Author: Karanja Jackson

In the African tradition, it took a long time and deliberate efforts to groom a leader But today, many leaders just want to be the king Lion, which eats before those who are more deserving We must be more thoughtful as we make our electoral decisions this time round Mental Health and Psychosocial considerations during the COVID-19 pandemic George Bernard Shaw made the following observation: “If history repeats itself, and the unexpected always happens, how incapable must Man be of learning from experience.”  Flipping through my WhatsApp messages, I was captivated by one video post in which, lions were collaborating…

Lukoye appointed Dean of Medical College at Aga Khan University His term at the University begins on 1st August 2020 Mental Health and Psychosocial considerations during the COVID-19 pandemic Aga Khan University has appointed Lukoye Atwoli as new Dean of Medical College. Lukoye Atwoli has appointed as the new dean at the international university. Lukoye holds a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from Moi University, and a Master of Medicine in Psychiatry from the University of Nairobi as well as a PhD from the Department of Psychiatry and Mental Health at the University of Cape Town in South…

Nancy Gathungu has been sworn in as Kenya’s new Auditor General. She replaces former Auditor General Edward Ouko whose tenure came to an end having served for 8 years. She was sworn in at the Supreme Court of Kenya on Friday, at a ceremony overseen by Chief Justice David Maraga. https://twitter.com/OAG_Kenya/status/1284080713843847168?s=20 CJ Maraga urged Ms Gathungu to discharge her duties firmly as she may, occasionally, find herself on the wrong side of different public officials. He further promised the Auditor General of full support of the Judiciary, however letting her know that they will also not be afraid to correct…

United forward to be honored with honorary doctorate Rashford been involved in a high-profile campaign for free school meals Mental Health and Psychosocial considerations during the COVID-19 pandemic England striker Marcus Rashford will receive an honorary doctorate from the University of Manchester for his incredible campaign against child poverty  Rashford last month successfully campaigned for the government to extend its free school meals voucher scheme during the summer holidays. The 22-yeard old also helped lead an initiative with the FareShare Charity to raise funds to help supply food to children during the coronavirus pandemic. His off-pitch actions have attracted admiration…

Four-time World Champion considering a move to Aston Martin His current Ferrari Deal set to end this year Mental Health and Psychosocial considerations during the COVID-19 pandemic Sebastian Vettel, the outgoing Ferrari driver is in talks to join the new Aston Martin F1 team in 2021. Vettel and Ferrari announced earlier this year that the four-time world champion would be leaving the Italian team after five years. Rumors initially indicated that Vettel was considering making a sensational move to Mercedes to join Lewis Hamilton. These rumors were quickly dispelled by Mercedes. The 33-year-old is thought to have been offered a…

Wigan hit an incredible seven first-half goals past Hull City Relegation-threatened Tigers could not find a response to the demolition Mental Health and Psychosocial considerations during the COVID-19 pandemic Wigan demolished Hull City with seven first-half goals to diminish the Tiger’s chances of survival in the Championship. Wigan added one goal during the second half to register an incredible win at the DW Stadium. Hull City came into the match at the back of a three-match losing streak that has dimmed their chances of survival in the Championship. Kal Naismith opened the scoring in the second minute and set the…