How far would you walk for water?For 12-year-old Nasra, it’s about 50 kilometres (30 miles) every single day. It’s a journey she makes every morning with other girls from her village who also share the burden of collecting water for their households. By the time she returns home, she’s either late for school or too tired and hungry to go.…

4 August 2021, marks a year since a devastating explosion ripped through the port of Beirut. The blast killed 200 people, injured more than 6,500 and changed the lives of hundreds of thousands. A year on, amidst a growing national economic crisis, the situation facing girls and young women in Lebanon remains precarious.…

Ten-year-old Rebecca and Saraha were born just as their country was celebrating its independence. The creation of the world’s youngest nation on 9 July 2011 after decades of unrest was marked with joyful festivity – it was a historic moment and the world hoped that this new nation would finally know peace, freedom, social justice and democracy.We s…

The theme this year was supposed to be ‘Access to a Child-Friendly Justice System in Africa’ but I feel we cannot talk about the International Day of the African Child and not express concerns about the impact of the pandemic on Africa’s children. How the pandemic is undoing decades of progress in child rights in the continent and putting millions …

Being kind to your mind doesn’t end with mental health awareness month…be kind to yourself all the time…everyday…remember, you cannot give what you don’t have…you cannot pour from an empty cup…you need to be kind to you first …if you want to be kind to others…Von Evelyn Wambui

Sister Gladys has for over 40 years lived by the mantra …helping where nobody is helping…the thing about helping though…and a fact she has painfully realised is that you cannot help everyone…NOTESavelberg technical training college is a private vocational training center located at Muringa road in Nairobi County, Kenya.The institution is registered…

2 men walk into a female changing room when a mother and her 7 year old daughter are changing…and what happens next places into perspective both what motherhood looks like…and the things that cannot be compromised …no matter how innocent they may appear…Von Evelyn Wambui

For the entire month of August, we have been listening to stories of women humanitarians talking about their experiences, challenges and lessons…and today is no different….Anne is talking to us about her journey as a humanitarian worker…I’m hoping that through her story we are able to laugh at if not admire her brazen attitude and all round collect…

Eman Mazloum is an engineer who was forced to flee her home in Syria after the civil war broke out. She arrived in Egypt a refugee with nothing but her husband and 5 children but refused to let that be her fate. Now she is one of the facilitators at the Syrian camps in Egypt providing support to children and women affected by the war.For the entire…

I am so happy and humbled to welcome you to this special series that will feature unsung heroes who have long been on the front lines either in their own communities or in far away lands, in some of the most difficult terrains ravaged by either war or food insecurity…. #WomenHumanitariansWe will hear their stories of resilience, connections, those …

What does it mean to feel alive?…and no, we are not talking about ‘living’ - going through the everyday motions - but actually ‘feeling ALIVE’. Well, a group of filmmakers have decided to travel the world in search of ‘Aliveness’. Have they found it? Listen in!Von Evelyn Wambui

In this fast paced world, a lot of us are forgetting to take a moment to take care of themselves. Outside hectic work schedules and challenges in the home front, are you getting a life? Are you happy?Von Evelyn Wambui

So June 16th was both the International day of the African Child and father’s day….2 days I want to reference in todays episode as I document my experience covering tropical cyclone idai…honestly one of the worst tropical cyclones on record to affect Africa and the Southern Hemisphere.having caused catastrophic damage in Mozambique, Zimbabwe, and M…

Are we checking up on our friends? In this episode we speak to Fatima Haase about how, despite work and travel, she is able to keep her connections with friends and reflect on how issues as depression can affect our friends right under our noses. Enjoy! And let me know what you think!Von Evelyn Wambui

We wrap up #WomensHistoryMonth with a conversation that is a reality for many people...what if you can't have it all? A successful career and a happy family? What if you are backed into a corner and have to choose? Diana tells us about her choice and how she is better for having made it.Von Evelyn Wambui

In this episode, we hear the story of 12 elderly mothers of Kenyan political prisoners who stripped demanding the release of their sons... and proceeded to protest for 11 straight months despite pushback from Government until their sons, imprisoned for their political beliefs, were released. Part of Women's History Month stories to help us honour t…

Today’s podcast is me colouring outside the lines…it’s a very interesting conversation I had with my colleagues at the office that sought to question status quo and discuss why there's continued gender inequality in the workplace. Mid through I thought how interesting this conversation would be to share and rushed for my recorder...the rest as they…

If saving and investment are part of your resolutions this year, then this is for you! Welcome to Finance Management 101Von Evelyn Wambui

Kenyan veteran journalist and friend Anne Mawathe talks candidly about the pain on her back - tumor, cancer scare, taking a sabbatical, managing pain and the lessons learnt in this 7 year journey.Von Evelyn Wambui

Nicole Nyakong was born in Kenya as a refugee. It took her 19 years before she could go to her home in South Sudan. She talks to Evelyn Wambui about the first time she stepped foot in Juba and why after a while she packed up her bags and returned to Kenya.Von Evelyn Wambui

Christine stood by the side of the road holding her 3 month old baby and looking down at her drunken husband...passed out at the side of the road. The comments from bystanders crashing her already broken heart. Why did she subject herself to this life at a tender age of 15? There was no way out for her now. Her fate was sealed. She was staring down…

Detowon Pedi (sp) from the Federation of Liberian Youth, together with others, had organised a parallel session on youth with disability as part of the #AfricanGirlsSummit2018. Less than 15 people came to participate in the discussion. When she was given the podium to present their deliberations, she quickly reminded the delegates that it can not a…

The journey of Daisy, 13 and Vivian, 16 who wanted nothing more than to see how the news was 'done'. Listen in on their #GirlTakeover journey that saw them visit the biggest media house, The BBC. Their experience and everything in between! We also talk about a new campaign by Plan International, #GirlsGetEqual and how girls across the world are cal…

Have you ever thought of having a mentor younger than you? Something to consider? Let's engage!Von Evelyn Wambui

A young man is on my mission to make his neighbourhood safe for girls, just so his sister could watch him play his favourite sport! It's all about Safe spaces for girls!Von Evelyn Wambui

A 9 year old discovers why nobody wants her. She is HIV + and her relatives want nothing to do with her after her parents pass away. She knows not the meaning of safety from then on. Sleeping on the streets, being raped and even attempting suicide 5 times. 10 years later, I talk to her about the importance of safe spaces and sit through a class of …

My guest this week fell pregnant at 28 and quickly realised she was going to raise the baby on her own. She tells the story of heartbreak, her struggle with forgiveness and how in the end, she chooses to be happy. Enjoy!Von Evelyn Wambui

My guest and I discuss the challenge that is weight loss, the stereotypes and the importance of body positivity.Von Evelyn Wambui

8 months into the year, let's talk about 8 lessons I continue to incorporate as life lessons.Von Evelyn Wambui

Chris Ngare talks to us about the fear of getting fired and how to get through it. Great lessons, enjoy!Von Evelyn Wambui

Imagine spending 4 days hiding under a bed from a war that in the end kills hundreds. Scared, with no food and worse...pregnant.Von Evelyn Wambui

In this episode we engage a woman who knows it all, on matters breastfeeding #BreastfeedingWeek #BreastfeedingMonth #AugustVon Evelyn Wambui

Divorced in her early 30's , losing her job and battling depression. It seemed bleak for Beatrice Okere, and it was. Just for a moment. Until she decided to pick herself up, dust herself off and forge forward. This episode is about strength amidst adversity. Listen, Like, Comment, Share and Subscribe!…

What are the odds that the one day your car breaks down, you find yourself being driven home by a priest!Von Evelyn Wambui

This is a reflective piece that explores the essence of positivity and the value of surrounding yourself with reinforcements that speak life, joy, encouragement and gratitude in your life. How to source for positivity from within and some of the ways I do it. Enjoy!Von Evelyn Wambui

We bake some cupcakes...and Beatrice tells us how she absconded from her day job to pursue her passion - baking. Enjoy guys!Von Evelyn Wambui

53-year-old Beatrice Muteru takes me back 30 years...to a time when a doctor told her she may never heal from Liver cirrhosis...and never have children again...but she refused to stop fighting! There are sweet stories herein as well...because, well, Beatrice is a veteran baker...Multiple award winner!!! But this is just a preamble to next weeks epi…

A colleague tells me about his quest for love...and other stories over lunch.The audio quality isn't as great seeing that I just removed my phone and pressed record before the story could escape me. The story though is well worth it. Enjoy!Von Evelyn Wambui

Back when I was a journalist, a young lady called the newsroom claiming a man who she recently met stole her 3-week-old baby girl.2 years later, I re-tell her story highlighting her strength to move on...and her resolve that she will see her baby again.You can watch the story here https://youtu.be/eNze8P_7y4A…

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