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Makueni Governor: KSh75 Million Maternity and Family Unit Set to Open by December 2026

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Makueni Governor has announced that the long-awaited dream of establishing a modern maternity and family unit in the county is becoming a reality, with construction of the KSh75 million facility now underway. The facility, funded through the M-Pesa Foundation, is expected to enhance access to quality maternal and family healthcare services for residents. Speaking on the project, the Governor said the facility will provide a modern environment for mothers and families seeking essential healthcare services. “The dream of a modern maternity/family unit has now come to pass. The KSh75 million facility, courtesy of the M-Pesa Foundation, is now underway,” the Governor said. The Governor expressed optimism that construction will be completed in time for the facility to be officially opened in December 2026. The project is expected to strengthen Makueni’s healthcare infrastructure and complement ongoing efforts to improve the quality and accessibility of health service...
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Harm Reduction Society Calls for Stronger Policies on Alcohol, Pesticides, Tobacco and Cannabis

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The Harm Reduction Society of Kenya has called for stronger government policies and regulations to protect Kenyans from the harmful effects associated with alcohol, pesticides, tobacco and cannabis. Speaking during a conference, the society’s Secretary General, Dr. Kariuki, said Kenya needs to promote safer alternatives while strengthening laws governing the manufacture, sale, marketing and distribution of products that pose health risks. Dr. Kariuki said the society is advocating for the removal of extremely and highly hazardous pesticides from the Kenyan market and urged the government and the Pest Control Products Board to fast-track measures aimed at ensuring safer agricultural products. On alcohol, the society called for stronger regulations to protect young people and reduce alcohol addiction. Dr. Karuki urged Kenyans to consume alcohol responsibly, know their limits and seek assistance if they are struggling with addiction. He noted that alcohol-related harm affects ...
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RIARA SPRINGS GIRLS' HIGH SCHOOL CROWNED BEST SCHOOL AT TEENEAGLE GLOBAL FINALS 2026

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 Riara Springs Girls' High School has achieved global recognition after being crowned the Best School Overall at the prestigious TeenEagle Global Finals 2026 held in the United Kingdom. The competition brought together outstanding students from 34 countries across Asia, Africa, and Europe to compete in English language disciplines including debate, writing, public speaking, talent showcase, and communication skills. The Kenyan school delivered an exceptional performance, topping the overall rankings and demonstrating excellence across multiple categories. The team returned home with an impressive haul of 12 trophies, 18 gold medals, 19 silver medals, 20 bronze medals, and two honorable mentions, cementing its place among the world's leading schools in English language competitions. Among the school's outstanding achievements were winning the Best School Overall, Best Debaters Overall, TeenEagle Best Overall, and Talent Showcase – First Position. The students als...
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ALYSSA LUCIEL SHINES GLOBALLY: RANKED FIRST IN THE WORLD IN RECEPTIVE SKILLS, WINS DOUBLE GOLD

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Alyssa Luciel has brought pride to her family, school, and country after delivering an outstanding performance at the prestigious TeenEagle Global Finals in London. The Riara Springs Girls' High School student emerged as one of the world's top performers, Ranked First Globally in Receptive Skills winning a Gold Medal, before adding a second Gold Medal after securing Position Two Globally in another competition category. Alyssa's exceptional achievement has been celebrated as a major milestone in academic excellence, demonstrating the talent, dedication, and determination of Kenyan students on the international stage.  Speaking after receiving the exciting news from London, Alyssa's mother, Rose Wanja, expressed overwhelming joy at her daughter's achievement.  "Tears of joy. What we never got, our children will get in Jesus' name. Amen," she said. The TeenEagle Global Finals attracted some of the brightest young learners from around the worl...
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Alyssa Luciel Among Eight Riara Springs Girls' High School Students Who Won TeenEagle Global Talent Showcase,

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Kenya is celebrating another remarkable international achievement after Riara Springs Girls' High School emerged winners of the TeenEagle Global Finals Talent Showcase held in the United Kingdom. Among the eight talented students who delivered the winning performance was Alyssa Luciel, affectionately known as "Wakili," Rose Wanja's daughter  The Kenyan team outshone competitors from around the world with a captivating performance that demonstrated creativity, teamwork, confidence, communication and innovation, earning the top prize in the global talent showcase. The victory has been hailed as a strong endorsement of Kenya's Competency-Based Education (CBE), which encourages learners to develop practical skills, creativity and collaboration beyond the classroom. Rose Wanja expressed immense pride in her daughter and the entire team, describing the achievement as a dream come true. She said seeing Alyssa represent Kenya on the international s...
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Riara Springs Girls' High School Wins TeenEagle Global Talent Showcase, Making Kenya Proud

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Kenya is celebrating yet another remarkable international achievement after Riara Springs Girls' High School emerged the winner of the TeenEagle Global Finals Talent Showcase held in the United Kingdom. The victory saw a team of eight talented students outshine competitors from across the world with a performance that showcased creativity, teamwork, confidence, communication and innovation. The school's success was hailed as a testament to Kenya's Competency-Based Education (CBE), which equips learners with practical skills beyond the classroom. Celebrating the achievement, proud parent Rose Wanja expressed immense joy after her daughter, Alyssa Luciel, affectionately known as "Wakili," was among the eight girls who represented Kenya on the global stage. Wanja described the victory as a deeply personal milestone, saying seeing her daughter featured on the official TeenEagle English Competition Facebook page and helping Kenya secure the global title fil...
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WildlifeDirect Demands Urgent Pesticide Reforms After 15 Elephants Die from Suspected Cyanide Poisoning in Amboseli

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 WildlifeDirect has called for an independent investigation and sweeping reforms to Kenya's pesticide regulatory system following the deaths of at least 15 elephants in the Amboseli ecosystem, warning that the tragedy exposes a broader public health and environmental crisis. The conservation organisation said the suspected cyanide poisoning of the elephants is not only a devastating loss for wildlife but also a clear indication that Kenya's pesticide governance, regulatory oversight, and enforcement mechanisms require urgent strengthening. WildlifeDirect Chief Executive Officer Dr. Paula Kahumbu said the incident raises serious concerns about whether hazardous chemicals are also contaminating food consumed by people and livestock. "If toxic chemicals are capable of entering crops consumed by elephants, we must ask whether farmers, farm workers, neighbouring communities, livestock, and consumers are being adequately protected," she said. According to prelim...
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