Joan Waithaka’s name is etched in Kenya’s history as a woman who broke barriers in education and leadership. She is celebrated as the first African principal of Alliance Girls High School, a role she assumed in 1969, marking a turning point in the institution’s history and in the story of girls’ education in Kenya. Born […]
Every Sunday, Citizen TV’s Mother-in-Law star Elizabeth Wanjiru graced the screens but succeeded in keeping her private life private.Since 2008, she has captivated audiences with her portrayal of a strict, dramatic mother-in-law, often stirring conflict in the lives of her daughters-in-law.Wanjiru was born on July 12, 1945, and she is the daughter of Apollos Mwangi […]
Tucked deep in the heart of Southwestern Africa are two remarkable tribes whose customs stand out in a modern world that’s rapidly losing touch with its roots. While there may not be an official list of Africa’s most unique cultures yet — rest assured, these tribes would be high on it.In today’s fast-paced, tech-driven world, […]
What began as a journey of hope and opportunity turned into a nightmare for Haayat, a Kenyan woman who returned from Saudi Arabia in November 2024 with a devastating leg injury. Like thousands of other migrant workers, Haayat left Kenya dreaming of a better life—a steady income, improved living conditions, and the chance to lift […]
Police in Nairobi are probing a shocking case in which a sixteen-year-old girl was allegedly drugged in a matatu and later found in an unfinished building after being sexually assaulted.The girl, identified only as Naomi to protect her identity, had boarded the vehicle on her way back to school after the holiday break.According to her […]
They have been worn for centuries in different African communities, and today they are embraced worldwide as a symbol of beauty, femininity, and empowerment. While some people may see them as simple ornaments, waist beads often hold a story. Here are ten reasons why women choose to wear them. 1. Symbol of Femininity and Beauty […]
Samuel Kangethe, a Kenyan man who lived in the United States for 16 years, has made the difficult choice to leave the country on his own. He says he wants to avoid the pain of being arrested or deported in front of his children.Samuel moved to the US in his early twenties. He came as […]