TOURISM AND FOOD

PARENTING     OPINION: Toxic parents hurt children           By ; Emmanuel Kiptoo Why are our parents so toxic? What do they gain from calling their children names and shaming them for making independent choices? Through the reels on TikTok, Facebook and Twitter, I came across posts that perfectly captured the strained relationships many young adults, especially women, have issues with their parents when it comes to moving out. For parents, a daughter moving out is often equated with irresponsibility, immorality or rebellion. Instead of taking it as an ideal reason or step towards adulthood, parents assume the worst. It is deeply frustrating how African parents impose their own insecurities and past regrets onto their children. Maybe they regret their own choices from when they were younger. Having open discussions about personal growth and responsibility , they assume that we will repeat the worst patterns.It is exhausting to be constantly doubte...

 SOFTWARE’S ROLE IN DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION               By Emmanuel Kiptoo Technology is ever evolving and with it the digital landscape. Transformation forms a crucial part of an organisation’s strength against competition.  Kenya has opportunities in digital innovation , thanks to digital transformation. Software applications, like mobile apps or websites , allows businesses to interact with customers more effectively. Digital transformation is expected to contribute $1.7 trillion (Sh219 trillion) to the global economy by 2027. Also , customers engage through digital channels. Social media management tools and digital marketing software all fall under this.  Digital transformation involves leveraging digital technologies to alter business operation , enhance customer value and gives a culture of agility and innovation. In research cause Huawei launched the AppCube Hackathon aiming to spark innovation and build big using code. Without...

 Breaking the Cycle: How African Parenting Styles Contribute to Emotional and Psychological Trauma. By EMMANUEL KIPTOO Parenting styles vary globally, shaped by cultural, historical, and social expectations. Traditional African households, like other conservative societies, often emphasize respect for elders, discipline, and a strong sense of community. While these values build resilience and social bonds, they can also contribute to cycles of emotional and psychological challenges for children. The contrast between traditional African parenting and modern, Western parenting, which increasingly prioritizes emotional awareness, presents unique issues for Gen Z Africans who wish to reconcile these influences. African parenting styles often involve a hierarchical family structure, with an expectation of strict obedience. Discipline in many African families is rigorous, with physical punishment and firm reprimands common to enforce behavioral standards. Individuality and questioning au...

Are Our High School Graduates Ready for the Harsh Realities Beyond the School Gates?  By EMMANUEL KIPTOO    The excitement that marks the conclusion of the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examinations is palpable across the country.    Students celebrate in varied, often dramatic, ways, from tearing up or burning their uniforms to hosting lavish parties. While such celebrations signify the end of an intense academic phase, they raise an important question: are these students prepared for the challenges that await them in the real world, particularly in Kenya’s current economic climate? For most of these students, life after high school represents freedom.     No more early morning preps, uniforms, or endless examinations. However, the romanticized notion of freedom soon meets the cold reality of adulthood. Kenya's economic situation, marked by high unemployment rates, soaring living costs, and stiff competition for limited opportun...