By Alice Njoki Do you know what non-communicable diseases are? Well, Non-communicable diseases, or NCDs, are illnesses that you can’t catch from other people like how you can catch a cold. They usually develop slowly and stay for a long time. These diseases usually happen because of how we take care of our bodies, such […]
By Shilla Lwangu Technology is a huge part of our lives now. We use it to learn, play games, watch videos and talk to our friends. While it helps us in many ways, it can also cause problems for us as children. It’s important to think about how technology might be affecting our rights, like […]
Have You Ever Thought About the Connection Between Love and Sickness? By Pauline Kihali Have you ever wondered what it’s like to love someone who is sick? How do people show love and care when someone they love has sickle cell disease? What does it really mean to be there for someone with sickle cell, […]
By Alice Njoki Have you ever thought about how your daily choices affect the planet? Climate change is a big problem that impacts all of us, but the good news is that we can all make a difference. By taking small steps to reduce our carbon footprint and speaking up for change in our communities, […]
By Alice Njoki When I look around, I can see that climate change is affecting everyone. I notice it in the hotter days, stronger storms, and rising water levels. While many people focus on stopping pollution, I think it’s also important to think about how we can live with these changes. Adapting means finding ways […]
New York, 22 September 2024 – World leaders have agreed on a special plan called the “Pact for the Future,” which aims to make our world safer, fairer, and better for everyone. This plan includes exciting ideas like connecting everyone to the internet and ensuring we take care of the Earth for future generations. The […]
As a child, I often feel like my opinions don’t matter. But I believe that when we as kids, are included in decision-making, amazing things can happen! Child participation is not just a buzzword; it’s a powerful way to express ourselves and make a real difference in our communities. Think about it, when we join […]
By Alice Njoki Mpox, also known as Monkeypox, is a disease caused by a virus that can spread from animals to humans and between people and make people sick. It was first discovered in monkeys, which is how it got its name. Recently, a new and more dangerous version of this virus has been spreading, […]
The United States Senate has passed two major internet bills to protect kids online: the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) and the Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA 2.0). This is a huge step forward in making the internet a safer place for children and teens. The Senate approved these bills with a […]
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 […]