Nancy Agutu

Nairobi

Writer and Editor at WAN-IFRA

Writer and Editor at @TheStarKenya, @NewspaperWorld member,Member of Kenya Media Freedom Committee. @WomenInNews alumni, Ethics committee member @KenyaEditors

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Articles

Killings by cops remain high, Nairobi emerges as epicentre - report

1 week ago | the-star.co.ke | Nancy Agutu

Nairobi county has recorded the highest number of extrajudicial killings, a report has found. In the Missing Voices report released on May 7, Nairobi led with 38 killings. This is from a total number of 104 killings recorded across the country. Nairobi was followed by Kiambu with nine, Kajiado and Migori with six, Kakamega and Nakuru with five each. Makueni and Uasin Gishu had four cases each, Mombasa, Trans Nzoia and Turkana with three incidents each.
They shot him 9 times: Kisumu mother recounts son murder during Gen Z protest

1 week ago | the-star.co.ke | Nancy Agutu

A Kisumu mother has emotionally recounted the pain of her only son being among 104 victims listed in a new report on extrajudicial killings in Kenya. Penina Mueni’s 29-year-old son, Benson Mbithi Ouma, popularly known as Scott, was killed during the anti-Finance Bill protests on June 25, 2024. “To date, I am pained, hurt, and troubled over the killing of my only son, Scott,” Mueni said.
Lucy Mwai: The ballerina who danced away from medicine

1 week ago | the-star.co.ke | Nancy Agutu

It was a dislocated knee, torn meniscus and fractured femur that changed everything. Lucy Mwai hadn’t planned to start a dance class that day. She’d only intended to stretch, maybe move gently to music, trying to ease the tightness in her body from an old ballet strain. But when a few of her friends joined her on the studio floor, something shifted. They moved, breathed, and laughed together. It was casual. Healing. Freeing. “That was the beginning of the wellness dance class,” Lucy recalls.
Vatican releases Pope Francis’ final moments before death

3 weeks ago | the-star.co.ke | Nancy Agutu

The late Pope FrancisThe Vatican has released Pope Francis's final moments before his death. In a statement on Tuesday, the Vatican said the Pope rested on Sunday afternoon and had a quiet dinner. “Around 5:30 am, the first signs of the sudden illness appeared, prompting an immediate response from those keeping watch over him,” the Vatican said.
Pope Francis died of stroke, Vatican says

3 weeks ago | the-star.co.ke | Nancy Agutu

Pope Francis died on April 21. Pope Francis died of a stroke and subsequent irreversible heart failure, the Vatican has said. In a statement on Tuesday, the Vatican said Pope's death was due to stroke and irreversible cardiocirculatory collapse. Director of the Directorate of Health and Hygiene of the Vatican City State Andrea Arcangeli issued the official certification.
Double trouble or just double planning? Tips on going out alone with twins

1 month ago | the-star.co.ke | Nancy Agutu

In SummaryAs more twin parents look for ways to make solo outings less stressful, common concerns continue to come up. Would you like us to tell your story related to this topic? If yes, please send details to [email protected]Last week, we explored the struggles twin parents face with sleep training. This week, we’re diving into another real-life challenge: how to confidently go out alone with your little bundles of joy.
Engine malfunction caused chopper crash that killed CDF Francis Ogolla - Report

1 month ago | the-star.co.ke | Nancy Agutu

Military probe has found that engine malfunction caused the chopper crash that killed CDF General Francis Ogolla and other officers. In a report released on Friday, the Ministry of Defence said that the Huey Helicopter KAF 1501 was assessed to have had a relatively high level of reliability, having conducted several operational and training missions, including VIP flights.
Four family members who went missing in Tsavo found

1 month ago | the-star.co.ke | Nancy Agutu

The family of four that went missing in Tsavo East National Park has been found. A family spokesperson Erin told the Star that the missing family members were found. "They have been found and we would divulge information later," she said. The Kenya wildlife Service in a statement confirmed that they had successfully located and rescuedthe four who went missing in Tsavo following an intensive 24-hour search operation.
Tales of twin moms: Sleep training struggle and success

1 month ago | the-star.co.ke | Nancy Agutu

Let’s talk about twin moms, shall we? How do you even begin to sleep train two babies at once? Have you ever walked around with your twins and noticed everyone staring, as if your little ones were the most fascinating thing in the world like a rare, irresistible piece of chocolate? This is the reality for twin moms. The stares, the endless questions, the fascination—it’s all part of the experience.
What women consider when buying sanitary towels - Report

1 month ago | the-star.co.ke | Nancy Agutu

Nguvu Change Leader Advocating Menstrual Hygiene Action in Kenya/HandoutIn a country where taboos around menstruation still cast a long shadow, a powerful narrative is emerging from women who want their voices and needs granted. A report titled “Echoing Voices from the Grassroots on Dignified Period for All” uncovers a crucial, often overlooked truth: for women, menstrual health is not just about access, but about quality, comfort, and dignity.