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Immigration divide among Americans

courtesy of www.npr. Immigration has taken place throughout the world for many centuries. Many people move from one region to another for different reasons. For some, it is due to safety, economic situation, life-threatening issues, or better opportunities. The process of moving to a different area has been practiced for many centuries, Each person does it for their own reasons. While most people migrate out of choice, others migrate out of necessity. The United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR) estimated that, by the end of 2022, the world hosted an estimated 35.3 million refugees, including 5.9 million Palestine refugees under the mandate of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), as well as 5.4 million were asylum-seekers To date people are still debating on the issue of migration some feel that immigrants should use legal channels to enter the country while others believe that they have no option but to use non-convention channels to cross illegally into the country. In fi

Families living in graveyards ask for government support.

A group of families has found shelter in the cemetery where they live comfortably with the dead. The residents say they are living in the cemetery because it is peaceful, others say they are in search of an education in Juba , South Sudan. The cemetery supports up to 4000 families. They have occupied the Hai Malakal cemetery for more than 10 years. Others say that they have occupied the cemetery due to a lack of access to land in Juba. The Hai Malakal cemetery which is fenced by a high wall is opposite pyramid hotel and Bedwin Restaurant. Inside, there are graves that have been cemented and shacks made of tarpaulin and sisal next to them. The people inside do not look happy. The communities occupying the cemetery include Nomor yang state, Toriit, Zande, Bari, and Bor. They call themselves the 10 states because according to them they are united with the dead and alive. 26-year-old, John Lowani from Terekeka state is a senior four student at British High School in Juba. He was

Famine declared as a man-made disaster

On a Tuesday evening, a gathering has taken place to create awareness about starvation in Somalia and South Sudan at the Rift Valley Institute Kileleshwa, Nairobi. The audience was a mix of diplomats and scholars who were eager to listen to Alex de Waal as he launched his new book, Mass Starvation: The History and Future of Famine . The launch of the book was followed by a panel discussion on famine and humanitarian response in the Horn of Africa. Alex de Waal explains in his book through research that famine in the horn of Africa is man-made. He said that politicians are the cause of famine because they stand to gain from it. According to him, political decisions could end starvation however it should be a priority in the international community as well. There is a humanitarian crisis in the horn of Africa, according to De waal. He even mentions the causes of the famine through his slideshows that he used to prepare his audience for the topic. He analyzed st

Kenya hosts the first national science and technology exhibition

image courtesy of young scientists Kenya A class was in session as students showcased their inventions at the first national science and technology exhibition which took place at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre (KICC). Students wore dapper uniform with shiny polished shoes. A smile was also worn on their faces as they stood next to their projects to present their hard work. They were eager to mention the school that they were representing.I felt like I was back in high school again.But this time I was taught by at least eighty students who exhibited their projects. The national science and technology exhibition showcased different talents across the region.Young people were eager to show and talk about solutions to problems that they had encountered. Each student had a different background, region and interests. Their solutions were based on the vision 2030 and big four agenda. The event attracted five thousand people who were curious about the future sc

Heroin drug trafficking trade booming in the African coastlines

Heroin trafficking has found its way into the African coast, therefore, there is an urgent need to improve maritime security in combating the trafficking of narcotics, people, firearms and other illicit goods. This was emphasized by ENACT on Tuesday during a three-part seminar that focused on the southern route as a gateway for heroin trade. Their research also emphasized on the growing narcotics trade that has fueled criminal governance. The research paper authored by Simone Haysom, Peter Gastrow and Mark Shaw titled: The heroin coast: A political economy along the Eastern African seaboard was launched in Dar es Salaam and Nairobi on 2 and 3 July. The session which had attracted Diplomats, media, policy institutes and students also had a critical discussion on the linkages between drug trafficking and maritime crime of Africa’s East Coast at double tree Hilton, Nairobi. Heroin which is a highly addictive drug is extracted from morphine. Heroin is more popular in t

Horticulture society gives the environment a makeover

KENYA- The environment of Nairobi is becoming more beautiful due to environmentalist such as the Kenya horticultural society who recruit members to continue keeping the environment beautiful. The Kenya horticultural society was established almost 100 years ago, in 1923 by a group of people with a shared interest in plants, flowers, trees, and gardens. The aim of the society is to encourage anyone with an interest in gardening and plants with opportunities to explore and learn more about horticulture in Kenya, In Nairobi matters regarding the environment are taken seriously, almost every corner you will come across plants and trees that have been displayed for sale to be replanted. Recently the government banned chopping of wood to create charcoal which leads to deforestation. Desmond Maganga is the assistant administrator of the Kenya Horticultural society. He has studied Horticulture with I.T at Maseno University in Kisumu County. He is happy to be part of the Kenya

Home and Garden expo brings exhibitors from different parts of the country

NAIROBI - Homes and gardens enthusiasts were excited by new technology and products that were showcased at the Sarit Center expo, Karuna Rd, Westlands by exhibitors from different parts of Kenya. Exhibitors welcomed customers with their products which were displayed in a way that made you feel like you have entered their main stores. Customers were also given a catalog at the entrance that gave more information about companies that attended the expo. Each company was unique, their products were strategically placed to utilize the space that they had paid for, it also made curious customers satisfied by what they saw. From the arrangements, I felt like I was inside a well-furnished living room and bedroom. The exhibitors did their research on how to catch the attention of passersby. Companies that were showcased included, Amco waterless cookware, Ashut engineers, sirocco lifestyle, spiegel gardening Kenya, tiles, and carpet. Most of the companies targeted homeowners who were

Africans encouraged to explore their continent

NAIROBI- Hussein Mohammed works for Silverbird travel, a travel, and tours company that has a branch office in Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Zanzibar, and Seychelles . The company's aim is to influence more Africans to embrace traveling. Mohammed who was born and raised in Lamu was motivated to join travel and tours by his hometown that has always attracted tourists. This led him to love nature and to be passionate about traveling to different places. According to him, life is a journey that is unpredictable, when you are going through the journey, you should take time to relax and declutter your mind. "Kenyans and Africans can get packages from Silverbird at rates that are affordable If foreigners from Europe and India can travel with the same rates, why, not Africans"? He says. <script async src="//pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js"></script> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:block; text-align:

Dry fruits sold as an alternative to candy lovers at Souk Kenya

Ahmed Sasso at Souk, village market. KENYA - Ahmed Sasso is the owner of Souk, a business that sells dry fruits as an alternative to candy at the village market, Nairobi, for Kenyans who enjoy imported dry fruits, nuts, and chocolates from different countries. This is the first time that Ahmed who is influenced by his Lebanese background, is trying out this venture in Kenya. The business has a high demand in Lebanon but in Kenya, the concept is still foreign. Souk has been open for only two months but customers keep coming back for their products. On a Friday afternoon, I met Sasso at Souk.During the interview, I was interrupted by customers who were inquiring about his products. I took the opportunity to look around the shop which had a unique design and logo by Nour Samman an International graphic designer.The products were strategically placed from the entrance to the cashier area.There is also a black wall that has writing that informs customers about health benefit

A day in the life of a bicycle repairer

KENYA - Bike repairer, Paul Mwangi starts his day at 8 a.m by assembling his spare tires next to a tree that provides shade for him. His workstation is an open area at Komarock phase 3b. Next to the tree is a broken bicycle that he will work on later in the day.His workplace is also in a busy area as buses, motorbikes, and matatus with loud music pass by. Opposite his workstation is a ditch with flowing water. There is also a businessman who is creating furniture opposite him. After a while, he is joined by friends who laugh out loud as he works on a bicycle.They are intrigued by politics and argue about which political party is more popular. One of them has a newspaper that he uses as a reference to argue his points.A few minutes later, some children bring in their bicycles to be repaired. Mwangi started his occupation in 2005. As a child, riding bicycles was his hobby.When he grew up his first job was of a bicycle repairer at the industrial area, Nairobi.When he realized he ha

Davina Field- Marsham creates a huge impact with her project

Davina-Field Marsham in the centre holding a baby wrapped in a purple blanket KENYA - Most teenagers go to malls to pass time but Davina Field- Marsham is no ordinary teenager . At just 16 she has created, Do right, a project that sells non-profit stylish bracelets at malls in Kenya and Canada. The non- profit organisation sells bracelets with a purpose of using its profits to encourage women to visit clinics during pregnancy. She also provides women with postnatal care bundles that contain nappies, blankets, soap and a pamphlet that provides more information about the post natal period with an aim to reduce maternal and neonatal morbidity. The bracelets are made at Langata women's Maximum prison by trained women prisoners.When the bracelets are sold they get paid in salary which is sent to their families. I met Davina on a Sunday afternoon at Yaya centre. She had positive energy which attracted people towards her table to find out more about her project . As I sa

Chocolate , wine and cheese becomes popular in the Kenyan market

NAIROBI - Chocolate, wine, and cheese enthusiasts were in for a treat during the weekend as Exhibitors showcased their finest samples to the public from all over the globe at Westgate Shopping mall 22nd-25th March. Exhibitors who displayed their products at tables informed their potential customers about their products. The wine and chocolate festival offered a variety and different taste for customers who were curious about the exhibition. When you arrive at the shopping mall you are welcomed by exhibitors who have strategically placed their tables as they patiently wait for someone to approach them.I could tell that Kenya has a market for wine by the number of people who did a wine tasting at the tables.I made eye contact with a lady who had bottles of wine on her table. As I approached her, she was smiling.I had a feeling that I will learn something new. The lady told me that she has attended wine classes in South Africa and has 5 years of experience in sales and marketing

Customers curious about healthy living at the Organic food market

Courtesy of westgate mall fb page KENYA - The rains did not stop health lovers from attending the organic market opening on friday at Mwanzi road , Westlands where business owners showcased their natural products (15-17 March ) to the public as they convinced them to buy organic products for health purposes. The organic food market exhibition has created a platform for local companies to market their vegetables , natural herbs and spices , organic honey and peanut butter as well as other products. Companies such as Moringa for life , valley green fruit preserve, ambitious condiment , Moravo naturals , Rose bee honey took advantage of the opportunity . Lately there has been a lot of lifestyle diseases from consuming from fast food joints and buying processed products from local supermarkets that have found a market in Kenya .Consuming the processed foods has led to heart disease and complicated diseases such as cancer as well. The World Health Organisation (WHO)

Beth Warugura on campaigning for young girls through signatures

NAIROBI - Beth Warugura , the founder of girl aid foundation, created awareness about the taboos associated with menstruation and lack of sanitary towels by asking willing participants to sign on a wall at Yaya Centre. Girl aid foundation was founded in 2016 after getting enough funding and the required permits from the government.The aim of the foundation is to keep girls in school by increasing their attendance during their menstruation period and reducing the shame that is associated with it. I met Waruguru on a hot Wednesday afternoon.She spoke about her project with so much hope for the future. She also shared what inspired her to start the foundation and why she is campaigning for the girl child. She grew up in a rural area , in South kinangop , central province where she attended primary school. Later on she went to Kiabi girls high school which is in the same area. After that, She decided to move to Nairobi to study for a course in Journalism. Howeve