Residential Internet Access in Ruaraka
By Mark Antony Ochieng, DevReporter, Nairobi County
Key Highlights
Kenya’s Internet penetration is at 40.8%
Residents decry high installation and monthly costs.
SDG Goal No. 9 targets investing in ICT to enhance access to quality education and unlocking of resources and skills.
The last decade has seen an increase in Internet connectivity in...
Women Redefining Kenya’s Political and Social Landscape
By Sheila Mukabane, DevReporter, Nairobi County
Key Highlights
Historically, Kenya’s patriarchal culture has relegated women to domestic roles, providing few opportunities for leadership.
In recent decades, Kenyan women have begun to challenge these norms, asserting their influence in prominent leadership positions across various fields.
Despite these advancements, women continue to face challenges such as gender-based...
Bag of Change: Creating Employment Opportunities through Khaki Bags
By Kimondo Maina, DevReporter, Nyeri County
Key Highlights
Khaki packaging is helping address Kenya’s unemployment challenge.
The khaki packaging business empowers persons with disabilities (PWDs), ex-prisoners, and residents of recovery centres by equipping them with essential skills.
Waste materials are repurposed into charcoal briquettes, promoting environmental conservation and zero-wastage.
Despite their talents, academic qualifications, and determination,...
How Paralympics Inspire Local Para Volleyball in Kenya
By Kimondo Maina, DevReporter, Nakuru County
Key Highlights
The 2024 Paris Paralympics have inspired local para-athletes in Kenya, fueling their aspirations to represent the country on the global stage.
Para-athletes face significant challenges, including inadequate infrastructure.
The tournament served as a powerful platform for advocacy, allowing para-athletes to raise awareness and challenge societal stereotypes about...
Promoting Bamboo Growing in Murang’a
By Rebecca Wangari, DevReporter, Murang’a County
Key Highlights
Efforts have intensified to increase forest cover in Kenya as a strategy to combat climate change.
“Bamboo for Kenya” seeks to promote bamboo cultivation in the country as a means of conserving natural forests.
Bamboo can be used to create various products, including utensils, fencing poles, and...
Meru Residents’ Views on Governor Mwangaza’s Impeachment
By Gitonga Brian, DevReporter, Meru County
Key Highlights
Governor Kawira Mwangaza was impeached for the third time.
Meru County residents are protesting her return to office after she challenged her impeachment in court.
The case challenging her impeachment, mentioned on 25 September 2024, was postponed.
On August 21, 2024, the Senate upheld Governor Mwangaza’s impeachment under...
Street Children’s Lives in Nakuru Streets
By Steve Khaemba, Devreporter, Nakuru County
Key Highlights
Urbanisation, poverty, and broken families have contributed to the rising number of street children in Nakuru.
Life on the streets is particularly perilous for girls, who face constant threats of violence, drug abuse, and sexual assault.
There is an urgent need for scalable efforts from the government...
Technological Era: Youth and Health Innovation
By Joseph Khisa, DevReporter, Nairobi County
Key Highlights
Access to healthcare remains a significant challenge for many individuals.
Technological advancements have facilitated the adoption of innovative solutions.
Technology plays a critical role in enhancing healthcare systems, particularly through telemedicine.
Health is a fundamental human need, yet access to healthcare remains a significant challenge for many individuals....