Agatha Gichana

Jun 11, 2024 | nation.africa | Agatha Gichana

At this year's UN World Health Assembly, Githinji Gitahi, global CEO of Amref Health Africa, explained his abrupt departure from the stage during last year's summit. He found himself on an all-male panel discussing an issue that disproportionately harms women, which he described as an awkward situation. Gitahi made a statement by vacating his chair, inviting any qualified woman to take his place before walking off. “It’s not just about fairness; it’s about getting the job done well.

Jun 7, 2024 | nation.africa | Agatha Gichana

What you need to know:Claudia Sheinbaum's made history as Mexico's first female president, defeating the opposition candidate in a landmark election where two women engineers went head-to-head for the presidency. Her victory has reignited hope among Kenyan women leaders who have faced numerous barriers in their quest for greater political representation and the nation's highest office. Claudia Sheinbaum has once again written the history books, this time as Mexico's first female president.

Jun 4, 2024 | nation.africa | Agatha Gichana

In 1996, Jane Wairimu lost her husband when she was six months pregnant with their last child. At the time, she was 29, residing in Bungoma, Western Kenya. She had met her husband while working at the Agricultural Finance Corporation, and they had three children together. Their marriage was peaceful and happy. However, after his sudden death, she encountered unexpected challenges.

Jun 3, 2024 | nation.africa | Agatha Gichana

What you need to know:This is why the Law of Succession Amendment Bill, 2023, is currently under consideration in the Senate. The bill aims to address several issues within the existing law, particularly focusing on the rights of widows. In 1996, Jane Wairimu lost her husband when she was six months pregnant with their last child. At the time, she was 29, residing in Bungoma, Western Kenya.

Jun 3, 2024 | nation.africa | Agatha Gichana

Josephine Katambo was on maternity leave when she received a distressing email informing her that she had been retrenched. At that time, her firstborn daughter was just two months old. With a newborn, she knew she had to get back to work swiftly. Luckily, she secured a job through her networks and immediately started a new role. “It was a difficult experience, especially as a first-time mom. I appreciated that my former company paid for therapy to help us transition.