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December 31, 2024
Health Report: How binge drinking hampers holiday fun

It’s the holiday season, and with that comes celebrations, good cheer, and sometimes, overindulgence in alcohol. Experts say heavy drinking during the holidays is a widespread concern as many people drink heavily to celebrate. They say while it may seem harmless to have a few extra drinks, binge drinking can have serious health repercussions. Furthermore, binge drinking can lead to uncomfortable hangovers that interfere with daily life and cause long-term harm in some cases. Juma Majanga reports from Nairobi, Kenya.
December 12, 2024
Kenyan scientists study mealworm they say can break down plastics

Scientists in Kenya say they are studying a mealworm native to Africa that can consume and biodegrade plastic. Experts report the meal worm produces enzymes that can help break down plastic waste. Juma Majanga reports from Nairobi, Kenya. Camera: Amos Wangwa.
November 29, 2024
Kenya clinics provide healthcare to cross-border truck drivers, sex workers

A clinic initiative in Kenya aims to provide healthcare to vulnerable mobile populations, such as truck drivers and commercial sex workers. The goal is to combat the spread of disease across borders in Africa. Juma Majanga reports from transit town of Mlolongo in Kenya.
November 22, 2024
How beekeeping is helps communities cope with climate change in Kenya

The U.N. Environment Program says communities living in drylands are the most affected by global warming, with frequent droughts and subsequent floods rendering traditional livelihoods like farming and livestock keeping nearly impossible. Conservation experts in Kenya are helping such communities develop climate-resilient alternative livelihoods like beekeeping to help them cope with the changing weather patterns. Juma Majanga reports from Garsen, Kenya.
November 07, 2024
American citizens in Kenya gathered to watch US election results

In a vibrant Nairobi community center, American citizens living in Kenya, gathered to watch the U.S. election results. Juma Majanga attended the U.S. election watch party and filed this report from Nairobi.
October 23, 2024
Americans voting in Kenya find connection ahead of US election

As the November elections draw closer and the campaign intensifies in the United States, American citizens living thousands of miles away in Kenya are staying engaged. Reporter Juma Majanga spoke with some U.S expats in Nairobi to find out how they are staying connected to politics back home.
October 23, 2024
Kenya’s impeached deputy president says his life is in danger

Kenya's impeached Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua told reporters Sunday that his security protection team had been withdrawn, and he warned that should anything happen to him, President William Ruto should be held responsible. Juma Majanga reports from Nairobi, Kenya.
October 18, 2024
Residents on Kenya’s coast use app to track migratory birds

The Tana River Delta on the Kenyan coast includes a vast range of habitats and a remarkably productive coastal ecosystem, says UNESCO. It is also home to many bird species, including some that are near threatened. Residents are helping local conservation efforts with an app called eBird. Juma Majanga reports.
September 10, 2024
Men face mental health stigma in Africa, health experts say

Health experts say African men have been discouraged from accessing mental health support due to some traditional practices and societal views on masculinity. For VOA, Juma Majanga has more in this report that he filed from Kenya’s capital, Nairobi.
August 31, 2024
Kenya restaurant garners attention for experimenting with robots

The Robot Café, a Kenyan restaurant in the nation’s capital, Nairobi, has garnered business and more attention for its use of robots that are working as staff responsible for serving customers food. For VOA, reporter Juma Majanga has more.
August 17, 2024
Restaurant with robot services causes excitement in Nairobi

In Nairobi, a new restaurant is generating business and buzz – not just because of the food, but because of the staff. Robots serving dishes is the main attraction of diners who flock to the Robot Café. Juma Majanga reports from Nairobi, Kenya. Camera: Jimmy Makhulo.
August 17, 2024
Restaurant with Robot Services Causes Excitement in Nairobi

In Nairobi, a new restaurant is generating business and buzz – not just because of the food, but because of the staff. Robots serving dishes is the main attraction for diners who flock to the Robot Café. Juma Majanga reports from Nairobi, Kenya.
August 05, 2024
Kenya's 'Generation Z' protesters

Mostly members of Generation Z have protested across Kenya for two weeks. Their demonstrations are organized largely of social media with no notable leaders. It has grown into a movement that calls for good governance. Juma Majanga explains from Nairobi.
August 02, 2024
Generation Z leading widely supported historic protests in Kenya

The recent protests in Kenya that forced the president to dissolve his cabinet have been led people under 27 years old, members of so-called Generation Z, many of whom identify as tribeless and classless. The nationwide protests are largely organized on social media with no notable leaders. They have snowballed into a movement calling for good governance, with broad backing across Kenya. So, who are these Gen-Z protesters? Juma Majanga reports from Nairobi, Kenya.
July 27, 2024
Kenya’s media demand better protections covering protest movement

Attacks, arrests and restrictions on journalists including over coverage of youth demonstrations is causing concern among Kenyan media. Journalists are taking to the streets to protest. Juma Majanga covered the protests and filed this report from Nairobi, Kenya. Camera: Amos Wangwa
July 20, 2024
Kenya protests could inspire youth across Africa, experts say

Political experts say the ongoing anti-government protests in Kenya where youth-led demonstrators are demanding that President William Ruto step down and that government take immediate action against issues that have plagued society, including corruption, could have ripple effects across Africa, should leaders on the continent not address citizens concerns. For more, VOA reporter Juma Majanga filed this report from Kenya’s capital, Nairobi.
June 27, 2024
Young adults leading protests against tax bill in Kenya

In Kenya, at least five protesters have been killed and dozens injured as a crowd stormed parliament during a protest against a bill raising taxes. Young Kenyans, mostly members of Generation Z, have been leading protests against the bill, giving political protests in Kenya a new face. Juma Majanga reports from Nairobi.
June 12, 2024
Clean cooking initiative aims to cut indoor air pollution in Africa

Traditional cooking fuels and technologies are among the major sources of household air pollution in sub-Saharan Africa, with severe health consequences for the population, according to the World Bank. Now, an initiative to promote climate-friendly cooking in the region is introducing stoves that use less charcoal and firewood to improve air quality. Juma Majanga reports from Nakuru, Kenya.
May 15, 2024
US charity helps Kenyan communities build resilience to climate change

The U.N. environmental agency says Africa is the lowest contributor of global greenhouse emissions yet remains the most vulnerable to the effects of climate change. A U.S. charity called GiveDirectly is helping some African communities build resilience. Juma Majanga reports from Baringo, Kenya.
May 06, 2024
Nairobi residents decry Chinese high-rise construction

Some residents of Nairobi’s suburbs are up in arms over what they say is illegal construction of high-rise buildings in their neighborhoods, mainly by Chinese developers. Juma Majanga reports from Nairobi. Camera and video editing by Amos Wangwa.

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