Sharon Njeru
6 Articles
Why youths avoid HIV testing and crucial role of sex education
Fear is a powerful force that often keeps the youth from taking the vital step of HIV testing.According to the World Health Organization (WHO), it is estimated that only 75% of people living with HIV know their HIV status.
Entangling the “web” of social media among the youth.
Unproductive use of social media has led to many of the youth being idle and also led some to want to fit in modern society.
Breaking taboos: Unravelling African parents' struggle with reproductive health education
The lack of knowledge can also perpetuate harmful gender norms.
Dorothy Wanja: Late bloomer with goalkeeping ambitions
So much focus is now put on performance, meaning athletes that have passed the ‘sweet spot’ age can hardly cope at the top level where physical, technical and strategic abilities are demandedIn most sports, this age sweet spot falls in the mid-20’s to early 30’s. It means late bloomers will continue...
Misuse of Postinor-2 among Kenyan youth is alarming
According to the Kenya Demographic and Health survey, among sexually active unmarried women aged 15–49, 70% use a contraceptive method and 59% of these women use a modern method.
Books, brilliance and business: How young entrepreneur is harnessing the power of social media
WhatsApp, a widely used messaging app, has proven to be an effective tool for Marion too, due to its feature – the ability to send direct messages to customers, hence easening communication between the buyer and seller