Like many fresh graduates, Fredrick Macharia entered the job market brimming with hope and enthusiasm. However, his dreams were met with the stark reality of limited job opportunities. Despite his relentless efforts, landing a stable job proved to be an uphill battle. Macharia’s early foray into the workforce involved taking up menial jobs, including six […]
With the rising cost of living and recent changes to the education funding model, many university students in Kenya are encountering substantial financial obstacles in their pursuit of higher education. Sarah Awuor, an 18-year-old student recently admitted to Kenyatta University to study for a Bachelor’s degree in Special Needs Education, is among those affected. Awuor’s […]
The petroleum industry in Kenya is largely dominated by multinational corporations and a few extremely wealthy individuals. Among the few local entrepreneurs who have made a significant mark in the sector is Thayu Kamau Kabugi, a billionaire from Murang’a County, who founded the successful Astrol Petroleum Company Limited. Thayu Kamau Kabugi (E.B.S.), the founder of […]
The late Samuel Onyango Ayodo, the former Kasipul-Kabondo MP, made a significant mark in Kenyan history as the first individual from the Luo community to study in the United States. Born in 1930, Ayodo earned his Bachelor of Science in Education in 1953, marking a major milestone in both his personal journey and the broader […]
Ezekiel Otuoma was a sensation on the social media platform TikTok, and his death came as a shock to many who had followed his struggles with motor neurone disease (MND). The professional footballer was born on November 23, 1993, and passed away on December 21, 2024. Here is his story as told by us Illustrious career […]
Dr. Hudson Alakonya, a Kenyan doctor, made history on Tuesday, May 23, by earning a Doctor of Philosophy in Oncology. This specialized field of medicine focuses on the study, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of cancer. Alakonya’s achievement makes him the first Kenyan to attain this prestigious level of academic success, earning widespread admiration from his […]
In the pursuit of education and career goals, many face challenges that make their dreams seem increasingly out of reach. Evans Kibet’s story serves as a poignant example of this struggle, despite possessing the qualifications necessary to succeed. Kibet’s educational journey began with a strong desire for knowledge, which fueled his progress from primary school […]