Florence Ntisai: Daring voice taking Samburu women’s climate rights to continental stage There are moments when a story quietly reveals…
Browsing: Features
Picture this, a father is physically present, like clockwork he comes home every night, seats at the same corner with…
Oneko writes that his decision to participate in politics was not driven by personal ambition but by a strong philosophical…
Sepsis: When an ordinary infection turns dangerous [Courtesy/iStock] An infection can begin quietly—a fever, a persistent cough, a urinary tract infection,…
Bishop John Mwandi (L) with his father Mzee Joseph Mwandi [Courtesy] In a modest homestead in Nguutani village, Mwingi West,…
A colleague raises their voice in a meeting over something minor and, without wanting to, you find yourself apologising, smiling…
Why your thyroid may be behind unexplained weight changes [Courtesy] When it comes to weight, most people think about calories, exercise,…
Bands Les Wanyika (L) alongside Them Mushrooms (R) [Courtesy] They are two legendary Kenyan musical outfits that have survived the…
Caption At a café in Ngong town, Alice Njoroge juggles work and motherhood. As customers stream in, her two-year-old son,…
His journey from secular music to the pulpit began in 1997 (Photo: Courtesy) …
There are people whose fame makes them larger than life. Then there are those rare people whose humanity somehow remains…
Models showcase different products during the Denri Africa Runway 2026 event in Nairobi [Ronald Kipruto, Standard] Gone are the days…
Why a blood clot in your leg can quickly become a medical emergency [Courtesy] Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a potentially…
5 ways to help your child bounce back from poor grades [Courtesy/Shutterstock] Why does a child who once earned A’s suddenly…
As Kenyan films face backlash, two Hollywood filmmakers bet they have the fix [Courtesy] A fierce debate over the state…
When love crosses the line: Why healthy relationships need boundaries [Courtesy/Shutterstock] When a partner takes it upon themselves to draft and…
Remmy Ongala: Late Congolese musician who found his voice in Tanzania [Courtesy] When he relocated to Dar es Salaam from…
The August school holidays arrive with a familiar rhythm: the laughter of children freed from classrooms, the hum of families…
Five simple ways to reconnect with your child this school holiday [Courtesy] School holidays offer more than a break from homework…
Navigating family rivalry: When your biggest critics live at home [Courtesy] Have you ever been at a gathering, mid-conversation, when someone…
Dementia’s silent warning signs families should never ignore [Couresy/Shutterstock] Dementia does not always announce itself with dramatic outbursts or sudden health…
Ashihundu Khayumbi: How University of Nairobi shaped my journey to healthcare leadership [Courtesy] Who is Ashihundu Khayumbi? I am a professional…
Doctors warn silent prediabetes may already be damaging your body [Courtesy] A prediabetes diagnosis is a warning, not a life sentence.…
When 11-year-old Fatma Abdallah*, a bright pupil from Nyali, Mombasa, received her first smartphone as a birthday gift, her parents…
The evening begins the way thousands of others do across Nairobi and other towns every weekend. After a long day…
Not every argument needs an answer [Courtesy/iStock] A routine conversation about household finances abruptly shifts when a spouse makes a critical…
Mercy Hinneh: Woman who fled trauma, now fights to save children living it Growing up in Liberia, many children grapple…
How eldest daughters are raised into adulthood before childhood ends “You are the second mother in this house.” It is…
How premature births leave Kenyan parents carrying silent emotional scars [Courtesy/iStock] It is the wish of every mother expecting a child…
Richard Onyonka, Peter Kaula and Ong’ondo Were. [Courtesy] When Kisii Senator, Richard Onyonka introduced his four wives and 12 children…
How early money lessons influence children’s future wealth The home is often a child’s first school, shaping values, habits, and…
Mother’s Day: Inside lives of nurse mothers balancing hospital shifts, family life [Courtesy/iStock] As the world marks International Nurses Week alongside…
At a gaming café along Fedha Estate, Embakasi, FIFA celebrations sound almost identical to a real football match. One player jumps from…
Back-to-school glow fades as parents, children adjust to reality One week into the school term, the excitement has quieted. The…
Experts: Gut health key to hormonal balance and overall wellbeing For many people, gut health only comes to mind when…
How missed malaria symptoms are putting pregnant women at risk Malaria remains one of the most dangerous yet preventable threats…
Experts: Why you should stop doing everything for your children The panic call came from a boarding school bathroom. “Mum,…
Lieutenant Joseph Kariha and Henry Kamau are the latest servicemen to sue the government over brutalities that befell them after the 1982…
In death, families seek closure, dignity and truth. But across Kenya, a growing number of disturbing cases involving body mix-ups…
Healing and bonding, inside Kenya’s growing father–son movement Midway through the holiday season, a quiet shift is unfolding; fathers are…
For decades, the clinking of bottles, loud music and crowded dance floors defined Kenya’s social life. From the bustling pubs of…
Jay Ranking has carved out a name as one of the most sought-after club hosts (photo courtesy) In Kenya’s fast-evolving…
Inside the psychology of people who fake status People who try so hard to keep up with the Jones’s perform…
By the time school holidays arrive, many parents expect relief, a break from early mornings, homework battles and exam anxiety.…
Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris meets Kennedy Arnold, the young man who famously held up a sign hoping to meet…
Simon Mwangi, an in-flight services manager. [Courtesy] Simon Mwangi still remembers the first time he stepped onto an aircraft. It…
Simon Mwangi, an in-flight services manager. [Courtesy] Simon Mwangi still remembers the first time he stepped onto an aircraft. It…
How the first five years make or break a child’s lifetime At a cybercafé in Ngong town, Alice Njoroge lays…
A simmering succession dispute over the estate of the late Nyeri Governor Nderitu Gachagua has once again drawn national attention…
On a chilly evening in Zimmerman estate, Nairobi the boda boda stage was alive with its usual rhythm; engines idling,…
How self perception can make the world feel hostile Feeling as if everyone you encounter hates you is an exhausting…
President Ruto addresses residents of Kimbo Matangini in Juja [Courtesy] As political rhetoric becomes increasingly hostile, education experts are warning…
Amina Hamisi had spent most of her married life raising children and supporting her husband’s fishing business in Mombasa. When her last-born…
Mary Claire, a Seventh-Day Adventist (SDA) singer is fighting for her life at Kenyatta National Hospital after she was doused with…
How to navigate rejection from your family without losing peace Being rejected by those you love and value most cuts…
William Dyer: Meet the pilot behind Safari Rally’s iconic aerial shots The roar of engines echoes across the Naivasha plains…
Ted Sketches: Dreams on canvas, student artist eyes bigger future Ted is the son of two loving and supportive parents.…
Gina Din-Kariuki reflects on three decades advising power, writing Africa’s story There are media interviews, and then there is an…
Daycare generation: How modern work is reshaping childhood in Kenya As early as 6am, the hallway outside Vivian Mutwiri’s home,…
Daycare generation: How modern work is reshaping childhood in Kenya As early as 6am, the hallway outside Vivian Mutwiri’s home,…
In Kenya’s corridors of power, marriage often carries significance beyond the romance. While love may be the language spoken at…
For years, Kenya’s national conversation on Gender-Based Violence (GBV) has largely focused, and rightly so, on the alarming rise in…
The nightmare began on a calm evening when torrential rains suddenly pounded the city, turning roads into raging rivers and…
Audience enjoying a concert at a music festival. [Getty Images/iStockphoto] Kenya has long been a hub for live music and…
If you are a man on social media today, chances are your timeline has presented an unexpected proposition: a direct,…
Kenyan-born Joan Ochuodho rise to command UK air force base When Kenya-born Joan Ochuodho was appointed commander of a Royal…
Shame or guilt? Why knowing the difference can save your relationships Disappointment is one of the quietest yet heaviest emotions…
Brian, a 40-year-old resident of Kapseret, first noticed a burning sensation when passing urine. What began as mild discomfort soon…
The photograph was unforgiving. Taken inside Kibera Law Courts in August 2025, it captured Police Constable Ahmed Rashid seated in…
Why married couples must set boundaries with family The role and title of being the reliable one in the family…
Camera culture is rewriting rules of parenting and adolescence, experts warn A series of viral street videos involving a foreign…
Dogs once kept primarily for security are increasingly treated as family members driving demand for science-based nutrition, preventative healthcare and…
When Ruth Jebet moved to the United Kingdom six months ago, her goal was simple: pursue a master’s degree and…
Inside the squeezed compound, hemmed in by concrete walls, a group of boys play football barefoot, their feet kicking up…
How your reaction to failure shapes your child’s resilience In Ongata Rongai, Kajiado, Samuel Koisani, a father of three boys…
Navigating post-Valentine’s blues, pressure of romantic perfection The sudden influx of red everywhere, floral arrangements, and romantic reels can trigger…
Love beyond roses: How Kenyans are redefining Valentine’s travel Romantic partners, best friends, siblings, or solo hearts, this Valentine’s Day…
Hindou Oumarou: Powerhouse behind indigenous knowledge, global climate policy Nairobi has long been a crossroads of diplomacy, development and debate.…
When love isn’t the problem, communication is Imagine coming back home to find it exactly as you left it in…
Valentine’s Day at home: Teaching children what love really means This week, the world celebrates Valentine’s Day, the day associated…
Photo collage of Female Deejays Pikachu, Coco Redbone and Veryl. [Courtesy] A few days ago, a popular radio presenter ignited…
Parenting burnout: The new silent crisis in families Mary Kaimuri is a working mother who loves her children fiercely. The…
January is over, where are your resolutions? The 60 days in January stop feeling funny when you realise that February…
Why routine is key to children’s emotional safety, growth In the outskirts of Ngong town, Jerusha Otieno, a single mother…
TikTok’s 2026 trend report explains why real content now wins online (photo courtesy) Forget lip-syncs and choreographed dances; TikTok is…
UK-based Kenyan singer and producer Reezy Reez speaks about his latest project, ‘Zimmer Reez’. (photo courtesy) Ryan Samuel Mungai’s sound…
Grok: How bikini photo manipulation by Musk’s AI sparked worldwide crackdown The global tech landscape was, in the early days…
When gossip replaces genuine family intimacy In some homes, you will find a parent and child seated in their usual…
Purposeful parenting in a month that demands too much January is the time for new calendars, new school terms, new…
Tucked within Busia town’s informal settlements, Burumba Estate has long operated as an open secret: a hub where illicit brews…
Rita Paulsen and run under Benchmark Production 360 (photo courtesy) For years, Kenya has been Bongo flava’s second home. Long…
Can a married man sleep at his in-laws? At the height of the Christmas holidays, Chris Kirwa, an events organiser,…
Experts: January is not the time to fix your children To most parents, January arrives loudly. For many families, it…
Why every relationship needs a communication audit What exactly is a communication audit? It is a structured process that involves…
Some of the comedians expected to have sold out shows this year (photo courtesy) From touring highways and international stages…
Kenyan celebrities have shared on their New Year’s resolutions (photo courtesy) As the clock struck midnight on December 31, 2025,…
Repentance and Holiness prophet David Owuor addresses his followers. (Photo: File, Standard) On any given weekend in Kenya, faith is never far…
Craig the Elephant: Why super tusker captured hearts across Kenya, world After more than five decades, Craig, one of Kenya’s…
Mali ole Kaunga: Holding space in Kenya’s fight for community land I have met Mali ole Kaunga in many places,…
Raising an introvert in today’s world Before going with a child to a new social setting, an introverted one will…