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Mental health challenges are increasingly prevalent worldwide, with approximately 50% of disorders emerging before the age of 14 and 75% developing before age 25 (Nature). Adolescents in Sub-Saharan Africa are particularly at risk, with 14.3% of children facing serious psychological difficulties (PLOS). Unfortunately, mental health literacy is low across the continent, and stigma remains a significant barrier, preventing many from seeking help. Early […]

As World Tourism Day approaches on September 27, Kenyan TikTok creators are using the platform to promote local tourism. This year’s theme, “Tourism and Peace,” aligns with their mission to showcase Kenya’s diverse beauty while fostering appreciation through content and offering fresh perspectives on travel across the country.  TikTok is impacting Kenya’s tourism industry by […]

In a challenging economic landscape where a recent survey by credit firm Tala highlights that two-thirds of permanently employed Kenyans have turned to side hustles, street food vendors are carving out a vital niche for themselves. Leveraging TikTok, these entrepreneurs are not merely selling food; they’re sparking a digital revolution with local dishes like smocha – a […]

The Kenyan TikTok community is abuzz with joy as Koin Kores, a popular Maasai TikToker, has made his return to the platform.  Koin had been missing since July after an emotional confession where he was seen crying and pleading for financial assistance to seek medical help.  In a video, he was reportedly outside Aga Khan […]

TikTok is taking major steps to boost safety on its platform across Sub-Saharan Africa with the launch of its inaugural Safety Advisory Council and the expansion of its #SaferTogether community education campaign. By partnering with key stakeholders, including policymakers, members from academia, NGOs, and community leaders, TikTok aims to foster a collaborative approach to ensuring […]

Building on its commitment to fostering a global community passionate about using #TikTokforGood, TikTok has officially launched the TikTok Change Makers Program. This program marks the platform’s first-ever global social impact creator elevation initiative, spotlighting creators and non-profits who drive meaningful change in their communities through TikTok. It aims to showcase the diverse voices and strength […]

Neno evangelism Pastor James Ng’ang’a revealed why he quit TikTok Ng’ang’a expressed his decision to quit TikTok due to how some users are disrespectfully violating that platform. “I left Tiktok after seeing the rubbish from these creatures.”  Pastor Ng’ang’a said.  He also weighed in on a video of Kanyari receiving condoms from a female fan. […]

TikTok LIVE will start rolling out new LIVE Monetization Guidelines and educational initiatives to further foster positive, authentic and joyful LIVE communities. The guidelines lay out how some content—including inauthentic or low-quality content—is not eligible to earn money on TikTok LIVE. While most creators already follow these rules, those who violate them will be notified […]

Pastor Victor Kanyari has finally met a woman he recognised from TikTok. The cleric spotted the woman during a recent church service at Salvation Healing Ministry and left him visibly excited. In a video shared by Shifu TV, Pastor Kanyari enthusiastically invited the woman to come forward, greeting her with a beaming smile, “Mama, you […]

Tanzanian singer TID is in Kenya amid a lot of excitement for his audios that are going viral on TikTok. The Bongo singer addressed journalists and bloggers at Quiver Lounge where he spoke on a multitude of issues. The Bongo flavour musician will be in Kenya for two weeks. When he was asked what his […]


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