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When the Drum Beats Loudly, the Village Must Listen: Kenya’s Stories of Struggle, Strength, and Strides

 





"Even the Mighty Elephant Must Bow to the Storm": Kenya's Bold Stand in Haiti

Kenya's leadership in the UN-backed Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission in Haiti faces significant challenges. Despite deploying approximately 1,000 personnel—about 75% of whom are Kenyan—the mission struggles to contain rampant gang violence due to inadequate resources. On May 12, 2025, the foreign ministers of the Dominican Republic and Kenya jointly appealed for increased international funding and logistical support to bolster the mission's effectiveness.

🌾 "From Thorns to Harvest": Ex-Gang Members Cultivate Hope in Mathare

In Nairobi's Mathare slum, former gang members have transformed a garbage dump into a thriving hydroponic farm. Led by Joseph Kariaga, the youth-led group Vision Bearerz combats crime and food insecurity through urban farming. With support from Growth4Change, they grow vegetables, raise pigs, and farm tilapia, providing free weekly meals for over 150 children. Despite facing funding shortages and social stigma, the group remains committed to its mission. 

"The Caged Bird Still Sings": Gen Z's Digital Dissent Faces Crackdown

Kenya's Gen Z activists face increased repression for online dissent. Reports have emerged of abductions and torture for satirical content critical of President Ruto. Notably, 24-year-old student Billy Mwangi was abducted and tortured for posting an AI-generated image of President Ruto in a coffin—a satirical expression that went viral. These incidents highlight a broader pattern of at least 82 abductions in 2024, many tied to the #RejectFinanceBill protests. 

Kenyan Gen Z activists

"A Leopard Cannot Change Its Spots": KUSCCO's Financial Scandal Unveiled

The Kenya Union of Savings and Credit Cooperatives (KUSCCO) faces scrutiny over a Ksh13.3 billion scandal involving mismanagement and financial irregularities. To recover the lost funds, KUSCCO plans to auction over 50 properties of its members who embezzled funds. The auctions are scheduled for June 5, 7, and 10, 2025. 

"The Wind Does Not Break a Tree That Bends": Ruto Defends Economic Reforms

President William Ruto defends his administration's economic reforms, citing IMF data positioning Kenya among Africa's top economies. Despite public criticism over high taxation and cost of living, Ruto emphasizes the necessity of these reforms for long-term prosperity and economic self-reliance. 


"The Lion's Roar Echoes in the Savannah": Safari Rally Showcases Kenyan Prowess

The 2025 Safari Rally concluded with Toyota's Elfyn Evans and co-driver Scott Martin clinching victory, extending Evans' world championship lead to 36 points—a record lead after three rounds. The rally, held in Kenya, underscores the country's prominence in the World Rally Championship circuit. 

"Building Bridges Over Troubled Waters": Dongo Kundu Bypass Opens

The Dongo Kundu Bypass Highway in Mombasa opens to the public, aiming to boost trade and connectivity in the region. The new highway links Moi International Airport to the southern coastal region, previously accessible only via ferry service.

"A New Dawn Rises in the East": Talanta Sports Stadium Nears Completion

Construction progresses on Nairobi's Talanta Sports Stadium, set to host events for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. The stadium, with a planned capacity of 60,000, is part of Kenya's investment in sports infrastructure and is expected to open in December 2025. 


"When Mothers Speak, the Nation Listens": 'The Mommy Club NBO' Premieres

Showmax announces the premiere of 'The Mommy Club NBO,' a reality series spotlighting the lives of five affluent Kenyan mothers. The show, set to premiere on May 30, 2025, offers viewers a glimpse into Nairobi's elite circles.


"New Wine in Old Wineskins": CBK's Banknote Series Wins Global Award

The Central Bank of Kenya receives international recognition for its new banknote series, lauded for enhanced security features and design excellence at the High-Security Printing EMEA Conference. The award acknowledges CBK's release of a new banknote series in August 2024. 

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