How?

So Yesterday am on a Matatu from Ruaka heading to the CBD, Around village market this Muzungu guy backpacker type enters the matatu, He hands over a 1000 to the matatu conductor, the conductor sees it as an opportunity to fleece him!

Starts kuji fanya hana change! The Muzungu is like come on! take Shs 50 give me back my change! It goes on.. as we reach Ngara still pretends he has no change! Muzungu is like come on! give me back something then!

All the while everyone is silent, finally i have heard enough! i propose to pay for him via Mpesa, conductor is like 'wacha kihehere!' i check my backpack & i find some coins i hand them over to the Muzungu, finally the conductor has to give back the Guys Money.

Why are we like this? We third world people? No wonder someone said we have no third world countries just third world people! - Am sure the same could have happened in any third world shit hole! This guy is here to explore our country & all we do is take the slightest opportunity to con / fleece them.

We have a long way to go as a people.

A lot of kenyans have little understanding of the coastal towns of Kenya, only seeing them as slow tourist towns for leisure.

That is barely scratching the surface.

For example, do you know that Mombasa existed at the same time as the aztec empire. When Hernan cortes led the spanish conquest against the aztecs, their Portuguese cousins were laying siege to Mombasa in the early 1500s. They succeeded in 1529.

The main point of discussion today is not Mombasa or any of the swahili city states. It's about a civilisation that predates Lamu, Mombasa, Zanzibar, et al.

This is the story of Rhapta.

It flourished roughly between 100 BCE and 400 CE, serving as a terminal connecting sub-Saharan Africa to the Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and Indian networks. It mysteriously vanished from historical records after the 4th century, it is frequently called Africa's "Atlantis" or "The Lost City of the Indian Ocean."

Evidence of the City was found in preserved greco-roman documents such as The Periplus of the Erythraean Sea, which described Rhapta as the "last emporium of Azania" (the ancient name for the East African coast). Another document, Ptolemy’s Geographia, describes Rhapta as a thriving metropolis.

Around 400–500 CE, Rhapta abruptly vanished.

Marine evidence suggests that a sudden seismic event/tsunami caused the city to sink entirely beneath the Indian Ocean, never to be seen again.

As kenyans, we know so much about other people's stories and know so little about our own. It's time to build interest into our own stories, which are just as rich and interesting.

Why tf do people litter?It's such bad behavior, especially in a public place.

Someone will just open their window and throw out chupa or plastic onto the road.Alafu the street looks really bad.Honestly, littering should invite a 20k shilling penalty.It says so much about you,like a lack of civic responsibility,and general disrespect for nature and surroundings.

Kenyans,do better, especially the filthy ones in Pipeline,Mukuru and some sides of CBD.(If you're littering in CBD especially,SHAME)

These people really don't care. They'll never respect your space, they'll litter anywhere, they'll build vibandas over drainages and block them with their waste. They'll set their carts on the road! They block roads with their stands without caring whether vehicles will pass. Calling with loudspeaker in public. Coughing aimlessly.

If you dare point it out, you get insulted. If you point out insecurity or bad roads in your hood, "Si uhame?" If you point out the rowdiness of Matatus, "Nunua gari yako." What? Are these who put Ruto in his Office?

We can't progress as a nation if it's us who are the problem instead of the policy makers.

mbona gari useme ni 100 bob alafu mtu akishaingia unalipisha 100bob alafu mwingine anapita round 2 after a while akicollect an extra 50 bob

Leo nimejifanya mang'aa wakasema watanirape na nitarombosea kila mtu kwa gari mpaka itoshee hio 50bob

Tbh, si ati I couldn't pay the 50 bob nivenye ata wewe, mtu akikuongelesha hivyo utatoa kweli?

Alafu the worst part is, watu wanakubali kulipa tu

Long story short nililipa lakini SITAWAHI jipata kwa nganya tena ata sijui mbona nimejipata leo🤦🏿‍♀️

Nairobi County has approved the implementation framework for Phase I of the Nairobi Metropolitan Mass Rapid Transit System (NMRTS).

Likely in the moderate range of KSh 70–120 billion (US$540–930 million) If it takes 2 years for detailed engineering, environmental approvals, financing, procurement, and contractor selection then construction could begin 2028 – 2033. Opening in 2034. Phase 2 - 2033–2038.

Phase 1 (6–7 km) Nairobi Railway City, CBD, City Stadium, Makadara, Donholm

Phase 2 (10–15 km) CBD, Westlands, Parklands, Kangemi.

Metro agencies do not rely on fares but also on transit-oriented development (TOD) - capturing value from land and real estate around stations. Rails like Hong Kong's MTR, Tokyo's private railways, and several Chinese metro systems.

With Nairobi metropolitan projected to become a megacity by 2050, this metro rail plan is a crucial project that needs to be implemented to avoid congestion and housing collapse.

Hi guys If any one happened to come across this oerson or have seen him kindly call the thenumber on the poster.
He was last seen on Saturday evening at around 11-12 am outside pregame westlands. He had a grey pullneck, grey rugged jeans and grey shoes.
Thank you.

Sometimes I think we are to blame for electing him

Been job hunting and a week ago I applied for a mid-level designer role in a certain company in Europe. On my portfolio I've not indicated where I come from, you cant find any info on things like country etc. just name and brief bio and the rest. On Resume it's just email and linkedin link. All my previous roles have been remote. So I got an interview invite I confirmed availability but a small issue happened, recruiter wanted to know where I'm currently based and timezone, and I said let me be open. Booom! ghosted. I sent a couple of other follow up emails asking if there is any update on the interview but its all silence to date. I expected even a explanation or anything. I think I just know the answer. Have you guys gone through such? How do you apply international roles

I’m a Somali ex-Muslim girl, and recently I attended a Christian burial for a friend’s mom. It was my first time, and I genuinely admired how they honor the person who has passed away.

The tribute part touched me the most. Her husband spoke about how they met, how he proposed, and all the little things he loved about her. Their children and other family members also shared beautiful memories. It was heartbreaking, but also so beautiful.
It made me realize how psychologically important it is.

Being able to speak about your loved one, express your emotions, and celebrate who they were can really help with the healing process. It gives people a chance to grieve together.

It also made me compare it to Muslim burials. I’ve never liked how quickly everything happens. I lost a friend last month she passed away at night, and by the time I arrived the next morning, she had already been buried sasa wtf is that? Mimi hii kitu doesnt even make sense to me coz i dont believe in this religion since i was 18 and now 28. I know their what the religion teaches, but it doesn’t give you much time to process what has happened. For me, it made the loss even harder to accept and sums up why when i lost my mom two years ago, she was buried before i saw her coz i was travelling that why ata healing imekuwa hard tu. I hated this religion more ata after this.
Personally, I’d want my loved ones to have a burial where family and friends get the chance to speak from the heart, share tributes, and remember who they were. I think that’s a beautiful way to honor someone’s life.

PS: I dont belong to any Abrahamic religion.

One can't imagine this is the same Mbadi that was against the government and 'fighting' for the people a few years ago.

Fertilizer Scandal

Oil G to G scandal

Edible Oil Scandal

SHA Scandal

This man just said University and college School fees will be free for incoming first years this September. He also introduced the new funding model which makes me pay 100k per year, but coz elections are near he decides to give us hope, what do you think?

Do you guys find it weird when people act like their personal taste should be the standard for anything? If its music, movies, phones, food, fashion, or just anything, some people can’t just say, they don’t like it, Instead, it’s always, “It’s trash,” “Anyone who likes that has bad taste,” someone commented on a movie post today that watching it is like dragging your balls on glass… bro!

People struggle to separate preference from quality. Not liking something doesn’t automatically make it bad, and liking something popular doesn’t make your opinion superior either. Having different tastes haifai kukua competition, its just… having different tastes?

If you love anime, and I don’t like anime, that doesn’t make my taste bad. If I like local Luo music, and you love Kendrick Lamar, the fact that the musician I love isn’t recognized globally doesn’t make his music trash.
People are different!

Hi everyone.

I honestly don't know how to write this without breaking down. I have been laid off for almost 5 months. I have 6 years of experience in sales and customer service, but no matter how many CVs I send, I keep hitting a wall.

At home, things are dire. My younger sibling suffers from severe seizures, and my parents are financially drained from paying for her medication and therapy. There is nothing left to borrow. I have accumulated debt just trying to survive, and now the collectors are calling daily.

I am not going to lie, I feel like I am at my breaking point. The only thing keeping me here is knowing that if I give up, my parents will lose a daughter and my sibling will lose a sister. I can't do that to them.

But I am so, so tired.

I am not asking for money. I am begging for a chance.

· I am based in Nairobi.

· I am available to start tomorrow.

· I can do: Retail sales, telesales, field sales, customer service, or even commission-only work. I just need a door to open.

If you are a hiring manager, or you know someone who needs a reliable salesperson, please DM me. I will send my CV immediately and show up for an interview anytime, anywhere in Nairobi.

To the mods: I am not in immediate danger of harming myself, but I am struggling. Please leave this up so I can get help.

Thank you for reading. Even an upvote or sharing this with one person could change my life today.

PS: I am safe right now. I am not suicidal. I am just exhausted and asking my community for a lifeline. You might find me having reposted this on many kenyan communites, I'm just reaching out for help and assistance.

I’ve been thinking about the way society talks about single mothers.

Sorry, it's a long post.

I once had a friend who was very against dating single mothers. He would always say he could never be with a woman who already had a child. He had very strong opinions about it.

Fast forward years later, he got married, had two children with his wife, and now their relationship has ended. The woman is still young, but she is now a single mother.

And it made me wonder: what happens when life changes the situation you judged so harshly?

Many single mothers did not start out as single mothers. They had partners. They had relationships. They had hopes and plans. Some were left by the fathers of their children, some went through divorce, some lost partners, and some simply found themselves in relationships that did not work out.

I’ve also noticed many comments on here where people ask, “Why be with a single mother in the first place?” as if having a child makes someone less deserving of love, respect, or a second chance.

But why is the stigma mostly placed on women? Why do we often question the woman’s past, but rarely ask where the fathers are and why they are not being held to the same standards?

Why are there so many conversations about avoiding single mothers, but not enough conversations about men taking responsibility for the children they helped bring into the world?

Yes, everyone has the right to choose who they date. Dating someone with children can come with unique responsibilities and challenges, and people should be honest about what they are ready for. But a child does not erase a person’s worth.

A single mother is still a person with dreams, values, love to give, and a life beyond motherhood.

Life can humble anyone. The person you judge today could be the person you become tomorrow. Maybe we should show more compassion and less judgment, because none of us know what circumstances life may bring.

I honestly hesitated to post this because I’ve seen how many young people are currently looking for work, and it really speaks to the times we’re in. But this morning I listened to a sermon by Joshua Selman and one line stayed with me: no one will beat you for trying. So here I am.

A little context. I’m a mum of one, I’ve been unwell for a while, and recently my house help retired so I had to look for someone new. I reached out within my church community and got several referrals, but only one person was available. She came through, and from the moment we met, she stood out. Very soft spoken, respectful, and carries herself with so much grace.

As we talked, I learned she holds a Diploma in Airport Operations. It really struck me, and I felt I shouldn’t just keep that information to myself. If anyone here has an opportunity, connection, or lead within that field or related spaces, I would truly appreciate you considering her.

I strongly believe we’re called to live lives that impact others, not just ourselves. Sometimes it’s not about helping friends or family, but simply stepping in because you can. On my end, life hasn’t been easy either. Business hasn’t been great, and medical expenses have been heavy. I currently run errands and small gigs, after I couldn’t find a job in my field!😁 ( but truthfully I suck at 8-5 jobs and prefer remote or hybrid jobs, so I settled on struggling with my own thing) so if you need someone reliable and diligent in my fields, I’m available too. Let’s all try and get me out of Fuliza together 😅 and able to pay Rose while she's with me.

NB: I understand the responsibility that comes with recommending someone, as your reputation is at stake too and I don’t take it lightly. I just hope this reaches the right person who can open a door. And I promise we'll not disappoint

Also, kindly, if you do reach out, let’s keep it respectful. No inappropriate requests or expectations. Let’s maintain decorum.

Thank you 🤍

Edit: I have decided to put my phone away from anxiety of posting this. I'll come back later, too nervous to stay engage. 🥹

This will be premiering on July 31st. I think the Kenyan film industry has been taking big strides over the last couple of years.

Edit; The film is called Anams wake
tickets

Now. Few times I know how it shows, is leg shaking... You can see it from across the room. But usually the person doesn't.

So, I'm at ocha. New local. This guy's leg is going mad, and it's getting madder. Reminded me of campus. I had a girl whose anxiety expressed itself in leg shaking. So the moment we out and it started I'd hold her thigh under the table and smile at her. Pause. 30 seconds later. Again... Same. Again... You get the gist. But soon we were back to us. Just blocked out external stimuli.

But I loved being the regulator. Bring her back to reality. Coz I could see her getting better. Soon they reduced.

I'm praying this guy gets someone who understands, coz I'm not touching his thigh.

All love. Ciao.

For decades, Kenyan politics has often felt like a choice between the lesser of two evils. Many voters end up supporting the candidate they think can win rather than the one they genuinely believe would make the best president.

With Edwin Sifuna, I see something different. He comes across as someone who wears his convictions openly. He belongs to a generation that desperately wants to move beyond a painful past and embrace the possibilities of the future.

The common response is, "He can't win." But isn't that a self-fulfilling prophecy? If everyone who believes in a candidate abandons them because they assume others won't vote for them, then, of course, they never will.

Perhaps the real question isn't whether Sifuna can win. It's whether Kenyans are finally ready to vote for the person they believe is best instead of the person they think everyone else will choose.

There is a popular belief among some leaders that developing countries can bypass traditional manufacturing and jump straight into tech, finance, or service-based economies, but history proves otherwise.

No major economy has ever escaped mass poverty without industrial growth. Looking at East Asia, nations like South Korea and China lifted hundreds of millions into the middle class not through call centers or apps, but by opening factories that provided reliable, accessible jobs for everyday workers. Manufacturing remains the single most reliable engine for absorbing the millions of young people entering the African labor market each year.

Yet, many African policymakers still fail to factor this into their long-term planning. Across much of the continent, manufacturing accounts for a surprisingly small percentage of GDP, while energy production remains far too low to power heavy industrial grids. Instead of fixing these core structural bottlenecks, there is widespread reliance on the idea that services or raw material exports can drive sustainable growth.

Processing local resources internally,turning cocoa into chocolate or unrefined minerals into finished goods, keeps high-value profits and jobs at home, while formal factories create a dependable tax base for public infrastructure without relying on foreign debt. Tech and tourism are helpful, but building lasting prosperity still requires physically making things. Oil, gold, lithium, and other extractive minerals will also not develop the economy

Do you think they have a future? or are they treading light waters?

The main thing that made it attractive to people in the start has changed.

1. It was about spare rooms in the house, not an investment. That made it affordable. Now people are investing with the purpose of making huge profits.

2. Service - Some used to get breakfast. Now unlike hotels, guests have to even do cleanups including laundry. Kinda makes hotels appealing again.

3. Safety - Now people are getting more and more cautious of recording cameras, and deaths in others.

4. Purpose - The company thought they'd be for temporary stays, now they are synonymous with hookups.

I was watching a property manager complain about how she ditched managing the business coz of the high investment from hosts and low demand from users. Apparently demand is still good, but there is market saturation, hence competition that makes even getting 50% occupancy rate a problem.

Being one's spare room at home made the operation cheap. But now people buy units, furnish, pay cleaners, pay for ads, pay managers, etc. Eating away at margins. Do you think the company has a future? or will people end up in hotels?

Is uber going in the same direction?

My skin has no issues, but earlier this year I noticed some tiny dark spots on the left and right sides of my nose. I have been dismissing them, thinking maybe it's the still-forming side beards, but they're far away from that area. Should I be worried? What causes them, and most importantly, how do I eliminate them?