Written by Jermaine Magethe | Inspired by bell hooks’ All About Love When bell hooks wrote “there can be no love without justice,” she stripped love of its sentimentality. Love is not a feeling we stumble into. It is a daily choice to protect, nurture, and affirm the humanity of others. Without […]
Written by Naomi Chemutai On 25th September 2025 tragedy struck Samutet village in Ainamoi, Kericho county as a 19 year old killed 3 of his relatives using a machete. Kericho county police commander Mr. James Ngetich confirms the incident and reveals that the 19yr old killed his […]
Written by Jermaine Magethe Only a few years ago, children could watch TV and gaze in the mirror. Tweens, those between 8 and 12, had television shows tailored for them, universes where their voices rang out. Disney Channel’s Hannah Montana and Girl Meets World captured the awkwardness and wonder of early adolescence. Nickelodeon’s […]
Written by Jermaine Magethe Children taking part in activities is not just about being present, it’s about being heard, understood, and taken seriously. But what happens when the very words used to include them end up pushing them out? In Child participation, language is more than just a way to talk; it is a […]
Written by Alice Njoki. Some children need extra help to stay happy, healthy, and learn well. The Children Act 1989 says a child is “in need” if they cannot stay healthy or learn properly without support from local services. This includes: Children with disabilities. Kids who take care of family members. Families who don’t […]
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 […]
By Yvonne Misando If only every child had the chance to dream big and chase those dreams, without being forced to grow up too soon. Unfortunately, that’s not the reality for millions of children around the world. Many are trapped in child marriage, forced to get married before they turn 18. It’s like having their […]
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? […]
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 […]
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 […]