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December 17, 2024
Kenyan aid group is enabling refugees to access loans

Inkomoko provides affordable financing to businesses without collateral
December 13, 2024
As China partners with Kenyan state broadcasters, analysts point to Beijing’s poor media freedom record

China ranks worse in press freedom
December 05, 2024
Indigenous Kenyan men campaign against female genital mutilation

In November, Kenyan women's rights activists began 16 days of activism against Gender Based Violence
December 03, 2024
US Embassy in Kenya unveils new tech hub for innovators

In Kenya, tech entrepreneurs who had trouble accessing resources as simple as an internet connection are getting an assist from American libraries. The U.S. Embassy in Kenya is now operating six tech hubs, the newest of which opened in Nairobi last month. Victoria Amunga reports.
November 13, 2024
Sierra Leone begins to vaccinate health care workers against Ebola

Authorities in Sierra Leone have launched an Ebola vaccination campaign targeting at least 5,000 health workers. Many health workers caught the Ebola virus during the outbreak that hit West Africa a decade ago. Victoria Amunga reports from Kenema, Sierra Leone. Camera: Jimmy Makhulo.
October 29, 2024
Companies find solutions to power EVs in energy-challenged Africa

One study describes Africa as 'the most energy-deficient continent in the world'
October 10, 2024
Kenya's national airline produces diesel fuel from plastic waste

Kenya's national airline is producing diesel fuel made from plastic waste. Authorities say the goal is to provide cheaper fuel and to reduce plastic waste pollution. Victoria Amunga reports from Nairobi. Camera: Jimmy Makhulo.
September 24, 2024
Kenyan conservancy uses reformed poachers to protect wildlife

A Kenyan conservancy is using reformed poachers to protect wildlife. Conservation authorities say the program has helped to significantly reduce cases of poaching, especially in northern Kenya where communities are notorious for illegal hunting. Victoria Amunga reports from Meru, Kenya.
September 16, 2024
Authorities install air quality Monitors around Nairobi

Over 5,000 premature deaths in Kenya per year are air pollution related
August 29, 2024
China uses media trips in soft power play to boost image

Beijing is sending international reporters to Chinese cities to showcase culture, technology and tourism. What’s missing, say analysts, is an uncensored picture of China and its human rights abuses. Victoria Amunga for VOA News has the story. Videographer: Jimmy Makhulo
August 12, 2024
Conservationists say large-tusked elephants on Kenya-Tanzania border are endangered

Scientists say elephants were killed by trophy hunters in Tanzania and other elephants in the group are in danger if they cross into Tanzania where hunting is allowed
July 24, 2024
Kenyan entrepreneur enables the paralyzed to commute with ease

A Kenyan entrepreneur is helping people in wheelchairs get around in a country that is hard for people with disabilities to navigate. Through his company, Ace Mobility, users can hail cars and drivers equipped to accommodate disabled passengers. Victoria Amunga reports from Nairobi.
July 19, 2024
China's direct investment in Kenya drops sharply

Kenya government report shows direct investments dropped one-third, mostly in construction sector
July 14, 2024
Kenyan government app gives girls info on a taboo topic: menstruation

The Kenyan government is using a new mobile application to educate girls about menstrual health. Through the Oky Kenya app, users can access information on hygiene and other topics. The goal is to dispel myths and misconceptions about menstruation and protect girls against teenage pregnancies.
June 27, 2024
The Inside Story - A Free Press Matters | 150

A wrongfully detained journalist in Russia faces espionage charges in a closed-door trial. In Ecuador, an anchor is held at gunpoint live on air. Plus, how AI could impact the upcoming American election. This week on the Inside Story: A Free Press Matter.
June 12, 2024
Kenyan group uses old ATMs to dispense free sanitary pads to students

A public-private partnership in Kenya provides female students with free sanitary napkins dispensed from converted ATMs at school. The goal is to provide pads to young women from poor families so they don't miss school because they are menstruating. Victoria Amunga reports from Nairobi, Kenya.
May 27, 2024
China book corner set up at Kenya workers training institution

Books include subjects on politics, agriculture and technology
May 20, 2024
In Kenya, media hub helps journalists in exile

Journalists fleeing conflict or repression find support and work opportunity thanks to an exile program. From Nairobi, Victoria Amunga has more. Camera and video: Jimmy Makhulo
April 30, 2024
Kenyan company makes water from air for parched communities

The company Majik Water uses an Indian-built device that pulls humidity out of the air using an electrostatic filter. With the technology, it is able to supply up to 500 liters of water per day in arid regions.
March 28, 2024
Kenyan health care business brings low-cost ultrasound to expectant mothers

Expectant mothers pay as low as $10 for ultrasound services in poor areas

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