Fighting pain with courage: The sickle cell anaemia warriors of Kisumu

The misshapen cells tend to block blood flow in the vessels, leading to frequent pain episodes, infections, and damage to organs.

By Rodgers Otiso 26 days ago

Nurses threaten to down tools after goons attack Kitengela hospital

The National Nurses Association of Kenya (NNAK) has threatened to down tools if the safety of nurses and healthcare facilities is not guaranteed following the attack on Kitengela hospital.

By Rodgers Otiso 1 month ago

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Nyakach: Kisumu village grappling with teenage pregnancy

Beneath the sun-kissed plateau of Nyakach brews a troubling issue quietly threatening the lives of young girls in their formative years.

By Rodgers Otiso and Clinton Ambujo 1 month ago

Unmasking the pain behind men's mental health

Globally, one in ten men suffers from depression or anxiety, but fewer than half seek help.

By Rodgers Otiso 1 month ago

35 private hospitals closed over SHA fraud

Health CS Duale says the government has already shut down 35 hospitals nationwide found to be defrauding the Social Health Authority.

By Rodgers Otiso 1 month ago

State elevates JOOTRH to Level Six, unlocking funding and better care

Hospital staff automatically transition with pensions intact, ensuring job security as upgrade unlocks funding, better equipment, improved services for Western Kenya.

By Rodgers Otiso 1 month ago

Kisumu Gen Z protesters confronted by goons, forced to retreat

One of the disruptors claimed they were not opposed to demonstrations but insisted that Kisumu should remain peaceful.

By Rodgers Otiso 1 month ago

Nyanza police pledge security for Gen Z memorial demonstrations

Nyanza Regional Police Commander has urged Kenyans planning to take part in Wednesday's Gen Z-led protests to conduct themselves peacefully and be mindful of the rights of others.

By Rodgers Otiso 1 month ago

We are not part of tomorrow's protests, Kisumu Gen Zs

A section of Gen Z youth in Kisumu has distanced itself from the planned June 25 demonstrations in commemoration of those killed during last year's anti-Finance Bill protests.

By Rodgers Otiso 1 month ago

Youth battle cannabis use and few are breaking free

Cannabis joint, bud and hemp leaves isolated on black background. [Courtesy/GettyImages]

By Rodgers Otiso 1 month ago

Albert Ojwang's family defends Ruto's Sh2m donation

Family spokesperson Harman Opiyo said the President acted responsibly, as a father of the nation, by calling Albert's father Meshack Ojwang', and offering his condolences.

By Rodgers Otiso 1 month ago

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How Kisumu's female coffin makers are defying gender stereotypes

In a small workshop near Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital in Kisumu County, two women are defying cultural expectations in a trade traditionally reserved for men.

By Rodgers Otiso 1 month ago

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Beyond the smile: Lucy Kahoro's 15-year journey with Type 2 diabetes

Behind her cheerful outlook Lucy Kahoro, a 38-year-old kindergarten teacher and mother of two, struggles with Type 2 diabetes, a battle she continues to face with admirable courage.

By Rodgers Otiso 1 month ago

Stakeholders call for more investment in Kiswahili to make the language more vibrant

The festival, which was held at the Makini School in Kisumu, attracted over 1500 pupils from schools across the Nyanza region.

By Clinton Ambujo and Rodgers Otiso 1 month ago

Stakeholders push for more investment to elevate Kiswahili

Education stakeholders have urged the government to put more investments in developing the Kiswahili language and make it more vibrant in the Country.

By Clinton Ambujo and Rodgers Otiso 1 month ago

25 cases of Chikungunya confirmed in Mombasa

A Chikungunya outbreak has hit Mombasa County, with health officials confirming at least 25 positive cases following laboratory analysis at the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI).

By Rodgers Otiso 2 months ago

New rabies vaccine strategy offers hope for rural communities in Kenya, Tanzania

Unlike traditional intramuscular vaccines, which require a full vial per patient, the intradermal vaccination method uses a fraction of the dose-allowing one vial to treat multiple patients.

By Rodgers Otiso 2 months ago

20,000km fiber laid as Kenya targets 100,000km network

The Kenyan government has rolled out an ambitious 100,000-kilometre fiber-optic network project aimed at accelerating digital transformation and equipping citizens with digital skills.

By Rodgers Otiso 2 months ago

Rongo church followers detained for 30 days

Controversy surrounding St Joseph Mission Messiah of Africa Church has taken a fresh twist after a court ordered the police to detain the 57 members who were rescued, for 30 days.

By Anne Atieno and Rodgers Otiso 3 months ago

Police arrest 57 followers of controversial church in Rongo

Police have arrested 57 followers of St Joseph Messiah Mission of Africa Church a day after they rescued them from the church.

By Anne Atieno and Rodgers Otiso 3 months ago

PHOTOS: Migori police launch probe into another suspected cult- like church

Police reports indicate that two people have died and 57 others have been rescued from the premises where they were reportedly undergoing prolonged fasting.

By Rodgers Otiso 3 months ago

Five people killed after building collapses in Kisii County

The building collapsed onto neighboring houses near Itierio Mixed Primary School, Suneka.

By Mate Tongola and Rodgers Otiso 4 months ago

How I overcame fear and stigma to win battle against breast cancer

In Kenya, due to the lack of robust screening, many women only seek medical attention when they notice advanced symptoms.

By Rodgers Otiso 4 months ago

Unsung Heroes: Caregivers lead a quiet revolution in child care support

Caregivers are the backbone of society, and no community can stand firmly without their indispensable contributions. Despite their immense value.

By Rodgers Otiso 5 months ago

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Beyond the wet sheets: One man's journey to beating bedwetting stigma

Meet Dan Nixon, 21, a communication and journalism student at Kisii University, who grew up struggling with nocturnal enuresis-commonly known as bedwetting

By Rodgers Otiso 5 months ago

How ignoring lump in my breast, led to a devastating diagnosis

For many women battling breast cancer, or any other type of cancer, the journey is not just about surviving, but also adapting to profound physical changes.

By Rodgers Otiso 7 months ago

How heavy periods trap young women in a cycle of suffering

What started as routine menstrual cramps for two young women has evolved into a relentless struggle with a condition that has shaped their lives since their first cycles.

By Rodgers Otiso 8 months ago

New procedure offers hope for patients with heart conditions

A new non-surgical heart procedure is proving to be a game changer, especially for patients with critical underlying conditions.

By Rodgers Otiso 8 months ago

Silent struggle as women endure pain, costs of Endometriosis

According to the WHO, treatments for managing endometriosis can vary based on the severity of symptoms and whether pregnancy is desired. There is currently no cure for the disease.

By Rodgers Otiso 9 months ago

Breaking silence: Women's health rights crusaders changing trauma into triumph

According to recent data from KIPPRA, approximately 34 per cent of women in Kenya have experienced physical violence since the age of 15, with 13 per cent reporting sexual violence.

By Rodgers Otiso 10 months ago

How period poverty almost ruined my womanhood bliss

For Risper, the struggle with poverty in her home denied her a chance to enjoy womanhood but rather made her regret being born a girl.

By Rodgers Otiso 11 months ago

Behind the mirth, comedian 'Akuku Danger' is a sickle cell warrior

Akuku Danger was born in 1990 in Migori County in a family of six siblings. He was born a healthy child, but things started going south when he was 7 months old.

By Rodgers Otiso 11 months ago

Scholar's initiative on pads strives to achieve menstrual equity

Moved by the plight of girls missing school due to a lack of menstrual hygiene products, Dr Maureen Adoyo embarked on a journey to revolutionise their lives.

By Rodgers Otiso 11 months ago

Patience, love and care; a couple's walk in parenting an autistic child

Autism is a term that is used to describe a broad range of conditions relating to the development of the brain.

By Rodgers Otiso 11 months ago

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My acne story: Highs, lows and new-found self-love

Lynette Wambui, a content creator and an undergraduate student at Maasai Mara University is bravely raising awareness about acne, a common skin condition caused by blocked skin pores.

By Rodgers Otiso 1 year ago

My struggle with bipolar disorder

Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition characterised by extreme mood swings that include emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression).

By Rodgers Otiso 1 year ago

Students champion sustainability with reusable diaper innovation

Diapers innovated by these students are meant for teenagers and elderly people who are facing various challenges that cause them to have incontinence or those who are bedridden

By Rodgers Otiso 1 year ago

Students urged to commit to sustainable practices

Rongo University Vice Chancellor Prof Samuel Gudu called upon staff and students to actively participate in tree planting.

By Rodgers Otiso and Aggrey Karani 1 year ago

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Esther Mwangi: 'One minute I was fine, the next, I had a swollen leg'

Dr Kibet Shikuku says DVT is a condition that occurs when an abnormal blood clot forms in one or more of the deep veins in the body, usually in the legs, which causes leg pain or swelling.

By Rodgers Otiso 1 year ago

Despite the pain and rejection, endometriosis has made me stronger

Endometriosis can fall in four stages; Stage 1 - minimal, Stage 2 - mild, Stage 3 - moderate and Stage 4 - severe.

By Rodgers Otiso and Aggrey Karani 1 year ago