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18 Sep, 24

Africa: Rainwater Could Help Address Urban Water Poverty

Africa: Rainwater Could Help Address Urban Water Poverty By Sharon Atieno It’s 10.00 am on Sunday morning, Margaret Nasimiyu, a resident of Ngomongo area within Korogocho ward, Nairobi City is armed with three jerricans fetching water from a water dispensing machine. She notes that the machines, installed by the Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company […]

13 Sep, 24

Ghana Seed Association Alarmed over Illegal Mining, Threat to Food Security

Ghana Seed Association Alarmed over Illegal Mining, Threat to Food Security By Aghan Daniel aghandan09@gmail.com The National Seed Trade Association of Ghana (NaSTAG) is alarmed at the destructive impact of illegal mining, commonly referred to as ‘galamsey,’ on the country’s agricultural sector and food security. In a press release dated September 11, 2024, NaSTAG noted […]

11 Sep, 24

Road Crashes: 2407 Kenyans Die in First Half of 2024

Road Crashes: 2407 Kenyans Die in First Half of 2024 By Joshua Isaac Over two thousand people lost their lives on Kenyan roads in just six months this year (from January to July 7, 2024), with over 10,166 others nursing injuries from an estimated 11,502 crashes, according to the George Njao-led National Transport and Safety […]

05 Sep, 24

Nile River: Need to Resolve Conflict Between Ethiopia and Egypt

Nile River: Need to Resolve Conflict Between Ethiopia and Egypt By Opiyo Dancan Since the construction of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) in 2011, it has been a significant source of tension between Ethiopia and Egypt. However, it also presents a potential catalyst for cooperation and mutual understanding. The GERD offers a glimmer of […]

02 Sep, 24

Resolve Sudan Conflict to Stem Deadly Humanitarian, Environmental Costs

Resolve Sudan Conflict to Stem Deadly Humanitarian, Environmental Costs By Opiyo Dancan The ongoing conflict in Sudan has had a catastrophic impact on the country’s health system, education, and environment. The healthcare system in the country is currently suffering from an acute shortage of medics, funding, and medical supplies due to repeated attacks, looting, and […]

26 Aug, 24

Kenyan Researchers Feted at Inaugural National Research Festival

Kenyan Researchers Feted at Inaugural National Research Festival By Sharon Atieno As the first Kenyan National Research Festival came to a close, several researchers were awarded for their stellar performance in their various fields of research. The National Outstanding Researchers Awards (NORA), a first of its kind, sought to celebrate achievements of Kenyan researchers, spur […]

Youths’ Engagement in Research Crucial for Development

Youths’ Engagement in Research Crucial for Development By Joyce Ojanji Kenyan youths have been urged to engage in research that fuels progress and drives innovation in the country. This was said during the official opening of the Kenya National Research Festival co-hosted by Young Scientists Kenya (YSK) and the National Research Fund. Felix Koskei, Chief […]

Kenya to Host Inaugural National Research Festival

Kenya to Host Inaugural National Research Festival By Joyce Ojanji The National Research Fund (NRF) of Kenya, in partnership with Young Scientists Kenya (YSK), is set to host the first-ever Kenya National Research Festival. Scheduled to take place from August 19th to 23rd, 2024, the event will be hosted under the theme “Research Partnerships and […]

27 Mar, 24

Kenya: Citizen Scientists Leading Efforts in Maintaining River Njoro’s Cleanliness

Kenya: Citizen Scientists Leading Efforts in Maintaining River Njoro’s Cleanliness By Clifford Akumu At the crack of dawn, Antony Njoroge a resident of Chokerio, Nakuru County travels several kilometers to the Ngata area to assess River Njoro’s health, the bloodline of Lake Nakuru. Donning a dark green chest wader armed with a scooping net, sorting […]

06 Nov, 23

Partnership to Restore Kenya’s River Yala Basin

Partnership to Restore Kenya’s River Yala Basin The Nature Conservancy and its partners have unveiled a new plan to restore the catchment areas in the River Yala Basin as part of its efforts to enhance the availability and quality of water for communities in the area. The partners include Women in Water and Natural Resource […]