Kenyan musician and businesswoman Akothee has announced her permanent relocation abroad, stating she is "no longer Kenyan" and that her children have already left the country.

• The move is planned for early 2026.
• The key person involved is Akothee, the President of Single Mothers.
• She cited dissatisfaction with Kenya's current economic and social climate as the reason for her departure.

Former Machakos County First Lady Lilian Ng’ang’a is advocating for an extension of maternity leave in Kenya from the current three months to six months to better support new mothers.

• Advocates for extending maternity leave to six months.
• Key person: Lilian Ng’ang’a, former Machakos County First Lady.
• Proposal aligns with World Health Organization recommendations for exclusive breastfeeding and acknowledges the recovery period, especially after cesarean sections.

Kenyan entertainer Sandra Dacha has sparked a debate with her advice to women, urging them to be cautious about having children with men who are not fully committed. She stressed the importance of reproductive autonomy and avoiding the complications of co-parenting in uncertain relationships.

• Dacha advises women to be "stingy with their wombs" and avoid carrying a child for a "confused man."
• The advice comes from Sandra Dacha, known for her role as Silprosa in Auntie Boss.
• Her message resonates amidst a rise in single-parent households in Kenya, with statistics showing women predominantly heading these families.