By Eddah Waithaka As the world prepares for the pivotal COP29 summit in Baku, Azerbaijan, Amb. Ali Mohamed, Kenya’s Special Envoy for Climate Change and Chairman of the African Group of Negotiators, has issued a resonant plea for a climate finance framework grounded in the pressing needs of vulnerable nations. During a recent meeting in […]
By Eddah Waithaka Today, the African Institute for Development Policy (AFIDEP) revealed pivotal findings from its three-year “Putting Countries Back on the Path to Sustainable Development Goals” (Back-on-Track) project, which seeks to realign Kenya, Ethiopia, and Nigeria with Sustainable Development Goal 3 (SDG 3). Supported by the UK-based Children’s Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF), this groundbreaking […]
By Eddah Waithaka Today, as the world observes World Cities Day 2024, the focus shifts to the theme “Youth Climate Changemakers: Catalyzing Local Action for Urban Sustainability.” In a significant move to enhance urban sustainability efforts, a consortium of non-governmental organizations has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative, the Strengthening Civil Society Engagement for a Just and […]
By Eddah Waithaka The Forum for African Women Educationalists (FAWE) has presented a report analyzing the situation of teenage pregnancy in Kenya. This report outlines key statistics regarding its prevalence, the factors contributing to it, and the socio-economic effects on young girls and their communities. The launch event took place in Nairobi, Kenya. Titled “Situational […]
By Eddah Waithaka In a vibrant celebration of creativity and cultural heritage, Adèle Dejak, the edgy African luxury fashion and accessories brand, has announced the grand re-opening of its flagship store at Village Market in Nairobi. This highly anticipated event marks the triumphant return of the beloved brand, showcasing its exquisite handcrafted fashion accessories that […]
By Eddah Waithaka Today marks World Vision Kenya’s 50th anniversary, celebrating five decades of unwavering commitment to improving the lives of children, families and communities across the country. Founded in 1974, the organization has grown from a modest relief initiative in Machakos County to one of Kenya’s largest child-focused humanitarian organizations, providing transformative services that […]
By Eddah Waithaka Tax justice stakeholders gathered for the Sustainable Climate Finance and Taxation in Africa Civil Society Learning Event in Nairobi, Kenya, October 30 – November 1, 2024. This learning event brought together civil society actors from across Africa focused on tax justice, climate justice, and natural resource justice, with the aim of breaking […]
By Eddah Waithaka BIC, a global leader in stationery, lighters, and shaving products, has announced the regional and national winners of the sixth edition of its prominent ballpoint pen art competition, Art Master Africa this year, the competition invited artists to express their interpretation of “Ubuntu”), which is the theme for year’s event, utilizing the […]
By Eddah Waithaka The Bucket Ministry, a powerful Christian nonprofit dedicated to transforming lives through access to clean water, has reached a significant milestone by distributing 81,777 water filters in Kibera. This initiative has ensured that 408,478 residents of the informal settlement now have sustainable access to safe drinking water. The project, which was launched […]
By Eddah Waithaka The Government of Kenya has highlighted the critical contribution of youth in the fight against violent extremism as it prepares to launch an updated National Strategy to Prevent and Counter Violent Extremism for 2024-2029. This comprehensive document aims to guide the nation’s efforts to tackle the complex issue of violent extremism over […]
