10 myths and misconceptions around modified mosquitoes
In the fight against mosquito-borne diseases, scientists have turned to groundbreaking genetic technologies to reduce disease transmission. However, Genetically Modified (GM) mosquitoes have raised concerns and sparked myths and misconceptions around it. Abraham Isah, OFAB Project officer, Nigeria demystifies them; 1. They are a hidden agenda There have been allegations that scientists have secret agendas, […]
Kenya-Germany labour deal: How to apply for jobs in Europe’s largest economy
Kenya’s recent labour agreement with Germany has opened up exciting opportunities for Kenyans to work in Europe’s largest economy. The deal, part of a broader bilateral cooperation framework, focuses on creating job prospects for skilled professionals from Kenya in sectors like healthcare, engineering, and hospitality. Key sectors in demand Under the labour deal, Germany is […]
5 ways to know if someone has gained unauthorized access to your phone
In this age and era where your phone is not only a communication gadget but also a bank, wallet, health and fitness-tracking gadget and a powerful media outlet for many content creators, what could happen if you got locked out of your gadget? Well, the thought of losing your phone or even misplacing it could […]
Inside Juliani and Lillian Ng’ang’a’s tumultuous love story: A timeline of passion, scandal and resilience
Fans have been buzzing with curiosity after noticing celebrity couple Julius Owino alias Juliani and his wife Lillian Ng’ang’a no longer follow each other on social media, raising questions about the status of their marriage. The speculation hit a fever pitch when eagle-eyed fans realized that both Juliani and Lillian had posted cryptic messages after […]
World Suícide Prevention Day: Signs that one could be having suícidal thoughts
The world is marking World Suícide Prevention Day on Tuesday, September 10, 2024. World Suícide Prevention Day is an awareness day always observed on September 10 every year, to provide worldwide commitment and action to prevent suícides. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), suicíde is a major public health challenge, with more than 700,000 […]
Sustaining your long-distance relationship
Long-distance relationships suck. I’ve never met anyone who said, “Yeah, my boyfriend/husband lives 14 hours away and it’s great!” On the contrary, everyone in a long-distance relationship ends up with that agonising feeling: that your heart is slowly being carved out of your chest by a butter knife and replaced with unsatisfactory video calls and […]
2024 Nairobi City Marathon: List of major roads set for closure
The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has announced temporary closures of major roads within Nairobi to facilitate the 2024 Nairobi City Marathon, an action slated for September 8, 2024. Here are the specific times when particular roads will be closed, starting Saturday, September 7, 2024: 1. Expressway The highway between James Gichuru Road and JKIA […]