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Iraq: a Legal Backdoor to Child Marriage?

Written by Yvonne Misando Iraq has recently made significant changes to its laws regarding marriage, particularly affecting children. The new amendments to the Personal Status Law No. 188 of 1959, passed on January 21, 2025, have spread concern globally as they effectively legalize child marriage. Previously, the legal age for marriage in Iraq was set […]

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It’s National Girl Child Day in India!

Written By Yvonne Misando Did you know that today, January 24th, is a special day called National Girl Child Day? It’s a day dedicated to celebrating and supporting girls, recognizing their potential, and creating awareness about their rights. This day is celebrated in India, but it resonates with girls everywhere, including Kenya and across Africa, […]

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INTERNATIONAL DAY OF EDUCATION:The Role of AI in Enhancing Education  for all Children  including those with Disabilities

Written by Alice Njoki. Today as we celebrate the International Day of Education 23 January 2025, marks the 6th celebration since its introduction after being proclaimed by the United Nations General assembly(UNGA)with support from United nations educational scientific,and cultural organisation (UNESCO) ,to recognise the critical role of education in global peace,sustainable development and equality goal […]

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Will the Ceasefire Between Gaza and Israel Be a Long Term Solution?

Written by Yvonne Misando The ceasefire between Gaza and Israel has brought a small ray of hope for children in Palestine, but life is still very hard for many of them. For over a year, children in Gaza have faced loud explosions, destroyed homes, and the loss of family and friends. The ceasefire means that, […]

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One in Eight Children in Haiti Displaced.

Written by Jermaine magethe There has been an increasing concern regarding the status of Haiti, and it can be summed up in one word: Crisis. The increase in violent confrontations has necessitated families, including children, to leave their homes. Among the over one million people displaced, the majority are under eighteen years of age. Additionally, […]

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Understanding mental health

Written by Alice Njoki. Can you tell if your friend is struggling with mental health issues? Maybe if she or he starts behaving weird like being quiet than usual, or their mood swings change instantly, this indicates that they might be going through something and when you notice such changes which includes mood swings, poor […]

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Eradication of child labour and exploitation

Written by Yvonne Misando. Child labour is a serious issue that affects millions of children around the world. It refers to work that deprives children of their childhood, potential, and dignity, and that is harmful to their physical or mental development. This includes work that is dangerous, interferes with their schooling, or forces them to […]

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Fire at the university of Nairobi (UON)

Written by Alice Njoki On Wednesday 15 night, a devastating fire broke out at the University of Nairobi’s Taifa Hall, specifically affecting the historic Gandhi Wing. Which blaze began in the kitchen of a restaurant within the structure before rapidly spreading to other areas, including part of the administration offices. The fire’s intensity was captured […]

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Childhood Cancer In Kenya

Written by Alice Njoki Childhood cancer is becoming a bigger concern in Kenya, affecting thousands of children and their families every year. While the number of cases of childhood cancer worldwide is rising, Kenya faces unique challenges in dealing with this disease due to limited resources and lack of awareness. In Kenya, approximately 3,000 new […]

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Will Child Marriage Define the Future Until 2092?

Written by Alice Njoki. A new United Nations report has brought worrying news about the future of child marriage, saying that it could last until 2092.  Especially in rural areas where deep cultural beliefs around marriage and economic hardship have led to young girls getting married off before they reach adulthood. The current statistics show […]