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Young boy holding teddy bear while alone. [Courtesy/GettyImages] As the school holidays approach, many Kenyan families are preparing their sons for initiation rites. But what if these cultural milestones trigger hidden fears instead of strength? One boy’s quiet undoing opens…
Four things to know if visiting Zanzibar
Raising peaceful minds in turbulent times
Sopa Lodge launches Astro tourism in Samburu. [File Courtesy] In an era where light pollution increasingly obscures the night sky, a hotel in Samburu is taking advantage of the clear skies in the region with an Astro-tourism package. …
Pulling out of a traumatic loss
Depiction of a sad African-American woman. [Courtesy, iStockphoto] When the unfathomable happens, that sudden, brutal or…
Museum roots for the African story
Co-Founder PiCHA Museum Joel Lukhovi during the picha museum preview at the Cinema Rooftop Unseen Nairobi,…
Art Show on essence of a woman
‘Fabric of Our Being’ exhibition by April Kamunde. [Anjellah Owino, Standard] Walking into April Kamunde’s exhibition…
Kenyan politicians who loved theatre. (Courtesy) Former UDA Secretary General Cleophas Malala has been news all week for the brouhaha brought about by his play ‘Echoes of War’. He is a politician who has made a mark in theatre, even…
Shot of a happy family having fun while moving house. [Courtesy] The assembly hall buzzed with anticipation—students fidgeting in their seats, teachers exchanging knowing glances,…
Weekly Round Up
Traveling with family can be an enriching experience, but it has its share of challenges. The following essential tips will ensure every member, big…
Big tech sharing economy platforms like Airbnb and Uber are marketed as trustworthy, but a new book by a South African media scholar argues that they are highly…
From Isiolo to Nairobi, Kenyan parents are quietly teaching the art of calm, compassion and courage – one bedtime story, one difficult question, and…
Easter is here, and kids can enjoy lots of fun activities! Here are a few ideas: Easter Egg Hunt: Super fun! Look for colourful…