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Justice or a Loophole? India’s Supreme Court Ruling Sparks Outrage

  Written by Jermaine Magethe A recent ruling in India has triggered shockwaves in not only India but the rest of the world. The indian supreme court decision that was largely based on a technicality to downplay the gravity of the crime itself based on whether attempted rape or sexual assault. This is contrary to […]

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Eight Years of Mtoto News

Hello, my name is Alice, and I am a young journalist and advocate. Eight years ago on 28th February, Mtoto News started with a simple yet powerful mission, which is to make children visible and to ensure they are seen as active participants, not just spectators. As we celebrate this incredible milestone, I can’t help […]

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Defunding the Child Welfare Society of Kenya

Written by Jermaine Magethe A recent government decision to defund the Child Welfare Society of Kenya has raised concern over the future of child protection in the country. The move is part of a broader restructuring scheme of state corporations, classifying CWSK as a professional body despite its long-standing role as a critical state agency […]

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Is Vaping Becoming the Next Teen Epidemic?

Written by Alice Njoki As a teenager, I see it everywhere. In school bathrooms, at parties, even in bedrooms late at night, clearly vaping is becoming the norm. It’s almost impossible to find a group of teens where at least one person doesn’t have a sleek, colorful vape tucked in their pocket. And what’s worse? […]

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The Blood of The Congo Powers Our Lives

Written by Jermaine Magethe The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is rich in natural resources, yet its people especially children, continue to suffer. The conflicts in the DRC are among the deadliest and most complex humanitarian crises in the world. Children face violence, exploitation, and displacement. To understand how this crisis reached its current state, […]

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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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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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Should Children Use ChatGPT for Homework?

As artificial intelligence becomes a bigger part of our lives, tools like ChatGPT are now within reach for many children. This raises an important question: Should children use ChatGPT to do their homework?  One reason to support the use of ChatGPT is the way it helps children learn. For example, when a child struggles with […]

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Rethinking Australia’s Approach to Social Media for Kids

Written by Alice Njoki. When I heard about Australia’s plan to ban kids under 16 from using social media, I couldn’t help but feel frustrated. As a young person, I understand the reasons behind this idea. Social media can be dangerous as there’s cyberbullying, creepy strangers, and all kinds of harmful stuff. But banning it […]

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Why Stay Silent When We Can Stop Child Sexual Violence?

  Written by: Isaac Omollo Stopping child sexual abuse is neither a foreign nor a difficult thing… ‘it is uncomfortable’ and that is why a lot of people like you stay silent. The truth is, this issue thrives not because it’s impossible but because we choose to look the other way.  Let’s start acknowledging that […]