Semerian

Gender Equality & Equity Advocate | Passionate about Indigenous communities | Afro-Optimist.

[Donald B Kipkorir @DonaldBKipkorir]

When Kenyans are made Ministers, PSes, State Corporations CEOs & Chairmen or when MPs or tenderpreneurs have the President’s number, they think they are gods! They become arrogant, rude & condescending. Many start riding in long convoys with armed security.

What they always forget is that POWER IS TEMPORARY, TRANSIENT & ONLY FOR A SEASON.

Then it ends like morning dew. The Convoy ends. The Security stops. Phone calls stop. The false friends who were with you for the power disappear.

And madness sets in.

[Sholla Ard 🇰🇪 @sholard_mancity]

BREAKING: A massive court case has just put the pads and diapers used by millions of Kenyan women and babies under serious scrutiny.

Over 2,800 Kenyans have moved to court against makers of Always pads, Pampers diapers, Huggies diapers, Kotex sanitary pads and related products.

The case targets products linked to Procter & Gamble (Always, Pampers) and Kimberly-Clark (Kotex, Huggies).

The petitioners argue that products marketed as:
“100% cotton”
“pure cotton”
“soft like cotton”
actually contain significant synthetic materials such as polypropylene, polyethylene and other petrochemical-based compounds.

And that is why this case matters.
Millions of Kenyan mothers, women and families buy these products believing they are mainly cotton-based and safer for prolonged contact.

But according to the petitioners, the products may contain far more synthetic material than consumers are led to believe.

The lawsuit also raises concerns about possible long-term exposure to synthetic materials, especially for women and children who use these products regularly.

The petitioners want:
- Full ingredient disclosure
- Independent testing through KEBS
- Removal of allegedly misleading labels
- Compensation for affected consumers

The case, first filed in 2024, has reportedly faced delays and is now before the Court of Appeal under COACAPPL/E012/2026 seeking orders to fast-track it and is being heard this week.

This is a case that could change product labelling in Kenya forever.

But what is already in court may only be part of the story.

I also have additional data and information from tests we conducted on sanitary pads that I will be sharing later.

Some of the findings raised serious questions for us.

So follow me - Sholla Ard.- There is a lot many kenyans still do not know about products they use every month.

[Ahmednasir Abdullahi SC @ahmednasirlaw]

This fuel saga is BIG...V BIG... It was cooked by many cooks! The SPREAD was good and many people EAT. Two Cabinet Secretaries have many questions to answer...that is if we are serious about fighting corruption.

[GRICAFRICA @gricafrica]

Are you ready to lead change in your community? The GRiC Africa Youth Leadership Program – Cohort VIII is now open for application.

📌 Apply now via this link: https://t.co/kEmWXLWkOP
⏳ Deadline: 13th April 2026

Tag a young leader who needs to see this 👇🏾
#ApplyNow

[Mr PitBull Stories @MrPitbull07]

I dated a woman for three years. She had a 2-year-old son, Leo, from a previous relationship. The dad was out of the picture.

We broke up because she wanted to 'party' and I wanted to settle down.
One night, she dropped Leo off at my house at 11 PM. She said, 'I can't do this anymore. You take him. You’re better at it.' And she drove off.

I have zero biological relation to this kid. The courts told me I had no rights. But I fought. I got guardianship because she abandoned him.

I’ve been a single dad to another man's kid for 10 years. I’ve taught him to shave, to drive, and to treat women with respect—ironically, the respect his mom never showed us.

She surfaced recently because Leo is a star athlete and made the local paper. She wants front-row tickets to the game.
Leo told the coach, 'If she shows up, don't let her in. My dad is the guy in the stands wearing my jersey.'
Biology makes you a relative. Loyalty makes you a parent.

[Patinaaiosim @patinaaiosim]

The dream is alive Titeeyio Hub is finally here a home for women, youth & our whole community.
This milestone was only possible because of amazing partners:
Our main funder, @IntrepidFdn @Intrepid_Travel With the support of @mamacash, @FortescueNews
You believed in us. Thank You

[Patinaaiosim @patinaaiosim]

Honoured to host the @gricafrica team and Gidibo Tindwa of The Peter Cundill Foundation last week! We shared the power of parental engagement, women’s economic empowerment, and education in action. Grateful for the time, insights, and solidarity! 🌟 #CommunityDriven #PatinaaiOsim

[Patinaaiosim @patinaaiosim]

Happy Easter from Patinaai Osim!
This season reminds us of the power of renewal, the strength in community, & the beauty of fresh beginnings.
May hope blossom in your heart and may this Easter be filled with peace, love, and light.
#EasterHope #PatinaaiOsim #EmpoweringCommunities

[Patinaaiosim @patinaaiosim]

Today we join over 30 grassroots organisations. Patinaai Osim joins a nationwide call to action.

After a holiday season marked by rising harm against girls, we unite with @antifgmboard_kenya to protect, uplift, and act—together.

#EndFGM #TogetherToEndFGM #HopeInAction

[Patinaaiosim @patinaaiosim]

Play is serious learning!
At our ECCDE & childcare centres, play fuels growth—emotionally, socially, physically, and cognitively.

Every giggle, block, & song = a step forward.
Because when children play, they learn. And when they learn through play, they thrive.

#PlayToLearn

[Patinaaiosim @patinaaiosim]

Honoured to host David & Lisa Issroff of @issrofffamfoun at Patinaai Osim! They experienced our Education Intervention Program & engaged with learners, teachers & parents. Grateful for IFF’s support in transforming education & empowering communities! #IssroffFamilyFoundation

[Patinaaiosim @patinaaiosim]

🚸 The Power of a Strong Start!
Missing out on #foundationallearning means a lifetime of struggles. Without #earlyeducation, children fall behind, limiting their opportunities & confidence.

We’re ensuring every child gets a fair start through our ECCDE centres.

#Education

[Patinaaiosim @patinaaiosim]

Merry Christmas from all of us at Patinaai Osim! This festive season, we are grateful for your support in empowering women, youth, and communities. Together, we are building a brighter, more sustainable future. Wishing you and your loved ones peace, joy, and hope this Christmas

[Patinaaiosim @patinaaiosim]

This #HumanRightsDay we celebrate 75 years of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights a global promise of equality, dignity, and justice. The theme, "Our Rights, Our Future, Right Now" reminds us that human rights are the key to a peaceful and sustainable future
#PatinaaiOsim

[Patinaaiosim @patinaaiosim]

🐐 Empower Maasai women this #GivingTuesday!

💡 $25: Care for 1 goat
💡 $100: Buy 1 goat
💡 $500: Start a herd

Donate:
🇺🇸 https://t.co/0l6s9hOkv3
🇦🇺 https://t.co/BvimWiar0h
🌍 https://t.co/r4Bp5DTGMU
🇰🇪 Paybill 400200, Acc 01128161642000
#EmpowerWomen #SustainableChange #donate

[Semerian @semesankori]

#16DaysOfActivism2024
#WorldAidsDay2024

[Patinaaiosim @patinaaiosim]

The world can end AIDS – if human rights are at the center.

This #WorldAIDSDay, join us in calling for health equity. Together, we can address inequalities and ensure access to quality healthcare for all in the fight against HIV/AIDS.
#TakeTheRightsPath #EndAIDS #HealthForAll

[Patinaaiosim @patinaaiosim]

🌍 Marginalized women face the harshest impacts of climate change, with limited access to resources.
🌱 Through land restoration, and environmental justice Patinaai Osim empowers Maasai women to lead gender-just, locally-driven climate solutions.

#GAGGAatCOP29 #WeWomenAreWater

[Nelson Havi SC @NelsonHavi]

Do not kill yourself solving all problems of mankind. Leave some for God and Lucifer. They also have work to do.

[Patinaaiosim @patinaaiosim]

This #DayOfTheGirl, we honor the courage of indigenous girls facing gender inequality, poverty, and climate crises. We stand with them advocating for them, amplifying their voices and investing in their future. Together, we can create lasting change. #GirlsLead #InvestInGirls

[Patinaaiosim @patinaaiosim]

Our team lead is at #KICD for the Gender and Education Dialogues event themed "Girls' Vision for the Future" on #InternationalDayoftheGirl! 🎉 We're excited for the launch of the Gender and Education Movement, amplifying girls' voices to empower them in shaping their futures.