Opinion

By: Patrick Karanja, Jewel Technical College Love is one of the most beautiful feelings a person can experience. It brings happiness, excitement, and hope. Many people remember their first love for the rest of their lives because it is a special and unique experience. However, when that first love ends, the …

By: Joyce Mwangi, MKU Stress has become a growing concern in modern society, affecting people of all ages. It is the body’s natural reaction to pressure, challenges, or difficult situations. However, when stress becomes overwhelming and persistent, it can negatively impact mental and physical health, increasing the risk of anxiety, …

By: Kwamboka Vivian, Mt. Kenya University In every generation, the youth carry the spirit of change. In Kenya, that spirit has never died—it has only changed shape. From the dusty village football fields of the early 2000s to today’s digital world of TikTok Lives, podcasts, protests, side hustles, and online …

By: Mithika Rosalyn Gatwiri, MKU On a quiet afternoon in Thika Town, a group of young men huddle around a smartphone, their eyes fixed on a live football match streaming from a European league. Every goal attempt sparks tension, excitement, and anxiety. For them, this is more than just a …

By: Patrick Karanja, Jewel Technical College Dragon fruit is one of the most beautiful fruits in the world. Its bright pink skin and tiny black seeds make it stand out from many other fruits. Besides its attractive appearance, dragon fruit is packed with nutrients that help keep the body healthy. …

By: Linet Mutheu, Mount Kenya University The internet has become a powerful tool that continues to transform how people live, work and learn across the world. It has created new opportunities in business, education and communication, making daily activities faster, easier and more efficient. One of the most significant changes …

By: Tracy Okech, Mount Kenya University It often starts with a phone call that goes unanswered, then another. Soon, panic sets in. A parent moves from place to place asking questions, hoping someone has seen their child. As the hours pass, worry turns into fear. For some families in Kenya …

By: Faith Mukoya, MKU A major fuel strike in Kenya this week caused serious problems across the country. Public transport operators stopped working to protest the high cost of fuel, especially diesel. The strike affected thousands of commuters, businesses, schools, and shops, especially in the capital city, Nairobi. Many people …

By: Patrick Karanja, Jewel Technical College The Mona Lisa is one of the most famous paintings in the world. Millions of people travel every year to see it inside the Louvre Museum in Paris. But many people still ask the same question: why is this painting so famous? At first …

By: Patrick Karanja, Jewel Technical College Across the green hills and quiet villages of Kenya stands a tree unlike any other—the mugumo tree. To some, it is a symbol of life and tradition. To others, it is a place of deep mystery, fear, and unseen power. For generations, this enormous …