Kenya, like many other countries, faces tremendous challenges in raising healthy and strong children. Malnutrition, particularly micronutrient deficiencies, has been a long-standing problem, hurting children’s physical growth, cognitive development, and general health. However, one intriguing solution is gaining ground: food fortification. Fortified meals have the ability to improve the health of Kenya’s children by providing…
American sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson has expressed her disappointment at the manner in which some female athletes are being treated which she feels is doing a ‘disservice’ to the sport. World 100m champion Sha’Carri Richardson wants to see diversity appreciated in track and field. Richardson, who has never shied away from telling truth to power, feels…
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has appealed for fairness and consistency in how the Judiciary, civil society, and development partners engage with the legislative arm of government. Speaking after presiding over the 2024 Annual High Court Human Rights Summit at Safari Park Hotel, Speaker Wetang’ula emphasized the principles of justice, highlighting the symbolic elements of…
Lodwar municipality residents have decried the continued deterioration of hygiene standards in the area. Traders have even expressed their willingness to contribute to the initiative, suggesting pooling resources for waste collection and spearheading clean-up efforts. They spoke when Lodwar Municipality Manager, Eng. Benjamin, Tukei was touring the town….
Tata Chemicals Magadi, Africa’s largest manufacturer of soda ash based in Kajiado County, has been recognized as the Company of the year 2024. The company was feted for its contributions to the industrial landscape and its unwavering commitment to sustainability throughout the region. Tata Chemicals Magadi boasts over 113 years of experience in the global…
The decision of six men to infiltrate a nearby gold mine in Marsabit County cost them their lives on December 10 A pit in Hillo, the area of Dabel, collapsed at dawn, killing them to the ground; ten others were injured The police have started their investigation; the mine was among those closed for security…
Sony Sugar Company CEO Martin Dima confirmed the arrest of six workers involved in the theft of 7,000 kilos of sugar Dima confirmed that the six were arrested following a thorough investigation by the Directorate of Criminal Investigation He added that two suspects managed to escape, and the search is on to ensure that they…
In order to strengthen the Survivor Support System, A Focus on Shelters and Helplines, Ushindi Empowerment Group, with support from the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives, organised the 2nd Annual Shelters and Helplines Forum on December 9, 2024, at a Nairobi hotel. The session honoured the achievements of 20 women leaders from Nairobi, Kajiado, and…
The National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC) has condemned the excessive use of force by police to disperse protesters during demonstrations against femicide held on Tuesday, December 10. The protests, held to rally against the rising cases of femicide and gender-based violence in the country, ended in chaos after police used tear gas to disperse…
Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti has appealed to striking healthcare workers to return to work, urging them not to allow local politics to influence their work. Speaking during her development tour across various wards in Yatta Sub-County, Governor Ndeti criticized Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Union (KMPDU) Chairperson Dr. Okumu for allegedly inciting the health workers…
Comedian Jasper Muthomi alias MC Jessy has criticized the Music Copyright Society of Kenya (MCSK) for demanding a hefty fee ahead of his highly anticipated show. MC Jessy revealed his frustrations during an interview with SPM Buzz on Tuesday, December 10, where he disclosed the events leading up to the demand. According to him, MCSK…
The Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB), in collaboration with Missions for Essential Drugs and Supplies (MEDS), has commenced the implementation of advanced Near Infrared Technology (NIR) known as Pillscan. Acquired from Global Health Labs USA with support from the Global Fund, this cutting-edge technology is set to enhance PPB’s quality control systems by detecting substandard…
Nairobi county environment chief officer Geoffrey Mosiria came across a girl lying on the side of the road in Kawangware When asked, he found out that he was seriously ill, and his family could not afford treatment and did not have health insurance Mosiria arranged an ambulance to take the woman to Mbagathi hospital and…
The trailer for the third movie in the ‘28 Days Later’ franchise has been released. The new film, directed by Academy Award-winning director Danny Boyle and Academy Award-nominated writer Alex Garland, is set almost three decades since the events of the first movie, which starred Cillian Murphy. Fans of the film were excited to see…
Starlet Wahu was found dead, and Victor Matara was later arrested after seeking medical treatment at the hospital The prosecution gathered 14 witnesses including Wahu's brother, Julius Njoroge, who identified his body Another brother of the late socialite, Pastor Victor Kanyari, was overcome with emotion during a court hearing recently The trial of the murder…