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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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South Africa to Host The African Children’s Summit

  Written by Alice Njoki South Africa, in collaboration with the Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund and the Department of Social Development (DSD), will host the Bi-Annual Africa Children’s Summit (ACS 2025) from April 4-7, 2025, at Roedean Senior School and St John’s College, Parktown, Johannesburg. The summit will bring together 1,300 children from across Africa—300 […]

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How Some Toys Can Harm a Child’s Health!

Written by Yvonne Misando Toys bring joy, creativity, and fun into childhood. They help children learn, explore, and grow. But did you know that some colorful, pretty toys could be harmful to your health? It’s true! While most toys are safe, some can pose serious risks that you and your parents may not even notice. […]

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Neurodiversity Celebration Week

  Written by Jermaine Magethe Neurodiversity Celebration Week (March 17-23, 2025) is a week to recognize and celebrate the diversity of how people think, learn, and experience the world. This global movement, which commenced in 2018 when Siena Castellon established it, it aims to fight against stereotypes and to highlight the strengths of neurodivergent individuals. […]

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Celebrating Neurodiversity!!!

Did you know that not everyone’s brain works the same way? Some kids learn, think, and see the world differently—that’s called neurodiversity! Neurodiversity means that people have different ways of learning, solving problems, and experiencing things. From March 17-23, 2025, the world is celebrating Neurodiversity Celebration Week! This week is all about understanding and appreciating […]

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A 15-Year-Old Amos Kiptoo Hunts and Devours a Snake Alive

  Written by Alice Njoki. A shocking incident has happened in Chemogoch Village, Bomet County (kericho region)15-year-old boy, Amos Kiptoo, is in critical condition at mission hospital after eating a raw snake. Witnesses say he hunted the snake and ate it alive, raising serious questions about parental care and community responsibility. How did we get […]

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Do You Know Who the Children in Need Are ?

  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 […]

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Over 39,000 Cases of Child-on-Child Sexual Abuse in One Year

  Written by Yvonne Misando Child-on-child sexual abuse is a serious issue in England and Wales. In 2023, police recorded 115,489 cases of child sexual abuse and exploitation. More than 39,000 (52%) were committed by children aged 10-17. These offences included physical abuse (58%) and sharing indecent images (41%). One reason for the rise is […]

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Mathematics Will no Longer be a Mandatory Subject for Students

  Written by Alice Njoki Mathematics will no longer be a mandatory subject for students transitioning to senior secondary school under Kenya’s Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC). This announcement was made by Education Principal Secretary Belio Kipsang on Thursday, March 13, 2025, during a press briefing in Nairobi.  The change is part of the government’s efforts to […]

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Donor Funding Cuts Have Led to Vaccine Shortages

  Written by Alice Njoki Millions of children worldwide face a dire threat as UNICEF warns of severe consequences due to donor funding cuts. Kenya, a key beneficiary of vaccination programs through UNICEF, GAVI, and the Ministry of Health, risks setbacks in immunization efforts that protect against deadly diseases like measles, polio, and tuberculosis. This […]