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Dan Kauna

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Local
8 Jul 2025
From a barbershop under trees to the epicentre of the Saba Saba uprising, Kamukunji Grounds is a landmark in Kenya’s history. It played a key role in restoring multiparty democracy and is now rising again as a safe, public space for all. Its story is still being written.
Locals relax in Kamukunji grounds
Business
4 Jul 2025
Discover how simple light sensors and clever algorithms in today’s smartwatches measure your heart rate, why green LEDs are favoured, and what the future holds for on‑wrist health monitoring.
How do smartwatches track heartbeat accurately? Find out.
Food and drinks
2 Jul 2025
Hass and Fuerte are Kenya’s two leading avocado varieties. Although both pack heart‑healthy fats and vibrant green flesh, they differ in skin texture, flavour profile, peak seasons, farm‑gate pricing and where you can buy them. This guide explains their main traits, local price ranges and top markets so you can pick the perfect avocado for your sauces, nyama choma sides or matoke bake.
Man eating avocado toast with egg, salmon and arugula salad for brunch at the restaurant
Local
1 Jul 2025
The Ministry of Health has waived the hospital bill for Boniface Kariuki, a 22-year-old street vendor who died after being shot during the June 17 demonstrations. The waiver, charged to Kenyatta National Hospital’s emergency fund, applies to all protest-related injuries treated at the facility.
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale
Domestic
30 Jun 2025
Power banks are still relevant in Kenya’s fast-paced, highly digital environment. This guide breaks down what to look for, how to avoid counterfeits, and how to get the best return on investment from a reliable unit.
Thinking of getting a power bank? Read this