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Exploring Tradition vs. Modernity in 'The Lion and the Jewel': How Characters Reflect the Theme
The article analyzes how the playwright in 'The Lion and the Jewel' contrasts traditional and modern values through characters' actions, beliefs, and conflicts.
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Lost Lives: Kenya's Unsolved Mystery of Disappeared Persons
Enforced disappearances in Kenya have been on the rise, with a significant number of these cases attributed to police. This article examines individuals who have been subjected to enforced disappearance, some of whom were discovered dead, while others vanished without a trace.
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Caroline Kangogo: The Mystery of the Killer Kenyan Cop
Caroline Kangogo, a Kenyan police officer, was wanted for the murder of two men. She eluded police dragnets for almost two weeks before killing herself at her parents' homestead. But puzzling clues were left behind.
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Book Review & Excerpt: 'Take Your Lunch Break: Helpful Tips for Relieving Work-related Stress' by Massoma Alam Chohan
'Take Your Lunch Break' is a nonfiction self-help book by Massoma Alam Chohan that provides strategies or techniques on how to manage and relieve stress, in general, anxiety and work-related stress.
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Review & Excerpt of the Book, 'She Recovers Every Day: Meditations for Women'
'She Recovers Every Day,' is a nonfiction targeted at women who are recovering or aiming to recover from a challenge they're facing. The book comprises of meditations, one for every single day. It's encouraging, inspiring, motivating, comforting and offering counsel.
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Review of Nonfiction Relationship Book: Honest Sex
'Honest Sex: Passionate Path to Deepen Connection and Keep Relationships Alive, ' is a nonfiction Relationship book that guides on ways to deepen connection in relationships and keep passion alive. It delves on several basic elements that contribute towards a healthy and meaningful relationship.
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Review of Nonfiction Book, 'Soar'
'Soar' is a nonfiction success career providing practical strategies you can utilise to realise success in your profession. If you want to experience growth and success in your career, then this book will provide insightfui steps to take to reach your goals. Trust it from a successful professional.
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What Was the Serpent in the Garden of Eden?
Genesis 3 records an incident that occurred in the garden of Eden whereby a serpent, that could talk, deceived Eve in eating forbidden fruit from the tree of knowledge. What was this serpent, and what was it's motive in beguiling Eve? This article attempts to find answers to the questions.
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Quiz Facts on the Wild's Big Cats
How much do you know of the following wild big cats: lions, tigers, jaguars, leopards, cheetahs, clouded leopards, sunda clouded leopards, snow leopards, and cougars? Test your knowledge of how much you know about them, and learn some facts about them.
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John Kibera, Kenya's "Most Wanted" Grave Robber
John Kibera was Kenya's first gangster to build a criminal enterprise around grave robbing. This is the story of how he transformed from a criminal into a preacher and motivational speaker.
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Review of Pulse Oximetre: An Electronic Medical Device Used to Measure Oxygen Saturation and Pulse Rate
Review of Pulse Oximeter Model Lk87, and Analysis of Pulse Oximeters
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Cookbook Review: Complete Step-by-Step Guide to Entertaining
Review of Cookbook: Complete Step-by-Step Guide to Entertaining
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Review of Nonfiction Relationship Book: 'Insight 20/20'
Insight 20/20 is aimed at arming a reader with knowledge on how to identify if they're in a toxic relationship or in a relationship with a narcissist, why as victims of narcissistic abuse they remain in a toxic relationship or move to another toxic one, and how to get out of a toxic relationship.
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The Criminal Life of Simon Matheri Ikere, a Ruthless Kenyan Gangster, and a Contracted Killer
He tops the list of one of the most ruthless gangsters in Kenya's history. His reign of terror led to a team being formed to deal with the gangster, and his gang.
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God and Your Break Up: Making Sense of the Break Up
In the aftermath of a breakup, individuals turn to God for solace or meaning. Some find comfort in divine understanding, seeking strength and guidance to navigate the emotional challenges of separation. Others may grapple with questions of faith and the purpose of their relationship.
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Which Forbidden Fruit Did Eve and Adam Eat from the Tree of Knowledge in the Garden of Eden?
Adam and Eve were banished from the Garden of Eden as a result of disobeying God's command not to eat of the fruit from the Tree of Knowledge situated in the middle of the garden. Many people have speculated which fruit it was. Others aren't convinced the narrative occurred in reality.
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Are the COVID-19 Vaccines Effective in Protecting People Against the New Variants of the Disease?
The highly contagious nature of some of the new variants that have emerged in some countries has caused fear among people of the possibility of more infection, and resultant deaths. Should we be worried, and will vaccinations protect us against the new variants of coronavirus?
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The 9 Most Fatal Death-defying Stunts
For whatever reason that leads an individual to perform a stunt, the feat can turn out fatal whether the stunt person is an amateur or skilled. Herein we will look at stunts that didn't end well - led to death.
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Disease X: The World's Most Mysterious Lethal Disease
Scientists are warning of a yet-to-be-identified disease that would cause a global pandemic, killing many people in a shorter time; far-worse than COVID-19. The disease is thought to be fast-spreading as COVID-19, and lethal as Ebola virus disease.
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The Dumper's State of Mind After a Breakup
How do dumpers feel after they breakup with their partners? Do they long to get back with them? What is their state of mind after a breakup? These are some of the questions posed by dumpees which this article aims to address.
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Summary & Analysis of the Novel: 'Weep Not, Child'
Summary and analysis of the novel, 'Weep Not, Child,' written by Ngungi wa Thiong'o
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Summary and Analysis of the Novel: 'A Man of the People' by Chinua Achebe
A Man of the People is a novel that was written by the late Nigerian novelist, poet, and essayist, Chinua Achebe. The accounts in the book are told from viewpoint of Odili, a former teacher who's intending to challenge M.A. Nanga, his class three teacher for a parliamentary seat.
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Analysis & Summary of the Play: 'The Trials of Brother Jero'
This is a summary of the chapters and analysis of the play, 'The Trials of Brother Jero' by African playwright, Wole Sonyika
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2020 Mali Military Coup
On August 18, 2020, mutiny soldiers attacked an army base, and arrested the president, senior military officers and top government officials in Mali.
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The Unsolved Mystery of Skyjacker, Dan Cooper
With $200,000 and two parachutes, Dan Cooper jumped off a moving plane at eight in the evening. The search for Cooper by several authorities and the FBI bore no fruit. The FBI ceased investigating his case in 2016 but they're opened for new leads or evidence. Who was Cooper? No one knows.
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Wanugu, Wacucu, and Rasta: Kenya's Most Wanted Criminals
In the 1990s, three of the deadliest gangsters were wanted for a litany of crimes, including kidnapping, torture, murder, violent robberies, and car thefts. Feared by the people and seemingly unstoppable, an elite force was formed to locate and kill the ruthless trio.
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Summary & Analysis of the Play: 'Three Suitors, One Husband'
Three Suitors One Husband is a comedic play revolving around a young educated African girl who is forced to get married to different male suitors. Fighting against given to a preferable male suitor, she devises a plan that'll see her getting married to the man she loves.
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Biblical Analysis: The Mark and the Image of the Beast
Revelation 14 warns against receiving worshipping the beast and its image, and taking the mark of the beast on the forehead or right hand. Those who do so will be dealt with by God during the Great Judgment. What is behind the mark and the image of the beast to warrant the warning?
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6 Interesting, Weird & Horrific Traditional Practices
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Interesting Facts About Tanzania
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10 Footballers Who Died from Their Injuries While Playing for Their Club Teams
Despite its huge liking worldwide, football hasn't gone well down the road as a peaceful sport. From minor to severe injuries, the game has also resulted in several deaths. This article looks at ten players from various years who succumbed to their injuries while active in their club teams.
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The Story of Malala Yousafzai: The Youngest Nobel Laureate and Activist Who Faced Death from Taliban
Malala Yousafzai was a young girl,15, who was targeted by Taliban militants due to her public advocacy for the right of female to education. She was shot by a gunman on the head and was hospitalized under critical condition.
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Biography of Chevelle Franklyn: The Dancehall Queen of Gospel Reggae
Chevelle Franklyn, renowned for her hit song, 'Dancehall Queen,' left the secular music industry, and embraced Christianity. A Christian minister, Chevelle has released several gospel reggae songs. Her song, 'Joy,' catapulted her into the world of Gospel Music.
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The 9 Most Lethal Virus Diseases in the World
The world has not been new to eruption of viral diseases. Since the dawn of life on earth, humans have become susceptible to diseases. This article looks at the most dangerous virus diseases that the world has to combat to bring them under control.
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Medical Masks & Face Clothing Coverings: Do They Prevent Against COVID-19 or Slow the Spread of the Novel Coronavirus?
Are face masks or cloth coverings effective in slowing the spread of SARS-COV-2 or prevent people from getting COVID-19? Health institutions and experts differ on the usefulness or effectiveness of wearing masks. But, the smaller protection they provide is better than none at all.
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24 Tragic Selfie Deaths
This is an updated list of selfie deaths gathered from reported news of deaths related to selfie capturing spanning from 2014-2021.
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Can Pets Get or Spread Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) to Other Animals or Human Beings?
The eruption of a new strain of coronavirus has ravaged people's lives and economies of the world. Pet and livestock owners are worried whether their animals can get or infect humans with the coronavirus disease.
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Hantavirus: Transmission, Symptoms, Treatment & Prevention
Hantaviruses diseases which are spread by rodents rarely occur but they can be fatal in some circumstances. Learn how they are spread, the diseases caused by hantaviruses, the types of hantaviruses, treatment and preventive measures you need to take notice of to avoid getting infected.
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Facts and Myths about Satan
Satan is a being who is encompassed in mystery. However, the Bible offers us enough information to better understand him, his works, his origin and his mission. As Christians, we should not be led astray by men' teachings that twist truth for a lie and depict Satan different from what the Bible says
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Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19): Cause, Symptoms, Treatment & Prevention Measures
A new strain of coronavirus, 2019-nCoV was identified in Wuhan, China towards the end of 2019 that is responsible for the pneumonia-like or heart disease symptoms outbreak in China. This is a brief summary of the disease as it looks at what is known so far about 2019 novel coronavirus.
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"The Lion and the Jewel": Summary and Analysis of the Play
Summary and analysis of the play 'The Lion and the Jewel' by Wole Soyinka.
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Summary & Analysis of the Novel, 'Passed Like a Shadow'
This article summarizes the chapters in the novel, 'Passed Like a Shadow' written by Tanzanian author, Bernard Mapalala. Additionally, it includes various themes the author has highlighted in the novel.
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Summary & Analysis of the Play: 'The Black Hermit'
Summary and Analysis of 'The Black Hermit' by Ngugi wa Thiong’o.
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The Meaning and Importance of Education
While we might disagree what education is, we cannot deny the fact that education has a place in our individual lives, in our society, in our country and the world at large. It plays a vital role in our lives, interconnecting us in one way or another.
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Was Jesus White or Black? And, Does His Skin Color Matter In Christianity?
For many years there have been a tug of war between the blacks and whites as to what Jesus looked like (and the possibility he still maintains his skin color in the heavenly realm where he dwells. Should we be concerned with how Jesus looked like or should we concentrate our minds on his message?
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Why Are Cats Afraid of Cucumbers?
Reasons why cats run away from cucumbers in fear.
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Quotes on 'No Contact Rule' after a Breakup
Quotes on no contact rule so you can have an idea what it is, and which benefits you can reap from exercising this technique
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Why Do Dogs and Cats Eat Grass? Three Theories
This article explores a few possible reasons our pets eat grass.
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Encouraging Bible Verses During Hard Times
Encouraging Bible verses for when you're going through a hard for difficulty time, facing a problem, or hurting
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The Concepts of Nationalism
What is nationalism? This article will look at two concepts, patriotism and national interest, with the intention of defining nationalism. Is it a positive term?
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2024 Free-Entry International Writing Contests
An updated list of free-to-enter writing contests—short story, flash fiction, poetry, essays, songwriting, articles, feature articles, interviews and memoirs.
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10 Effective Tips For Studying And Preparing For Exams
This article offers tips to assist you in preparation for your exams be it you are in primary or high school or in tertiary institutions. These tips are proven i.e effective.
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Ghosting: Why People Ghost Their Partners & How to Respond to Ghosting
When your partner ceases communicating with you and doesn't respond to your calls or texts, it indicates your partner is intending or has broken up with you without informing you. Learn what ghosting involves and why people apply the ultimate silent treatment in their relationships.
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Benefits of Arguments in Relationships
There are benefits of arguments in relationships. However, it is as important to know when arguments go overhand, that is, when it is not healthy to argue.
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Love Addiction: Characteristics and Signs of a Love Addict
Are you a love addict? Learn the characteristics of a love addict so you may know how not to be addicted in terms of love for your own good. Like other addictions, love addiction has its effects.
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15 Signs You Haven't Recovered From A Breakup
It takes time to recover, however it becomes heartening when it takes too long to recover. If it takes long to recover, the effects of having not recovered will have negative effects in your life.
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The Biblical Perspective of Singleness: A Comparison Between Singleness and Marriage
Singleness is treated as a curse or deadly disease and despised marital status. What is the Bible's viewpoint on singleness? Does it support it or altogether prefers marriage to singleness?
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14 Reasons Why an Ex Contacts You After A Break Up
Why do an ex (esp. dumper) contact after a period of no contact? What does he/she want? What does it mean? Why contact you when she dumped you and you are moving on with your life? What does it imply?
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21 Lessons I've Learned From Breakups
In every breakup there's one or more lessons that can be learned. If you learn them, they will help keep you from making the same mistakes.
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The Nature of Forgiveness and the Benefits of Forgiving Your Ex
Learn what forgiveness is all about and what the benefits are of forgiving your ex.
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10 Reasons You Should Never Reunite With Your Ex: Why You Should Let Your Ex Go
Relationships are made of bonds. If there is no bonding then there is no relationship. After break up the bond is severed. As such, you feel the need to get back with your ex? Is it advisable?
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How to Respond Maturely, and the Benefits of Responding Positively, When Someone Breaks Up With You
While responding positively to a break up appears odd at the surface, there are benefits associated with reacting maturely to a break up, that is, with your partner who has broken up with you. The article also provides answers to the most asked break-up related questions e.g. responding to ghosting.
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No Contact Rule: How It Benefits in the Healing & Recovery Process
No Contact is one of the effective techniques employed following a break up as a means of aiding in the healing of the wounded heart and enabling an individual to recover from their break up.
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17 Things You Should Consider After You Break Up With Your Ex
There are several things a person needs to consider after he/she breaks up with his/her partner. These points worth considering will aid you in healing from the hurt caused as a result of breakup, aid in recovering from the breakup and enable you to reflect positively on the failed relationship.
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15 Steps to Healing and Recovery Following a Breakup
This article will help you deal with the hurt of a breakup
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18 Things You Shouldn't Do After the Breakup
There are things or actions you shouldn't do when you've broken up with your ex. They may appear as the right thing to do but in effect they are not. Avoid doing the following things.
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Stay Informed, Stay Safe: A Closer Look at the Many Faces of Scams
Many scams exist in our societies, and the Internet is no exception. From dating scam to Nigerian 419 scam, arming yourself with knowledge of this scan will caution you against falling as victims of the scams. More so, you'll learn how to identify online scams.
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Do Christians Practice Cannibalism When They Participate in Holy Communion (Lord's Supper)?
Christians have been termed by non-Christians as cannibals because of engaging in an activity, Lord's Supper, which involves 'eating' Jesus flesh and 'drinking' his blood. Are these allegations legitimate?
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Anthropophagy and Cannibalism: The Types, Causes and Effects
Cannibalism is not a modern activity that was coined in recent years. The act has been running for decades. This article will look at the causes and types of cannibalism. It will also look as to whether there are negative effects associated with consuming human's flesh or internal body parts.
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How to Pray: The Elements of an Effective Prayer
Prayer is a two-way conversation where a person prays to God who listens, and then God responds. It is a time when a person has one-on-one talk with God; then is there right way to pray to Him?
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The Unsolved Mystery of Tanganyika Laughter Epidemic
It began among three girls spreading to over 90% of the girls in a boarding school in Tanganyika and infecting people in two neighbouring villages. It is a phenomenon that left people in a state of confusion: What was that?
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Unsolved Mystery of SS Ourang Medan Freight Ship
SS Ourang Medan, a freight ship, was found adrift in the Strait of Malacca. The captain and his crew were found dead, in unsettling postures. What led to the death of the crew noting the ship wasn't damaged before it exploded and sank. Shrouded in mystery, some doubt of its legitimacy.
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The World's Funniest and Weird Laws
Ever wondered whether this world is ever sane? You are not alone as you take a journey of reading the world's weirdest laws ever made by man to guide others, on a road to where?... maybe to insanity
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Inspiring and Thought-Provoking Quotes From Famous People
The following are quotes from famous people that will make you think hard and in the process motivate, and inspire you.
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The Ebola Virus Disease - Cause, Symptoms and Treatment
Ebola is a deadly infectious-contagious disease when it hits an area it causes an outbreak. Its advanced symptoms are worse and if early treatment or care is not administered, it kills fast and easy.
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The Types, Characteristics, and Benefits of Play in Early Childhood Development
Play is important in a growing child as studies have shown it helps in aiding development of language, sensory and cognitive.
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Biography: Koigi Wamwere – A Kenyan Activist, Politician and Author
Koigi Wamwere is one of the earliest Kenyan political activists who was treated unfairly during the reign of the first two presidents of Kenya.
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3 Marketing Techniques You Can Employ for Growth of Your Business. Case Study: Coca-Cola Company
If a business has to expand and spread its wings not only regionally, but also nationally and internationally, then there is need to learn the best marketing techniques to realize that expectation.
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How to Instill Hope in Others
If your friend or loved one is going through a hard time, how would you instill hope in his/her heart not to give up, to push on? How should you encourage or comfort him/her? Sometimes, it might seem hard not knowing what steps you should take. This article will guide you on what to do.
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Limb Amputation: How To Take Care of An Amputated Cat
When a cat has been amputated for various reasons, as the cat owner how do you go around taking care of it ensuring it derives better comfartability as it recovers from the surgery and learns to adapt
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Proverbs: The Power of Words - Watch What You Speak
The pen has been termed as mightier than the sword because words are more powerful than strength. It can make it break something. It has the potential to cause blessings and disasters. Learning how to use our tongues or being careful what we say or utter is paramount in our lives.
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Ruiru (Kiambu County), Kenya: A Town in the Making
Ruiru, an emerging town promises a lot in terms of investment especially considering Thika Super Highway that passes through it. Super High way has made creation and ease of businesses to become easy.
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Poem: God Bless Females, Women and Girls
There have been many and varied misconceptions and deceptions concerning women and girls. This has seen them abused in every imaginable way and shunned as a weaker sex. This poem is dedicated to them to appreciate their existence (beings) and the important roles they play in the society.
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The Great White Shark - The World's Largest Underwater Predator
The Great White Shark has commanded a large following of people who fear it because of its menacing figure and sharp-razor teeth. However, they are not dangerous eating machines as thought by many people. They have been known to attack humans on several occasions. Learn the basic facts of this...