I was in Berlin in late November 2025 for the German Africa Prize gala, where the then 26-year-old Zimbabwean activist Namatai Kwekweza was being honoured for her bold work defending democracy and youth rights back home. But before the ceremony, I sat down with her to trace the beginning, the girl she once was, long...
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How a German EdTech Idea Blossomed in Kenya’s Classrooms- Podcast
Kenya is becoming the proving ground for one of the world’s boldest education experiments. I this episode of The Africana Voice podcast, host Steve Mokaya explores how EIDU, born in Berlin and tested in Nairobi, is showing how technology can equalize classrooms, empower teachers and accelerate learning. Don’t miss it. Stream the episode and follow...
The Vampire Spider That Hunts Malaria
Spiders might give you the creeps, but what if I told you they could help fight malaria? Meet Grace Kioko, an arachnologist who’s spent years studying Kenya’s fascinating eight-legged creatures; including the vampire spider, a tiny but deadly predator… to mosquitoes. Yep, this smart little spider specifically hunts malaria-carrying mosquitoes.
In this episode, Grace takes us on a wild ride into the hidden world of spiders; from their role as nature’s pest control to how their silk and venom could change medicine as we know it. We’ll bust some myths, talk about why these misunderstood creatures deserve more love, and even explore how bugs can help solve crimes!
Join me, Steve Mokaya, as we crawl through the untold stories of Kenya’s spiders, and why they might just be the unexpected heroes we need.
Wamuchomba’s Sharp Critique of The Ruto Administration
Tune in to catch a glimpse of Githunguri Constituency MP, Gathoni Wamuchomba's thoughts about the government of Kenya, under the leadership of President William Ruto. Wamuchomba delivers an analogy between Ruto's presidency and the fleeting life of a bee, predicting the downfall of Ruto's regime. In a candid discussion with host Steve Mokaya, Wamuchomba highlights the growing climate of fear and resurgence of the abductions and extrajudicial killings that Ruto once condemned. Among other issues, she dissects the future of Mt Kenya politics in the Kenyan political landscape, women empowerment and femicide, and the state of the economy and democracy. It is a plethora of issues that you don't want to miss. Voila!
