Veteran Kenyan politician and former Lugari Member of Parliament Cyrus Shakhalaga Jirongo has died in a tragic road accident along the Nairobi–Nakuru Highway early on Saturday morning. According to Rift Valley Traffic Enforcement officer Sarah Chumo, the 64-year-old lawmaker was involved in a head-on collision with a Climax Coach bus near Karai, Naivasha, Nakuru County, […]
If you think superheroes, aliens, or sci-fi creatures are impressive, wait until you meet the tardigrade. This tiny, chubby, eight-legged creature is so tough that it can survive conditions that would instantly kill almost any other living being on Earth. Some scientists even believe tardigrades could survive the end of the world. Yes — it’s […]
HIV remains a leading public-health challenge in Kenya, and young people (roughly ages 15–24) are taking up an increasing share of new infections. This article summarizes the latest national and international data, outlines the main drivers behind the rise among youth, and lists policy- and program-level actions that evidence suggests would help reverse the trend. […]
In today’s homes, the glow of screens has become the new household fire. Children gather around phones, tablets and televisions the way past generations gathered around evening fires for stories. But unlike those fireside moments, today’s digital light comes with risks that most parents are only beginning to understand. As technology infiltrates schoolwork, entertainment, friendships […]
Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya narrowly escaped an attack while campaigning in Chwele, Kabuchai Ward, ahead of the November 27 by‑election. Videos obtained by Kenyans.co.ke show shattered windows on several vehicles — including one in his police escort — amid reports of gunshots that scattered the rally crowd. Natembeya’s Democratic Action Party of Kenya (DAP‑K) directly […]
The October 10 ceasefire has done little to unify Gaza. Instead, it has formalised a new geography of control: a so-called “green zone” under the authority of the Israeli military, and a “red zone” where displaced Palestinians are contained with minimal movement. A barely acknowledged “yellow line” separates the two—an invisible border shaping Gaza’s future. […]
KCB Bank has revamped its mobile app, reinforcing its promise of “For People, For Better” by giving customers direct, simplified access to the bank’s full range of services—including its loan products. The redesigned New KCB Mobile App consolidates everyday banking into one digital platform. Users can open accounts, send money, pay bills, track expenses, and […]
As men cross into their 40s and 50s, prostate health becomes a growing concern. Issues like frequent urination, weak urine flow, night-time bathroom trips, low libido, and prostate enlargement (BPH) become increasingly common. While medical treatment is essential for serious conditions, nutrition is proving to be a powerful first line of defence. Two simple foods […]
