Fallen Athletes
Viola Cheptoo started a foundation to create awareness and support GBV survivors. They visit schools, youth training camps, and churches, educating young girls on the red flags to… Read more »
July 25
Kenya: UN General Assembly Recognizes Kiswahili Language Day
This historic resolution highlights Kiswahili's role in fostering unity, socio-economic development, and cultural diversity Read more »
November 28, 2023
Africa: Elite Kenyan Marathoner Championing Battle Against Gender-Based Violence
Viola Cheptoo founded Tirop's Angels foundation in memory of fellow athlete Agnes Tirop Read more »
September 08, 2023
Africa: Nairobi Declaration At Climate Summit Pushes for More Climate Action
The Declaration will be the basis for Africa's common position in COP 28 and beyond Read more »
June 01, 2023
Kenya: Young Marine Pilot Going Against the Tide
Meet Elizabeth Marami, Kenya's first female marine pilot Read more »
May 03, 2023
Kenya: The Real Impact of the New Malaria Vaccine in Kenya
Since the vaccine was introduced in parts of Kenya, hospitalizations for children under 5 for severe malaria have fallen substantially, and there is a drop in child deaths Read more »
Kenya: Beyond the Numbers - the Real-World Impact of the Malaria Vaccine in Kenya
Since the vaccine was introduced in parts of Kenya, hospitalizations for children under 5 for severe malaria have fallen substantially, and there is a drop in child deaths Read more »
January 23, 2023
Kenya: Crabshack Floating Restaurant Thriving Above Mangrove Trees
During high season it gets up 1,000 customers a day with monthly earnings of up to $30,000 and employs 42 staff Read more »
January 19, 2023
Kenya: How Kenyan Coastal Villagers Are Cashing in On Carbon Credits
Mikoko Pamoja mangrove project expected to generate annual revenue of about $130,000 Read more »
January 04, 2023
Kenya: Climate Change Destroys the Livelihoods of Kenyan Pastoralists
Amid acute and persistent drought, pastoralists in Northern Kenya--and other arid regions of Africa--are in dire straits and hinge hope on potential compensation for loss and… Read more »
November 04, 2022
East Africa: Climate-Related Health Crisis Worsens As Disease Outbreaks Surge - WHO
Seven countries in the region recorded 39 reported outbreaks, flooding and other acute public health events between 1 January and 30 October 2022 Read more »
