Topic: Poverty

Kenya's Samson needs seven years to destroy the temple of poverty

By Standard Reporter   2024-11-03 20:26:31

Cherargei may share some qualities with the Biblical figure - they have both rocked a hairless head, with Cherargei’s baldness being more of a fashion statement.

Lupita Nakhumicha: I could not allow poverty to stop me from achieving music dream

By Silas Nyamweya   2024-10-22 08:14:01

I think I’m unique when it comes to writing lyrics. I don’t write when I’m with people or in the studio.

Saccos lauded as frontiers to poverty reduction

By Nanjinia Wamuswa   2024-10-11 11:52:14

Savings and credit co-operative societies (Saccos) have been recognised as vital avenues for saving and investing, particularly for Kenya’s middle and low-income earners.

To reduce period poverty, cut price of menstrual products

By Jill Anami   2024-10-02 17:55:49

Access to menstrual hygiene products, education, and safe facilities remains a persistent challenge for many women and girls, preventing their full participation in school and work

How period poverty almost ruined my womanhood bliss

By Rodgers Otiso   2024-09-02 17:58:04

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.

Unique toilet boosts sanitation and tackle poverty in city slums

By Emmanuel Kipchumba and Ryan Kerubo   2024-09-01 11:00:08

The Fresh Life Toilets, equipped with handwashing facilities and a system that separates urine and faecal waste to prevent odour and diseases, have become a beacon of hope for residents.