When Jacub Jahl arrived in Tanzania from the Czech Republic, he introduced himself as a passionate humanitarian determined to uplift vulnerable communities in the remote villages of Moshi. Promising to bring hope and opportunity, Jahl quickly gained the trust of…
West Pokot County, a vast semi-arid region in Kenya’s Rift Valley, continues to grapple with food insecurity and recurrent cattle rustling, which have significantly hindered school enrolment and attendance. According to the County Department of Children Services, approximately 40,000 children…
Female filmmakers are changing the narrative in Kenya’s film production. One remarkable example is Fatherhood, a film created entirely by an all female crew. Shot in Kenya, the story explores a rare father and daughter relationship in an African setting,…
As mental health continues to be a pressing global concern, Kenya is ramping up efforts to address the growing crisis. According to September 2024 mental health evaluation revelation, Kenya’s Ministry of Health’s Director General, Dr. Patrick Amoth, explained that 10.3%…
In Kenya, 579 women were reportedly killed in 2024. This is the highest number in the country’s femicide cases historically, a report by the Technical Working Group to Combat Gender-Based Violence (GBV) has established. The multi-sectoral team, led by former…