• Yego: It was a very tough competition... The best ever in my career
    Aug 9 2024

    Julius Yego finished 5th at the Javelin finals with a season's best of 87.72m. He talks to sports journalist Elias Makori about his experience

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    3 mins
  • Letsile Tebogo: Winning a medal is not a dream come true
    Aug 9 2024

    In this episode, we delve into the extraordinary journey of Letsile Tebogo, a world-class sprinter whose perspective on winning challenges conventional beliefs. Discover why, for Tebogo, the true reward lies beyond the medal podium. Join us as we explore his motivations, struggles, and the deeper meaning he finds in his athletic pursuits. This conversation will redefine what it means to achieve greatness in sports. Tune in for an inspiring narrative that goes beyond the surface of victory.

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    2 mins
  • Ageing in poverty
    Jul 10 2024

    Article 57 of the Kenyan Constitution commands the State and the family to offer older persons in the society reasonable care and assistance. As per the Constitution older women and men are those who have attained the age of 60.

    But how has the State and Kenyan families played this role?

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    11 mins
  • Tackling the Silent Epidemic: Non-Communicable Diseases
    May 22 2024

    According to experts, Africa is staring at a rather scary future as non-communicable diseases NCDs are set to become the leading cause of mortality by 2030.

    In this insightful episode, we delve deep into the realm of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), often referred to as "lifestyle diseases" or "silent killers." From heart disease to diabetes, cancer to chronic respiratory diseases, NCDs are a global health crisis silently affecting millions worldwide. Join us as we uncover the root causes, risk factors, and the profound impact of NCDs on individuals, families, and healthcare systems.

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    15 mins
  • Beating the Odds: Understanding Congenital Heart Disease
    May 21 2024

    In this enlightening episode, we delve into the intricate world of congenital heart disease. Pauline Ongaji hosts Ruth Ngwaro, a person who has lived with congenital heart disease as she explores the complexities, challenges, and triumphs faced by individuals born with CHD according to her own personal experiences. From understanding the various types and severity of congenital heart disease to discussing advancements in diagnosis and treatment.

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    22 mins
  • How EA breathes new life into domestic violence survivors
    Apr 24 2024

    Although Africa is carrying the heaviest burden of domestic violence, countries in the Eastern Africa region are making progress in tackling the violence against men and women. Nine out of 19 global countries with the highest burden of domestic violence experienced by women are in the African continent. In this episode, we explore the achievements Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania have made in addressing domestic violence.

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    27 mins
  • Compassion fatigue: My mum, my brother, my pain
    Mar 13 2024

    On this episode of 12 minutes, we take a look at compassion fatigue and get to understand what it takes to care of someone with a chronic illness.

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    12 mins
  • Which Doctor?
    Mar 6 2024

    What would you do if you found out that your wife, not only had an affair, but she got pregnant out of it, procured an unsafe abortion, and in the process lost her womb, and now you two cannot have children together?

    In this episode, Pauline Ongaji speaks to Julius Omungala, a 54-year-old businessman from Eshikomere village in Kakamega County and his wife Monica as they recount how things unfolded and the emotional and psychological implications that it had on them.


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    16 mins