Author: Lynet Awino

Cervical cancer remains one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths among women, especially in Africa. The World Health Organization (WHO) ranks cervical cancer as the fourth most common cancer affecting women globally, accounting for approximately 660,000 new cases and 350,000 deaths in 2022. According to the United Nations, a woman dies from cervical cancer every two minutes worldwide. Most of these deaths occur in low- and middle-income countries, where health systems are often overstretched and prevention services are limited. This is worrying because cervical cancer is largely preventable and treatable when detected early. Yet, thousands of women continue to…

Kenya’s dining scene is heating up as Java House and Uganda’s Café Javas battle for dominance, each racing to capture affluent urban consumers and expand into fast-growing satellite towns. The Big Picture Java House, founded in 1999, has grown into one of East Africa’s largest casual dining chains. It now boasts 102 outlets across Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda, with recent openings in Eldoret and Ruaka. Café Javas, a Ugandan brand, is steadily building its Kenyan footprint. Its ninth outlet opened in September 2025 in Nairobi’s upscale Lavington area. Both brands are targeting middle- to upper-income consumers who are increasingly dining…

Nairobi’s high society lit up over the weekend as luxury lifestyle entrepreneur Dr Catherine Masitsa hosted a dazzling Rio Carnival–themed party in honour of The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Africa. Glamour at Castello Dell’Amore The opulent Castello Dell’Amore at The Anka House set the stage for a night of glitz and celebration. Media personalities, influencers, and reality TV fans gathered to toast Kenya’s stars in the groundbreaking Pan‑African reality series. Kenya’s Pride on the Global Stage Dr Masitsa, fondly known as Dr C, co‑hosted the soirée with fellow cast member Zena Nyambu, both proudly representing Kenya in the first‑ever…

Applications for the 2026 MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF) intake are now open, offering fully funded training for aspiring African filmmakers, scriptwriters, producers, and storytellers. The Pan-African film and television training institution, MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF), has announced applications for its 2026 intake. The programme invites graduates across Africa who aspire to become directors, producers, scriptwriters, and storytellers to apply for a nine-month, fully funded course at its academies in Kenya, Nigeria, and Zambia. Empowering Africa’s Creative Voice Having recently become part of CANAL+, MultiChoice has renewed its commitment to delivering compelling programming to African audiences. A key pillar of this…

Kenya’s retail sector continues to show resilience and growth, with Carrefour Kenya expanding its store network to 34 outlets nationwide and Naivas opening its 112th store in Mihango, Nairobi. These developments highlight the steady rise of modern retail operators amid a recovering supermarket industry. Carrefour Kenya’s Growth to 34 Stores Carrefour, operated by Majid Al Futtaim, has reinforced its position as one of the fastest‑growing retailers in Kenya. In 2025, the chain opened eight new stores across Nairobi, the Coast, and Watamu. Since its first Nairobi store in 2016, Carrefour has shifted from mall‑based outlets to community locations, increasing accessibility…

Kenyans saved more than 448,000 hours in 2025 by outsourcing meals and household errands to Uber Eats, according to the platform’s latest Cravings Report. The findings reveal how delivery has become a cornerstone of modern life, reshaping consumption habits and fueling the country’s food economy. Fried Chicken Tops Kenya’s Cravings Fried chicken has emerged as the most popular food choice among Kenyans in 2025, inspiring the year’s biggest orders and topping Uber Eats searches. The dish generated tens of thousands of queries. The busiest outlet served more than 100 meals a day. Pizza held its place as the second‑most searched…