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Topic: Women

Cupid can wait: Women choosing careers first

By Jael Wakesho   2026-01-13 09:39:38

In a world where marriage is often seen as the ultimate goal, more women are choosing to prioritise careers, independence and self-fulfilment

The Bondo 'school of women' that refused to stay down

By Isaiah Gwengi   2026-01-12 17:15:34

In the fishing village of Ulowa, Bondo sub-county, an institution once mocked as a “school of women” has defied stigma, poverty, and hostility to produce its best KCSE exam results yet.

Kenya eyes tenth straight senior women's team title at World Cross

By AFP   2026-01-08 15:05:27

World 10km record-holder Agnes Ngetich will spearhead Kenya’s bid. Kenya will however miss defending champion Beatrice Chebet who will not be in Florida.

Ten Kenyan women who defined 2025

By Tania Omusale   2026-01-06 08:59:17

Across sports, activism, media, culture, and public service, women shattered ceilings, set records, won major awards, and took up space on both national and global stages

Money, women and citizenship: Putin woos fighters online

By Kamau Muthoni   2026-01-02 17:13:35

A scroll through TikTok now reveals that Russia has ramped up its campaign for military recruitment on social media.

Why more Kenyan women are choosing to remain child-free

By Jael Wakesho   2025-12-31 12:38:46

Women are outpacing men in higher education and professional opportunities, and greater access to contraception has allowed many to prioritise personal growth and career ambitions.