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Celebrating African Statistics Day: Empowering Africa through Data for Sustainable Growth

As we observe this African Statistics Day, the Center reflects on the transformative role of data in shaping Africa’s future. It’s a day to honor

Advancing Inclusive Sexuality Education for Adolescents with Intellectual Disabilities in Kenya

Adolescents with intellectual disabilities in Kenya face significant challenges in accessing comprehensive and supportive sexuality education. For many, discussions about sexuality and relationships are overshadowed

Advancing Gender Equality in Kenyan Education – Key Findings from the 2023 Gender Mainstreaming Study

In pursuing gender equality, the education sector plays a critical role in shaping the future of a nation. In line with its commitment to the

Weight of the World: Cities, Youth, Climate Change

By Ivy Chumo, Isabel Radoli, Blessing Mberu, and Caroline Kabaria As bustling centers of human activity, cities are increasingly affected by climate change, facing challenges

Beyond the Desk: Christopher Maero

What’s your favorite way to unwind after a long day? What have you learned from it? As a priority and as a dad to three

Politics of Policy Making in Kenya

In Kenya, a complex interplay of socioeconomic and political factors has shaped policymaking processes over the years. While research is vital in driving national development,

Christine Ger: A Ball of Energy, Fitness Enthusiast and Social Butterfly

Tell us a bit about yourself. Growing up as the third child in a family of four, I have always been the talker. I was

My Journey of Learning and Growth at the Center

After graduating in 2022, I hoped to secure my dream job, but that opportunity didn’t immediately materialize. To support myself, I took on various unrelated

Why Does Kenya Need Food Environment Policies?

Kenya is facing an increasing burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) due to unhealthy food choices. In Kenya, about four out of ten people die from

“I am not comfortable giving my blood”: Unpacking refusal to participate in serological research studies

Research is essential in improving health outcomes and discovering new ways to treat and prevent various diseases. In serological research studies, we collect and analyze

Shaping tomorrow: Empowering girls and young women to transform communities

On September 16, 2024, 177,434 candidates who took their Malawi School Certificate Education (MSCE) eagerly waited to know how much fruit their four-year labor had

Remote work and maternal mental health: Successes, challenges, and the future

  “When a flower doesn’t bloom, you fix the environment in which it grows, not the flower.” ~Alexander Den Heijer It is 6.30 am when