Kenya has been thrown into turmoil by yet another Court of Appeal ruling. The appellate court on May 9, 2025, passed a ruling stating that the deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu had no authority to impanel a bench for petitions arising from the October 2024 impeachment of the Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. According to Article…
1. The Nature of ConsciousnessPerhaps the greatest mystery of all is how subjective experience arises from physical processes in the brain. Scientists have identified areas involved in awareness, but the “hard problem of consciousness” — why and how brain activity gives rise to feelings and thoughts — remains unsolved. 2. How Memories Are Stored Long-TermWhile…
The Expanding Footprint of the Global Thrift Industry in African Markets The global thrift industry has established a significant and growing presence in African markets, with Kenya and Nigeria emerging as leading importers of secondhand clothing. In 2023, Kenya imported secondhand clothes and textiles worth Sh38.5 billion ($298 million), marking a 12.45% increase from the…
Every year on July 7, the world comes together to celebrate Kiswahili Language Day, a globally recognized event that honors one of Africa’s most influential languages. Established by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in 2021, this day acknowledges the cultural, historical, and linguistic significance of Kiswahili, a language spoken by over 200 million people across Africa and beyond.
Africa is teeming with youth, talent, and natural resources. Yet, when it comes to high-impact innovation, revolutionary change, and global competitiveness, the continent continues to underperform. While regions like Southeast Asia and Latin America are producing unicorn startups, AI breakthroughs, and quantum research labs, most African countries appear trapped in a model of slow, cautious,…
