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Health insurance tops search trends that defined the nation

By Caroline Chebet   2026-01-02 06:00:00

Among the 2025 top search charts were SHA and Afya Yangu, searches that show how Kenyans are deeply preoccupied with health security following the retirement of NHIF.

Pineapple leaves to now help investigators solve crimes

By Caroline Chebet   2026-01-02 18:09:00

Scientists have discovered that pineapple leaves can be turned into powder that forensic investigators can use to solve complex crimes.

Legendary Amboseli elephant, Craig dies

By Caroline Chebet   2026-01-03 12:05:09

The Kenya Wildlife Service has announced the death of a renowned elephant known as Craig, famed for its large ground-sweeping tusks.

EU anti-deforestation law delayed for second year

By Caroline Chebet   2026-01-08 16:27:50

The European Union has officially delayed the implementation of its landmark anti-deforestation law for the second year.

Inside Moi High School-Kabarak's academic engine

By Caroline Chebet   2026-01-10 17:40:00

Moi High School-Kabarak once again secured its position as the top-performing school in the country, posting a historic mean score of 10.6 (A-)

Teacher takes on 45-hour non-stop maths teaching challenge

By Caroline Chebet   2026-01-30 00:00:00

At 8:00 am Friday, Fenwick Malobah will officially begin a 45-hour non-stop teaching marathon at Menengai Secondary School, aiming to shatter a Guinness World Record.

How scientific rulings are changing Kenya's iconic plant names

By Caroline Chebet   2026-02-03 11:21:09

Major changes in the naming of plants have officially taken effect this year, as hundreds of plant species are being stripped of scientific names derived from racial slurs.

IUCN launches plan to conserve trans-boundary world heritage sites

By Caroline Chebet   2026-02-10 15:52:28

IUCN says the programme is aimed at scaling up green economy solutions that generate sustainable livelihoods while strengthening conservation outcomes in several World Heritage sites.  

Report warns of rising threats on key biodiversity areas

By Caroline Chebet   2026-02-13 07:00:00

A new status report released by Nature Kenya, reveals that only five key biodiversity sites remain in favourable condition, while the majority, 31 sites, are now ranked as unfavourable.

Kenya launches national carbon registry to boost transparency

By Caroline Chebet   2026-02-17 16:00:21

The National Carbon Registry is designed to track every carbon credit generated within the country and verify all carbon projects to ensure that climate projects align with the Paris Agreement.

New research shows African elephants call each other by name

By Caroline Chebet   2026-02-18 09:53:38

Researchers have confirmed that elephants also call out to one another using unique sounds, proving that names are not a uniquely human invention.

Why the return of 8 critically endangered bongos was aborted

By Caroline Chebet   2026-02-23 16:03:44

A chartered Boeing, which was slated to carry eight critically endangered Mountain bongo antelopes from South Florida to Kenya

Researchers call for stringent biosecurity protocols to save baobabs from dying

By Caroline Chebet   2026-02-24 14:41:51

Researchers have challenged African countries to tighten biosecurity protocols and support research to save baobabs

Beetle invasion puts Africa's Baobabs at risk

By Caroline Chebet   2026-03-01 13:15:01

Researchers have urged African countries to strengthen biosecurity measures and invest in research to protect baobabs after studies revealed that killer beetles are destroying the trees.

Communities guard rare birds while boosting tourism in Kitui

By Caroline Chebet   2026-03-05 12:49:57

Communities in Kitui County are protecting rare bird species around Mutitu forest while promoting eco-tourism through organised birding and biodiversity counts.

Mau and land disputes dominate prayers for chopper crash victims

By Caroline Chebet   2026-03-06 00:00:00

Issues surrounding Mau settlements and land tussles in Ang'ata Barikoi dominated a joint requiem for Emurua Dikirr MP Johanna Ngeno and four others who died in a helicopter crash.

Why Watamu has joined elite 2026 romantic destinations

By Caroline Chebet   2026-03-17 15:50:00

Watamu has officially been crowned one of the top ten most romantic escapes globally by the world’s largest travel guidance platform.

Africa's birds vanishing into Asian markets

By Caroline Chebet   2026-04-20 09:45:34

A study has revealed that more than 1 million wild birds were shipped from Africa to Asian trade hubs between 2006 and 2020.

Kenya leads African space climate revolution

By Caroline Chebet   2026-04-20 10:11:38

Africa is moving away from its reliance on foreign weather satellites, which have long struggled to provide the specific data required to track the continent’s volatile climate patterns.

Kabarak University: Experts warn of new scramble for Africa as rule of law crisis deepens

By Caroline Chebet   2026-04-25 00:00:00

Legal experts warn that weakening global rule of law could trigger a new scramble for Africa’s resources, urging stronger African legal sovereignty.