Affirmative action remains a pipe dream. This feature story explores how patriarchy in society still blocks women from running for political positions. To be at the helm of leadership in Kenya as a woman remains akin to walking on a tightrope, as the two-thirds gender rule and the push to implement affirmative action remains a…
It is one of the hot days in early February when a group of East African journalists venture on a field trip as part of the workshop programme on reporting water issues in Africa. Most lands in Nyandarua County in Central Kenya lie idle, with shrubs of weeds that sprouted after last year’s harvest. Farmers…
Nairobi In a homestead in Shamiloli village, Shinyalu Constituency in Kakamega County of Kenya, I am warmly welcomed by a middle-aged woman who is inspecting some beehives. From her smile, it was evident she was anticipating our interaction. She left her working station to welcome me into her homestead. Mrs Agnes Milimu is one of…
