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Hidden Risks and Unexpected Benefits That Are Tied to Social Media Addiction

by Chris Omondi -

The growing wave of concern is sweeping across societies as mental health experts, parents, and educators grapple with the rising levels of depression, hopelessness, and suicidal thoughts among young people. A recent study in America, by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) paints a troubling picture, linking this

Safety Questions After Boat Capsize Mars East Africa Ocean Festival in Mombasa

by Chris Omondi -

Questions have been raised following a tragic boat accident that overshadowed the East Africa Ocean Festival at Tudor Water Sports on Friday, October 10, 2025.The event, which happens once in a year, and was meant to celebrate water sports and coastal heritage, turned into a scene of panic after

MP Slams Larry Madowo, Cites Jesus on His Defence

by Chris Omondi -

Kibra Member of Parliament has defended himself following an online uproar triggered by a video shared by CNN journalist Larry Madowo, which appeared to show the lawmaker’s vehicle driving on the wrong side of the road.The video, posted on social media by Madowo, quickly went viral, drawing mixed reactions from

Wetang’ula Urges C’wealth MPs to Show Commitment to Democratic Values

by Chris Omondi -

The National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has urged lawmakers from across the Commonwealth to strengthen unity and uphold democratic ideals as the 68th Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) Conference continues in Barbados.In his address to delegates, Wetang’ula emphasized that leadership anchored in integrity and inclusivity remains essential for sustainable governance. He

John Mbadi’s Nephew Appeals for Job, Says He’s Struggling Despite His Education

by Chris Omondi -

A nephew of the Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury, Hon. John Mbadi, has appealed for help, saying he has been struggling to make ends meet despite being a university graduate.The man, George Ogada, says he is the son of Stephen Ogola Ngongo, a brother to the Treasury boss. He

Dispossessed: The Human Cost of Kenya’s Silent Evictions

by Chris Omondi -

As the first light of dawn crept over Mkocheni Village in Taita Taveta County, thin columns of smoke curled above the rubble that was once home to hundreds of families. Children sat quietly beside broken furniture and torn schoolbooks, their parents staring blankly at the remains of a life built

Maraga’s Green Path: From Bench to the People of Siaya

by Chris Omondi -

Former Chief Justice David Maraga is redefining what it means to lead from the front. Once known for his calm authority on the Supreme Court bench, Maraga is now meeting ordinary Kenyans on dusty village roads — shaking hands, listening, and smiling beneath the bright green banner of the United

Poor Leadership as Pupils Learn in a Church Kitchen

by Chris Omondi -

Pupils at Chebonei Primary School in Emurua Dikir Constituency are pleading for urgent help after their classrooms fell into a deplorable state, leaving them with no option but to seek shelter in a nearby church.The church leadership, moved by the learners’ plight, graciously allowed the school to use its kitchen

Killings Leave Families in Shock Across Counties

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It's been a dark week for families in different corners of Kenya, as a series of violent deaths once again put the spotlight on domestic strife and rising insecurity. From the shores of Lake Nakuru to villages in Trans Nzoia, Homa Bay, Kilifi and Nyamira, police are piecing together grim

Court Suspends Kenya Police Recruitment 2025

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The long-awaited recruitment of police constables, set to begin today, 3-Oct-2025, across the country, has been thrown into disarray after the Employment and Labour Relations Court suspended the exercise, leaving thousands of hopeful candidates stranded.The National Police Service Commission (NPSC) on Thursday confirmed that it had received official communication on