The Star

1 day ago | the-star.co.ke | Martin Mwita

Joseph Maina, a city businessman, yesterday made his way to Nairobi Central Business District in the early morning hours, as it has been his normal routine for the last 10 years. However, it was not business as usual this time round as he reported to his business–a beauty and jewelry shop located at Imenti House facing Tom Mboya Street. He found his shop wiped out by vandals during Wednesday’s demonstrations in the city and all that was left were gift wrappers and women stockings.

2 days ago | the-star.co.ke | Brian Oruta

In SummaryKindiki described the protests as the most anarchist in Kenya since the 2007/2008 post-election violence. He went on to say that looting, destruction of property and loss of lives was unwarranted. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has termed the June 25 protests as shameful and the most violent the country has ever witnessed. Speaking on Thursday, Kindiki described the protests as the most anarchic in Kenya since the 2007/2008 post-election violence.

2 days ago | the-star.co.ke | Brian Oruta

In SummaryThe senator’s remarks come in the wake of unprecedented nationwide protests, largely mobilised on social media by young Kenyans demanding transparency, accountability, and more inclusion in governance. The demonstrations, which began as a pushback against the controversial Finance Bill 2024, evolved into a broader generational outcry against corruption, poor leadership, and limited economic prospects.

2 days ago | the-star.co.ke | Lucy Chege

When it comes to maintaining good health, the conversation often centers around total body weight or Body Mass Index (BMI). However, emerging evidence suggests that where fat is stored in the body commonly referred to as fat distribution may be more crucial than overall body fat. In particular, central obesity, or the accumulation of fat around the abdomen and internal organs, poses significant health risks that are independent of BMI or total body fat.

2 days ago | the-star.co.ke | Brian Oruta

In SummaryThe songwriter and record producer is one of the few artists who have always been vocal about political affairs of not only his country but the entire continent of Africa. His remarks followed reports by lobby groups, including the Law Society of Kenya, Police Reforms Working Group and the Kenya Medical Association said eight protesters were killed in the protests.