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In this special episode, we discuss the importance of providing equal opportunities to young women in the STEM field in Kenya. We also highlight how building communities in this field has supported young women in their STEM careers. Our rallying call to everyone in the STEM space is simple - Make STEM more inclusive for all!


#IWD2023 #EmbraceEquity

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Many young women in Kenya are unlikely to identify as feminists, even if they are. The community ostracizes women who are feminists and wrongly labels them as women who hate men.  There is a lack of understanding of feminism and the gains it presents to the community. 

Join our host and guests on this episode of Chini Ya Mbuyu as they debunk the myths about feminism in Kenya and share the wins of the feminist movement.

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Romantic relationships do not always end well. Young women navigate love and loss in diverse ways. The cases of intimate partner violence, low self-esteem, and post-traumatic stress disorder that are a result of unhealthy romantic relationships are high among young people. 

In this episode, the host and guest get vulnerable about their breakup stories, the coping mechanisms that they used, and the path to growing healthy relationships. 

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The recently released 2022 K.C.S.E results reveal that only 19.03% of the candidates qualify for university placement. The majority of those that sit the exam do not make it to university. The higher education system needs to be funded more and reduce the opportunities for young women to upskill and get into the workforce. 

This episode is a debate on whether or not the university should be the end all be all. The guests and host share their university experiences and what they would have done differently. Tune in to join the conversation and share your insights on the state of higher education in Kenya. 

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Bodily autonomy allows women to own their bodies and make decisions that benefit them. However, most African girls and young women are denied access to SRHR by the patriarchal systems that shame them from owning their rights. 

How can we tackle patriarchal systems that shame girls for being themselves? Tune in on our latest Chini Ya Mbuyu episode and join the conversation.

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As young African women, the taboos on sex and sexuality hold us back from truly expressing ourselves and from sexual freedom. In ‘The Sex Lives of African Women’, @dfordarkoa tells riveting and taboo-shattering stories on three themes: self-discovery, freedom, and healing.

Join our host and guest as they review the book and share their insights on sexual freedom and bodily autonomy.

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Over the years, young women continue to experience sexual harassment within their workspaces and power dynamics have adversely contributed to limiting their chances to speak up! On this episode of Chini Ya Mbuyu, our guests share their experiences with #SRGBV within their workspaces. Tune in and join the conversation now!

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“Sisterhood creates a sense of belonging and community, it offers me a space to be vulnerable without fear of being judged or silenced, and I strongly believe every girl deserves to be part of a sisterhood,” J.

Catch up on the latest episode of Chini Ya Mbuyu, where our guests open up on what it means to be part of a sisterhood.

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Self-care doesn't have to be expensive or luxurious; sometimes, it's the simple things that count, like pausing and taking a break from the world, listening to your favorite playlist, or spending time with yourself. Press play on our latest Chini Ya Mbuyu EP and join African girls as they share their favorite self-care activities.

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As a young woman, what makes you feel unsafe at your school, and how can schools and girl allies create safe spaces for you? 

Join our host and guests on this episode of Chini Ya Mbuyu as they speak out about their access to safe spaces within institutions of higher learning. 

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