Environment

How boreholes are quenching thirst for West Pokot and Turkana residents

Situated in the northwestern part of Kenya, West Pokot and Turkana counties are covered by vast arid open lying plains dominated by shrub and...

Kopsiro residents turn to boreholes to beat water crisis in Mount Elgon

On Mount Elgon, water comes to life in a beautiful way. According to the Nile Basin Initiative, higher areas catch the water when it...

GROUNDWATER; a lifeline under threat in Mt Elgon 

Mount Elgon, towering majestically along the Kenya-Uganda border, is more than just a geographical landmark. At 4,321 meters above sea level, it is a vital...

Kisumu cannot account for 60% of its 500 tons of daily waste

Kisumu County has initiated elaborate plans to reduce approximately 300 tons of waste generated daily in the city and 200 from the other sub-counties. The...

How local interventions are saving Migori residents from death traps in River Kuja

In southwest Kenya, River Kuja is a lifeline, not just for the people but for the flora and fauna in that particular region. Water;...

SOUTH SUDAN OIL: An environmental curse to Upper Nile Region

The oil industry in South Sudan has not only failed to bring about the anticipated economic prosperity and development, but has also left a...

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Is AI Silencing African Sources? New Study Raises Red Flags

A new study has raised questions about possible bias in how major artificial intelligence platforms select and present...

Motherhood is not the end of the story for teens in Homa Bay

Pregnancy forced Leah Atieno out of school before she could join secondary school. But at 19, the young...

Why Iran’s military support to Sudan Army raises Human Rights concerns

Iran’s growing military relationship with the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) is raising broader human rights and regional security...

Why there is need for more focus on mitigating psychological impacts of Climate Change

As the impacts of climate change continue to intensify globally and in Kenya, the Ministry of Health has...

Why Media Must Track Climate Funds and Community Impact

Journalists have been challenged to move beyond reporting from conference rooms, and instead go into communities to tell...

Kenya to Host 7th All Africa Intellectual Property Summit as Africa Seeks Greater Value from Innovation

Nairobi will host the 7th All Africa Intellectual Property Summit from November 11–13, 2026, with discussions expected to...