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How Kenya's mass protests with long, rich history have been hijacked by elites

Every person has the right, peaceably and unarmed, to assemble, to demonstrate, to picket, and to present petitions to public authorities.

By The Conversation 1 month ago

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Police brutality: Why it will take more than laws, public anger to change behaviour

Excesses by the National Police Service have prompted action in the past. Repressive laws have been repealed and mechanisms are in place to identify, report and punish police excesses.

By The Conversation 1 month ago

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'Green' home features can earn developers more and save homeowners' cash

Solar panels, batteries, double-glazed windows, correct insulation, good ventilation and better materials have been thought to be too expensiveand too niche to include in new homes.

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From screens to the streets: How Gen Z shows power of digital activism

Nationwide demonstrations have erupted in Kenya over a controversial tax bill with the Gen Z using the digital space to mobilise.

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Hotbed of corruption: How Kenya's elite have captured the state

The article argues that corruption remains deeply entrenched in Kenya's public sector due to elite state capture, weak accountability and limited political will to enforce anti-corruption reforms.

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Did Kenya's Gen Z protests achieve anything?

An analysis by The Conversation argues that Kenya's 2024 Gen Z protests forced the government to adopt a more cautious approach to taxation and youth issues.

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From Bill Clinton to Obama and Trump: Why US presidents end up cursing Netanyahu

When Bill Clinton first met Netanyahu in the summer of 1996, Netanyahu lectured him about the history of the Arab-Israeli conflict. Clinton emerged from the meeting exasperated.

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Could 2026 be the year in which AI contributes to a World Cup win?

AI is expected to be used in different ways at this year's tournament. From smarter tactics to healthy players and safer crowds, but new risks will also be there.

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Could sodium replace lithium as the dominant ingredient in batteries?

Researchers at the University of Limerick have developed a dual-ion battery that combines sodium and lithium to deliver more sustainable energy storage without sacrificing performance.

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Kenya's war on traditional alcohol: A colonial hangover about what it means to be 'civilised'

The prohibition of Africans' consumption of bottled beer, wines and spirits in Kenya was lifted at the end of 1947. The end of the prohibition marked the beginning of condemnation and criminalisation.

By The Conversation 3 months ago

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Why Nairobi Africa France summit bears the hallmarks of Macron-Ruto priorities

The summit illustrates how climate finance, security, and AI are being used to bolster commercial interests in both Africa and France.

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Five paintings that capture the complexity of motherhood

The bond between mother and child is tangible, believable and thoroughly human.

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Behind the conflict in central Kenya costing lives, hurting tourism

Deadly invasions of ranches and conservancies in Laikipia are being driven by historical land injustices, political tensions and growing inequality over access to resources and wildlife benefits.

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Why collective land tenure is under threat in Kenya

Traditionally, pastoral communities have accessed and used land collectively but now things are changing because of various reasons

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What is hantavirus, the disease that has killed 3 cruise ship passengers?

Three people have died after a suspected outbreak of hantavirus on a cruise ship in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean.

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How East African Community's expansion has triggered financial troubles

The East African Community faces a funding crisis due to member states failing to meet contributions, prompting reforms and possible sanctions to sustain the bloc.

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Kwame Akoto Bamfo: the Ghanaian artist using work about slavery to find justice and healing

Akoto-Bamfo's work is important for its powerful engagement with memory, material culture and restorative justice.

By The Conversation 4 months ago

Seizure of 2,000 ants at JKIA highlights the hidden scale of insect trafficking

While insects are traded legally for reasons such as research, pet markets or human consumption, these patterns are often mirrored in illicit trade.

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Equalisation Funds: Devolution money helping Kenya's households

Households in marginalised counties saw large and broad-based increases in spending compared with households in the 33 other counties.

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AI debate: Are more university students plagiarising their work?

Within academia, plagiarism is seen as a serious breach of integrity for scholars and students.

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How brutal Mau Mau camps acted as extension of Britain's colonial prison

During the Mau Mau uprising between 1952 and 1960, the British colonial government confined an estimated 150,000 Kenyans in a sprawling network of 'emergency' detention camps.

By The Conversation 4 months ago

Why has it taken so long to return to the Moon?

For the Artemis II mission, launched on April 1, 2026, four astronauts will travel in a loop around the Moon in Nasa's next-generation Orion crew capsule.

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Apple at 50: eight technology leaps that changed our world

Before Apple, computers were largely sold in kit form. Steve Jobs saw that people wanted them pre-assembled and ready to run.

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Why hasn't the US military used force to secure the Strait of Hormuz?

Compared with other weapons, such as missiles, it's much harder for the US and Israel to target Iran's drones on the ground because they can be launched from almost anywhere.

By The Conversation 4 months ago

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Why the UN declaration on the transatlantic slave trade matters

The declaration points out that the effects of slavery still influence inequality and racism today.

By The Conversation 4 months ago

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God on their side: how the US, Israel and Iran are all using religion to garner support

This war is not primarily about religion. But leaders on all sides have used religion to justify their actions.

By The Conversation 4 months ago

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From Vietnam, Afghanistan to Ukraine and Iran: Overconfidence is how wars are lost

From Vietnam to Ukraine, history shows wars are often lost through leaders' overconfidence and misjudgements long before the battlefield decides the outcome.

By The Conversation 4 months ago

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Senegal Vs Morocco: Afcon ruling lawful, but CAF's reputation at risk

The appeals board of African football's ruling body, the Confederation of African Football, on 17 March overturned the outcome of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final.

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Why fines alone cannot stop big tech from behaving badly

Experts warn that fines alone are unlikely to curb big tech misconduct as countries explore stricter regulations like social media bans for children.

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Why exposing young children to AI content could have irreversible consequences

Artificial intelligence (AI) already affects many areas of daily life, including the lives of young children.

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How sex, pink and empowerment are used to sell alcohol to women

A wine called "Mother's Milk" suggests alcohol may provide replenishment in a woman's life and care for her as she cares for others.

By The Conversation 5 months ago

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Why power blackouts are the new normal in Kenya

Kenya is experiencing frequent power outages due to electricity production shortfalls, prompting William Ruto to approve daily load-shedding to stabilise the national grid.

By The Conversation 5 months ago

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The 'red flags' in US-Africa health deals

The United States has signed bilateral health agreements worth $19.8 billion with several African countries, raising concerns over potential risks and conditions tied to the funding.

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Did you know your headphones need cleaning?

Using headphones, particularly in-ear versions such as earbuds, blocks the ear canal and puts the skin in contact with any dirt or bacteria they may be carrying.

By The Conversation 5 months ago

Your cell can't die, can't stop dividing; it's a cancer

Cancer occurs when cells ignore normal growth controls, often due to genetic changes that alter how your genes function.

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What hydroponic farming can do in tiny urban spaces

Hydroponics, a method of growing plants without soil, uses a nutrient-rich water solution instead of earth and is useful in areas where soil quality is poor, water supply is unreliable.

By The Conversation 5 months ago

After weight loss breakthrough: The hard truth about staying slim

To prevent weight regain, consider building meals around lean protein and whole grains and noticing where calories might be creeping in, such as snacks, sugary drinks and alcohol.

By The Conversation 6 months ago

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From meeting targets to creating value: Why workplace wasn't designed for humans

Modern workplaces focus on targets and performance, often neglecting human well-being, leading to stress, burnout, and disengagement.

By The Conversation 6 months ago

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How new technologies are stepping up global fight against wildlife trafficking

How technology is strengthening the global fight against illegal wildlife trade.

By The Conversation 6 months ago

Africa's drylands need right support listening to herders who live there

Effective support for Africa's drylands comes from listening to pastoralists and implementing locally-led, flexible approaches rather than top-down interventions.

By The Conversation 6 months ago