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Topic: Parents

Are modern parents raising children who cannot cope?

By Jayne Rose Gacheri   2026-07-12 10:54:53

Experts are urging parents to make household chores part of children's daily routines, warning that shielding them from responsibility may leave them ill-equipped for independence and adulthood.

Parents urged to step up support for children's education

By Jackline Inyanji   2026-07-11 12:48:45

Parents in Webuye West have been urged to take a more active role in their children's education by working with teachers and supporting schools to improve academic outcomes.

Parents demand Sh36m for girl crushed to death while cycling

By Kamau Muthoni   2026-07-04 15:26:57

A lorry delivering building materials allegedly knocked down and killed Aisha.

Parents accuse St George's Girls of indecent search of students

By Mike Kihaki   2026-06-30 16:18:40

Parents at St George's Girls Senior School are demanding accountability after their daughters were allegedly subjected to invasive body searches during a security screening exercise on June 15.

Ruto calls on parents to reclaim their role in raising disciplined children

By Mike Kihaki   2026-06-28 15:30:04

DP Kindiki urges students to shun indiscipline and resolve grievances through dialogue, calls for values-based education and peaceful engagement

The hidden emotional cost of caring for ageing parents

By Jayne Rose Gacheri   2026-06-28 09:46:53

As more Kenyan parents live longer with chronic illnesses, adult children are taking on caregiving roles, balancing love, grief, financial pressures and the responsibility of their parents' dignity.