Health

A Photo of Kenyan Nurses on the roads for demonstrations By Erick Mbogo Githuku Kenya’s health system is under severe strain as the nationwide nurses’ strike enters its 37th day. Hospitals across the country are struggling to cope, and reports indicate that at least 79 patients have died due to lack of care. Families are desperate, doctors are overwhelmed, and the public is demanding urgent action. But even in the middle of this crisis, leaders and health experts are pointing

An Anonymous Photo of milk shortage in a supermarket By Erick Mbogo Githuku Kenya’s dairy sector, one of the country’s most vital agricultural industries, is facing a temporary but worrying shortage of milk. The Kenya Dairy Board (KDB) has confirmed that deliveries to processors fell by 3.1 million liters between June and July 2026, with preliminary data suggesting further declines in August. Shelves in Nairobi and other urban centers have already shown signs of strain, with

A Photo of Religious Leaders in Kenya. By Erick Mbogo Githuku Religious leaders in Kenya are intensifying calls for decisive choices that will safeguard democracy and peace as the country heads toward the 2027 General Elections. Speaking at the opening of the National Stakeholders Convention (NSC) at Ufungamano House, newly elected National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK) chairman Dr. Elias Otieno Agola reminded delegates that the future of the nation rests on decisions m

Standard Group Associate Editor Alex Kiprotich past photo By Erick Mbogo Githuku The chilling dashcam footage showing armed, masked men allegedly abducting Standard Group associate editor Alex Kiprotich on the Gilgil–Nakuru Road has sent shockwaves across Kenya’s media fraternity. As of Wednesday morning, Kiprotich’s whereabouts remain unknown, and the incident has sparked urgent conversations about the safety of journalists, press freedom, and accountability in the country.

A photo of an Afghan lady holding an education cry poster By Erick Mbogo Githuku The Taliban’s sweeping restrictions on girls’ education have left millions of Afghan girls locked out of classrooms, sparking global outrage and deep concern for the country’s future. Yet, as the crisis enters its second day of international spotlight, a different narrative is emerging: one of resilience, resistance, and grassroots solutions. Across Afghanistan, local communities are quietly but

A Photo collage showing stranded passengers and a Plane of the Kenya Airways . By Erick Mbogo Githuku After a chaotic Sunday that saw hundreds of passengers stranded at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) due to a go‑slow by aviation staff, Kenya Airways and airport authorities are now shifting focus from crisis management to long‑term solutions. The delays, which stretched up to three hours, highlighted vulnerabilities in Kenya’s busiest aviation hub — but they also o

Law Society of Kenya President Charles Kanjama at a past event . By Erick Mbogo Githuku Katiba Day, marked every August 27, is more than a commemoration of the 2010 Constitution— it is a reminder that Kenya’s supreme law is a living document. Sixteen years on, the Constitution continues to shape our political, social, and economic landscape through devolution, citizen‑centered governance, and the protection of fundamental rights and freedoms. Its principles — human dignity, e

The aftermath of the flash flood in the Nuwakot district of Nepal. By Erick Mbogo Githuku At least 157 people have been confirmed dead and hundreds more — including foreign tourists — remain missing after catastrophic flash floods tore through the Nepal‑Tibet border region. The sudden downpour swept away roads, bridges, and power plants, leaving entire communities cut off and rescue operations struggling against treacherous terrain. Authorities warn the toll could rise sharp