Retrogressive Culture and Stigmatisation of Menstrual Cycle Hindering Access to Safe Periods

Nandi County: Unpopular cultural practices and the stigmatisation of women’s menstrual cycles are being blamed for obstructing women’s access to a safe and healthy menstrual environment. Stakeholders highlighted these issues during the World Menstrual Day event at Tigityo Girls Secondary School. According to Kenya News Agency, stakeholders emphasized that the community’s reluctance to openly discuss … Read more

RBA Partners with Huduma Centre for Five-Day Outreach Programme in Meru

Meru: The Retirement Benefits Authority (RBA) has partnered with Huduma Centre to conduct a five-day outreach programme aimed at educating the public on retirement schemes. Speaking during the opening ceremony at Meru Huduma Centre grounds, RBA’s Market Conduct, Industry, and Development Director, Tom Kiptanui, emphasized the institution’s commitment to informing Kenyans about saving for their … Read more

Security Boost as Students Unveil AI-driven Smart Gate Security System

Nairobi: As the country continues to grapple with growing security threats, two innovative university students have come up with a revolutionary solution aimed at transforming how institutions, government buildings, and private premises are secured. According to Kenya News Agency, Kelvin Mutungwa and Ian Cheruiyot, Zetech University students pursuing Computer Science, have developed an advanced security … Read more

Dwindling Supplies of Common Groceries in Murang’a Markets Spurs Prices

Murang’a: Heavy downpour that was experienced between the months of March and April in Murang’a has been blamed for dwindling supplies of common vegetables in many markets within Murang’a County. Grocery vendors have been forced to import common vegetables from neighbouring counties and also countries like Tanzania leading to high prices of groceries. According to … Read more

Nakuru County Enhances TVET Access for Special Needs Students

Nakuru: The Nakuru County Government is implementing policy guidelines in its Technical Vocational Education and Training institutions (TVET), aimed at promoting access to special needs students to acquire practical skills and knowledge. County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Education, ICT, and e-government Ms Zipporah Wambui affirmed the County Government’s commitment to ensuring that special needs … Read more