Growing up in poverty, Purity Ngina faced daily hardships that would have discouraged many. Like countless other Kenyans, she had to navigate life with limited resources—fetching water from River Sagana, walking three kilometers each way, and attending school barefoot. These early struggles, Ngina later reflected, shaped her resilience, determination, and positive outlook on life. In […]
In a bold declaration that has set social media abuzz, Naomi Ogutu, a US-based businesswoman and mother of three, has openly announced that she is ready to remarry—but only under strict financial terms. Naomi, who separated from her politically active ex-husband several years ago, took to Facebook to outline her expectations for any potential partner. […]
Life in Nairobi is never easy, but for Mary Wanjiru, a mother from Kasarani, survival means finding strength where others might give up. On Sunday, September 21, she caught the public’s attention after being spotted working as a matatu tout, her baby strapped securely on her back. Every day, Mary moves through busy junctions, tirelessly […]
The late literary giant Professor Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o will be posthumously honored at the upcoming Nairobi International Book Fair (NIBF), where he will be inducted into the Kenya Publishers Association (KPA) Hall of Fame. According to NIBF chair Mary Maina, the recognition celebrates Ngũgĩ’s monumental contribution to Kenyan literature, education, and African cultural identity. The […]
It was around 7:30pm when Charles Kamau, a 49-year-old truck driver, arrived at his home in Gatong’ora, Ruiru, Kiambu County. As usual, he hooted at the gate, and his wife Margaret Wambui and their daughter Lynn Wanjiku stepped out to open it.Just as Kamau drove into the compound, screams pierced the evening calm. He rushed […]
The Kenya Police Service is often stereotyped as a profession for those with modest academic qualifications, largely due to the minimum entry grade of D+ in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE).However, this perception is misleading, as several officers have excelled academically before joining the force. One shining example is Inspector Kennedy Njuguna Muchoki, […]
Joakim Mwangi, popularly known as Katuosis the trucking guy, has risen from humble beginnings in Kiambu County to become both an internet sensation and a real-life inspiration. A US-based Kenyan truck driver, Mwangi has captured global admiration not just for his career choice but also for his resilience in overcoming challenges tied to his short […]