Hey there, fellow kids! If you’re anything like me, you probably get frustrated sometimes when your parents seem to be constantly nagging you about your behavior. Why do they always have to be so strict, right? But here’s the thing – I’ve realized that the “surprising secret” to being a well-behaved kid is actually pretty […]
During recent protests in Kenya, police used tear gas at Mwiyala Primary School in Kakamega County, affecting many young students. This incident has caused outrage and concern from various organizations, including UNICEF. Shaheen Nilofer, UNICEF’s Country Representative, expressed deep concern about the safety of children in such situations. She said, “Every child’s safety should always […]
Uasin Gishu County, Kenya – Three young children under 10 years old have sadly died because of a Hepatitis A outbreak in Uasin Gishu County. The County Health Executive, Abraham Serem, said that ten more cases of Hepatitis A have been found in the area, mainly in Ziwa within the Soy sub-county. Serem mentioned that […]
Nairobi, Kenya, 12/07/2024 – Mtoto News International, a platform that uses technology to promote children’s rights, advocacy, Child Led research and content creation, is excited to announce its nomination for a Tiktok Change Makers grant. Tiktok’ s Change Makers program, launched in May 2024 has partnered with 50 creators from around the world for a […]
Data from Kilifi County’s Department of Health Services reveals that as of April 2022, 100 children in Mpirani village, predominantly female, were registered with disabilities. Despite attending antenatal clinics (ANC) and following dietary guidelines, many mothers like Eunice Boke and Sadia Mohamed have given birth to children with severe birth defects. Eunice Boke, who has […]
Have you ever wondered how the government decides how to manage the country’s money and taxes? It’s a fascinating process that starts with something called a Finance Bill! What is a Finance Bill? A Finance Bill is like a big plan that the government creates to manage the country’s money. It explains how the government […]
Last month, Sierra Leone took a major step forward by passing a new law to stop child marriage. This law, called the Prohibition of Child Marriage Bill 2024, makes it illegal for anyone under 18 to get married. This is a big deal because child marriage has been a serious problem in Sierra Leone. In […]
What is air pollution? Air pollution is when the air around us gets dirty with harmful substances like smoke, dust, and chemicals. These things can make it hard for us to breathe in fresh, clean air. How Does Air Pollution Affect Us? When we breathe in polluted air, it can make us sick. It […]
In my opinion, whether household chores are a form of child labor really depends on the specific situation. On one hand, I don’t think the chores I do around the house are child labor at all. I have a few regular tasks like keeping my room clean, helping with the dishes after meals, and doing […]
A recent UNICEF report reveals that 181 million children under five, or 1 in 4 globally, suffer from severe food poverty. This makes them vulnerable to wasting, a critical form of malnutrition that threatens their survival, growth, and development. The report, titled “Child Food Poverty: Nutrition Deprivation in Early Childhood,” analyzes the causes and effects […]