Professor George Njoroge grew up in a small village in Kiambu, raised by his herbalist grandmother with no obvious path to greatness. Today he holds over 100 US patents, a first for any African, has discovered drugs that saved thousands from Hepatitis C and progeria, and has just been awarded Sh446 million to crack oesophageal cancer: a disease killing 4,400 Kenyans every year with a 99.3% fatality rate. His story is not just about one man. It is proof that Africa's scientists, given the platform, can change the world, and a promise that someday, every cancer will have an answer.
While talking to a group of men recently, we asked them why they never go for checkup early and one of them said that they were just afraid that the doctor might say that they have cancer. In this man’s experience, he did not believe that cancer is treatable at all
Therapy isn’t just for the “broken.” It’s not about getting fixed, it’s about getting free. It’s not judgment, it’s guidance. It’s not weakness, it’s courage. At Convo Africa, we’re stripping the myths and bringing real healing to your screen, no shame, no filter.
Financial anxiety can feel overwhelming, especially for young people navigating early careers and financial pressures. Through initiatives like Heartbeats and Horizons 2025, you can access tools, workshops, and a supportive community to tackle financial stress and reclaim control of your life. From practical budgeting tips to mental health support, this is your guide to overcoming financial challenges and embracing a brighter future.
Despite the incredible contributions women have made to the tech industry, there remains a pervasive belief that women are not naturally suited for careers...
Professor George Njoroge grew up in a small village in Kiambu, raised by his herbalist grandmother with no obvious path to greatness. Today he holds over 100 US patents, a first for any African, has discovered drugs that saved thousands from Hepatitis C and progeria, and has just been awarded Sh446 million to crack oesophageal cancer: a disease killing 4,400 Kenyans every year with a 99.3% fatality rate. His story is not just about one man. It is proof that Africa's scientists, given the platform, can change the world, and a promise that someday, every cancer will have an answer.
Some people walk into rooms and simply exist, as if that alone is enough. They don’t rehearse their worth. They don’t negotiate their presence. They just sit there, fully convinced they belong.
But some of us, every opportunity feels like a test. Every relationship feels like an assignment. And somewhere in the back of our minds, there’s always that question: “Did I actually earn this, or did I just slip through by mistake?”
Because growing up, worth wasn’t something you had, it was something you proved. Over and over again. Preferably with results. Good ones.
So now, even in rooms we fought to enter, we hesitate. Not because we don’t belong, but because no one ever taught us that belonging didn’t need to be earned in the first place.
Healing is not linear. This reflective piece explores the emotional reality of heartbreak, loss, and moving on, reminding us that healing takes time, patience, and self-compassion.
herapy is not a last resort or a sign of weakness. Discover what therapy really means, what to expect from the process, and how Convo e-Therapy provides safe, confidential online support at your pace.