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Does sleep clear more toxins from the brain than when we’re awake? Latest research casts doubt on this theory

By Eleftheria Kodosaki There’s no doubt sleep is good for the brain. It allows different parts to regenerate and helps memories stabilise. When we don’t get enough sleep,...

Bicycles can change lives, especially in rural Africa – new report looks at their use in Ghana and Malawi

By Daniel Frey To many people around the world bicycles are a crucial means of transport, especially for carrying loads in rural areas. While their...

Hydropower damages river systems in Africa: how more solar and wind power can solve this problem

By Angelo Carlino, Andrea Castelletti and Rafael Schmitt Across the African continent, more than 300 new hydropower projects are planned to meet the growing demand for electricity. Some...

Cholera can kill you within hours if left untreated: how to recognise the symptoms and protect yourself

By Samuel Kariuki Cholera is a deadly disease caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae, associated with poor sanitation and limited access to clean water. But...

How artistic expression is being stifled in East Africa

By George W. Gathigi In today’s world, bloggers, artists, designers, techies, hacktivists, writers, musicians, and citizen journalists all use modern tools of digital technology to...

Kenya is paying a heavy human and financial cost for unsafe abortions

By Estelle Monique Sidze One of the critical targets for countries that are trying to meet the sustainable development goals is reducing the number of...

Kenya is experiencing strange weather. What’s behind it

By Jennifer Fitchett Many parts of Kenya have been experiencing torrential rainfall for a couple of months now. This has resulted in floods and landslides. The unusual weather can be attributed...

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