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CONFRONTING KENYA'S SILENT MALE BREAST CANCER

November 07, 2026

Male Breast Cancer: The Silent Health Crisis Kenyan Men Can No Longer Ignore By Naomi Kago, Freelance Journalist Breast cancer is widely perceived as a women's disease in Kenya, with most public awareness campaigns focusing on women. However, health experts warn that men are also vulnerable, yet many remain unaware of the risk due to limited public information, cultural beliefs and social stigma. Health advocates say this lack of awareness contributes to delayed diagnosis, with some men seeking medical attention only when the disease has reached advanced stages. Elizabeth Lagat, a consultant with Cancer Community Consultant Linkage (C3 Link) in Nakuru, says men play an important role in supporting women undergoing cancer treatment. They often accompany them to hospital appointments, provide financial assistance and ensure they follow medical advice. However, many fail to prioritise their own health. According to Lagat, the misconception that breast cancer affects only w...

THE ORIGIN OF THE OGIEK PEOPLE AND THEIR TRADITIONAL FOOD

June 22, 2026

The Origin of the Ogiek People and Their Traditional Food The Ogiek are one of the oldest Indigenous communities in Kenya and East Africa. They are a forest-dwelling people whose history, culture, and identity are deeply connected to nature. For countless generations, the Ogiek have lived in harmony with the forest, relying on its resources for food, medicine, shelter, and spiritual well-being. Their traditional way of life demonstrates a unique relationship between human beings and the natural environment. The name "Ogiek" refers to a group of Indigenous people who have served as custodians and caretakers of the forest since time immemorial. Their rich cultural heritage and Indigenous knowledge have enabled them to conserve biodiversity and maintain healthy ecosystems while sustaining their livelihoods. The Origin of the Ogiek People The Ogiek are believed to be among the earliest inhabitants of the forests of Kenya, particularly the Mau Forest Complex and o...

EMPOWERING COMMUNITIES ON ENVIRONMENTAL AND BIODIVERSITY CONSERVATION IN LOITA FOREST NAROK COUNTY.

May 25, 2026

Empowering Communities on Environmental and Biodiversity Conservation in Loita Forest- Narok County. May 25, 2026 Under the newly launched "Together for People and Planet (ToPP)" project, implemented by the Economic and Social Rights Centre -Hakijamii with support from Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDA) through WWF-Kenya, an intensive media initiative was held in Narok County from 19th - 21st May 2026 to build the capacity of journalists, content creators, and Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities (IPLCs) on evidence-based reporting on biodiversity, climate change, and environmental governance, aiming to strengthen participants’ skills in accurate environmental journalism and improve understanding of community-led conservation efforts. The stakeholders emphasized the critical need for technical capacity-building among the press. While environmental reporting in Kenya has grown, it has historically remained uneven and decoupled from tec...

Community Voices and Conservation Take Center Stage in Loita Forest Training

May 25, 2026

Economic and social Rights Centre - Hakijamii in partnership with WWF kenya and toPP, recently organized a three-day capacity-building workshop in Narok County for journalists, content creators, and Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities (IPLCs). The training focused on evidence-based reporting on biodiversity, climate change, and environmental governance, aiming to strengthen participants’ skills in accurate environmental journalism and improve understanding of community-led conservation. On the third day of the workshop, participants visited Entasekera in Loita, Narok County, for field engagement with local residents. The visit allowed journalists and content creators to collect views from the community on biodiversity conservation and environmental governance while learning directly from local experiences. During the engagement, the Senior Chief of Entasekera Location explained that the area has 18 villages, all located within Loita Forest. He noted that the community has pro...

THE CEDAR TREES IS TRULY THE KING OF THE ENVIRONMENT.

September 11, 2025

The cedar tree is truly the king of the environment. These majestic trees play a vital role in maintaining ecological balance, as they can live for hundreds of years, providing shelter, clean air, and stability to the ecosystem. Their resilience and longevity make them a priceless treasure in the fight against climate change and environmental degradation. By Alexander Kisioi Environmental Activist / Freelance Journalist

THE HERBAL PLANTS CALLED GOSÌSÌTOʻ AND NÙGÌAT

August 19, 2025

The Herbal Plants Called Gosìsìtoʻ and Nùgìat Among the Ogiek and other Indigenous communities, plants such as Gosìsìtoʻ and Nùgìat have long been treasured as powerful herbal remedies. Traditionally, before use, the herbs are mixed with meat often the head of a sheep. The meat is boiled together with the plants, and the resulting soup is later consumed. This soup, enriched with the herbal essence, is believed to cleanse the body and treat many illnesses. This knowledge is sacred to Indigenous peoples and has been passed down through generations. It is one of the reasons our forefathers lived long, healthy lives. Even today, the Ogiek people continue this practice. When boiling or cooking meat, they often include Gosìsìtoʻ or Nùgìat, carrying forward the wisdom of their forefathers. By Alexander Kisioi, Environmental Activist and Freelance Journalist