By Eddah Waithaka Echo Network Africa is taking bold action to shatter stereotypes and inspire a new generation of female scientists with the launch of its mobile STEM laboratories. The initiative will be announced on Wednesday, targeting primary school girls across 15 counties to spark early interest in science and technology. From “D” Grades to […]
By Eddah Waithaka Leading journalists, health experts, and policymakers met at the Sarova Stanley Hotel today for the Kenya Editors’ Guild (KEG) Thought Leadership Series, where they tackled the growing crisis of shrinking Official Development Assistance (ODA) and its impact on Africa’s health and development. Under the theme “The Impact of ODA Cuts on Health […]
A bold proposal for the immediate formation of a Transitional Government has ignited fierce debate across Kenya, as citizens and leaders demand urgent action to address the country’s escalating political and economic crises. In a hard-hitting statement, Prof. Fredrick O. Ogola declared that Kenya is “beyond dialogue,” slamming recent government deception including the “Big Con” […]
By Eddah Waithaka IGAD leaders and regional dignitaries gathered in Nairobi today for a high-level forum on peace and security, urging collective action to address conflicts, climate shocks, and governance challenges across the Horn of Africa. Eminent Council Mobilized for Peace Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu, IGAD Executive Secretary, opened the forum with a powerful appeal to […]
By Eddah Waithaka Grassroots movement Bunge La Mwananchi today vehemently dismissed former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s allegations of a government-backed “killer squad,” calling the claims “reckless” and a threat to national security. During a fiery press conference at Jevanjee Gardens, the group accused Gachagua of politicizing counter-terrorism efforts and demanded an apology to Kenyans. “Baseless […]
By Eddah Waithaka A damning new study reveals an epidemic of violence against Nairobi’s young women, with 1 in 5 experiencing physical abuse and over 20% surviving sexual violence most often by trusted partners. Researchers warn these alarming rates haven’t improved since 2019, demanding immediate intervention. The PMA Agile 2024 survey conducted by the International […]
By Eddah Waithaka The Kenyan government’s decision to fund the Talanta Sports Stadium through a Ksh.44.7 billion bond has drawn fierce criticism, with former National Assembly Budget Chair Ndindi Nyoro warning that the move could plunge taxpayers into a costly debt trap. The 60,000-seater Talanta Sports Complex, set to host the 2027 Africa Cup of […]
By Eddah Waithaka More than 20 African countries have gathered in Nairobi for the STEMtastic Adventures Africa 2025 symposium, a high-level forum aimed at reshaping science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education across the continent. The four-day event, hosted at the Centre for Mathematics, Science and Technology Education in Africa (CEMASTEA) in Karen, brings together […]
By Eddah Waithaka Britam has unveiled four professional golfers it will sponsor in the second leg of the Professional Golfers of Kenya (PGK) Equator Tour, which tees off tomorrow at Limuru Country Club. The athletes Hesbon Kutwa (Royal Nairobi Golf Club), Kopan Timbe (Sigona Golf Club), Simon Ngige (Kiambu Golf Club), and Simon Njogu (Great […]
By Eddah Waithaka The 24th edition of the SportPesa National 7s Circuit officially launched today, setting the stage for six thrilling legs of high-octane rugby across Kenya. Top sponsors SportPesa and KBL reaffirmed their commitment to growing the sport, while host clubs and Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) officials outlined their vision for an electrifying tournament. […]
