Rights groups give government 40-day ultimatum over femicide crisis

Civil society organisations and legal groups have given the government a 40-day ultimatum to act on rising cases of gender-based violence (GBV) and femicide.

By Ryan Kerubo 7 days ago

Insurer turns to faith groups to expand health cover

The scheme allows members to access inpatient and outpatient services through pooled contributions

By Ryan Kerubo 12 days ago

Farmers risk losing half their harvest, agency warns

Kenyan farmers risk losing up to half of their expected harvest due to counterfeit and uncertified seed

By Ryan Kerubo 12 days ago

Understanding disease that disrupts the nervous system

Multiple sclerosis, is a disease that affects how the brain and the rest of the body communicate.It is not widely known in Kenya, yet it is present and continues to affect many lives.

By Ryan Kerubo 16 days ago

Gender violence cases rise in Nairobi slums despite higher convictions

Authorities and non-profit groups say gender-based violence remains widespread in Nairobi’s informal settlements despite increased convictions and support for survivors.

By Ryan Kerubo 16 days ago

NGOs laud conviction of 3,000 cases in gender-based violence war

The government has acknowledged the contribution of NGOs and the private sector in tackling gender-based violence in Nairobi slums.  

By Ryan Kerubo 17 days ago

Epilepsy stigma persists in Kenya amid awareness drive in Kajiado

Epilepsy remains one of the most misunderstood neurological conditions in Kenya, with stigma and misinformation continuing to keep many patients away from care.

By Ryan Kerubo 28 days ago

Think you're clean? Your towel might be bringing germs right back to your skin

Your towel absorbs more than water after bathing, it collects dead skin cells, body oils, and bacteria from your skin.

By Ryan Kerubo 1 month ago

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When hunger enters the classroom: Why school meals have become central to learning in Kenya

School meals in Kenya are increasingly vital to learning, as hunger and poor nutrition continue to undermine pupils’ health, concentration and academic performance.

By Ryan Kerubo 1 month ago

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Kenya shifts to digital health systems, new financing model amid funding, system gaps

Kenya is rolling out sweeping health reforms, including digital systems and a new financing model, as Aden Duale acknowledges implementation challenges.

By Ryan Kerubo 1 month ago

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Study ranks Kenyan youth among top globally in mental wellbeing

A global study by Sapien Labs ranks Kenyan youth among the top worldwide in mental wellbeing.

By Ryan Kerubo 1 month ago

Donor funding declines as Kenya shifts toward health self-reliance

Across Kenya and much of Africa, donor support has historically underpinned critical health programmes

By Ryan Kerubo 1 month ago

Private sector bets on micro-insurance to close healthcare access gap

Kenya’s private health sector is raising concerns over widening gaps in health financing

By Ryan Kerubo 1 month ago

Health services collapse as clinical officers' strike hits 151 days

Health services in Marsabit County have collapsed as the clinical officers’ strike hits its 151st day, with patient visits and hospital admissions plunging sharply.

By Ryan Kerubo 1 month ago

Kenyan youth defy global mental health decline

Kenyan youth are defying the global mental health decline, scoring higher on emotional, cognitive, and social well-being compared to peers in wealthier nations.

By Ryan Kerubo 1 month ago

Kwale, Nairobi targeted in new push to cut maternal, newborn deaths

Britam Foundation in Partnership with UNFPA launched Lea Salama initiative aimed at reduce maternal and neonatal mortality in Kwale and Nairobi Counties .

By Ryan Kerubo 1 month ago

Kenya pushes to cut medicine imports as East Africa backs local production drive

About 70 per cent of medicines consumed in the country are imported, while only around 20 per cent of products on the essential medicines list are manufactured locally.

By Ryan Kerubo 1 month ago

Universities face climate test as gaps in research, skills, policy slow Africa's response

African universities face growing criticism for outdated curricula and weak research impact as climate challenges intensify.

By Ryan Kerubo 1 month ago

Kenya moves to fix public health gaps with new national security plans

The new frameworks are designed to move the country from a reactive system to one that anticipates, detects and responds to health threats more effectively.

By Ryan Kerubo 1 month ago

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Ground pangolin: 'Extinct' mammal returns to roam Kenya's landscape

The last confirmed sighting of the giant ground pangolin was in 1971 near Lake Victoria. A single individual can consume thousands of ants and termites in one night.

By Ryan Kerubo 1 month ago

Kenya moves to close gender data gaps in policy and planning

Kenya has launched the third phase of the Women Count programme, an initiative led by UN Women in partnership with the government and development partners

By Ryan Kerubo 2 months ago

New guide targets gaps in maternal and child health care

The playbook focuses on strengthening Primary Health Care and Reproductive, Maternal, Neonatal, Child and Adolescent Health and Nutrition.

By Ryan Kerubo 2 months ago

How marathon is saving Kenya's wildlife and supporting rural communities

Since its launch the marathon has raised Sh1.3 billion, supporting conservation efforts that have contributed to a doubling of Hawksbill turtles and more than doubling of young Grevy’s zebras.

By Ryan Kerubo 2 months ago

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Kenya launches blueprint to turn research knowledge into solutions

Kenya has launched a national blueprint to align science, research and innovation stakeholders toward converting knowledge into practical solutions for development.

By Ryan Kerubo 2 months ago

10,000 Kenyans enrolled in long term care for diabetes and hypertension

Non‑communicable diseases (NCDs) are a growing public health challenge in Kenya, accounting for an estimated 27 per cent of all deaths

By Ryan Kerubo 2 months ago

Experts urge action to close gender gaps in Kenyan farming

Experts urge urgent reforms to close gender gaps in Kenyan agriculture, where women produce most food but lack land, finance, and market access.

By Ryan Kerubo 2 months ago

Kenya-India technical training links boost public service reform

Kenya is strengthening technical training links with India to address public sector skills gaps and support ongoing reforms in digital transformation, infrastructure and institutional development.

By Ryan Kerubo 2 months ago

Barriers facing persons with disabilities spark calls for greater inclusion

Despite laws and policies, many persons with disabilities in Kenya still face barriers that prevent them from fully participating in society, the economy and faith communities, it has emerged.

By Ryan Kerubo 2 months ago

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Michael Panther: Lost ability to walk at 10 due to spinal TB

Tuberculosis (TB) is one of the oldest infectious diseases known to humankind. It remains one of the deadliest.

By Ryan Kerubo 2 months ago

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From back pain to paralysis: Understanding Spinal TB

TB is a contagious bacterial infection caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It most commonly affects the lungs and spreads through the air when an infected person coughs.

By Ryan Kerubo 2 months ago

3.27 million in crisis as ASAL leaders warn of looming catastrophe

Leaders from Kenya’s arid and semi-arid lands warn that over 3.27 million people face acute food insecurity, with the crisis likely to worsen if the March–May long rains fail.

By Ryan Kerubo 3 months ago

Kenya moves to regulate traditional medicine as 80 pc rely on it for care

Kenya is positioning itself as a test case for how traditional medicine can be scientifically evaluated, regulated, and safely integrated into mainstream care.

By Ryan Kerubo 3 months ago

Overfed and overwhelmed: The hidden health risks of eating too much

The extra volume in the stomach can slow digestion and stretch the stomach wall, causing pain and bloating.

By Ryan Kerubo 3 months ago

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Inside prescription by assumption fueling drug resistance

Drug resistance, driven by the misuse and overuse of antibiotics, is fast becoming one of Kenya’s most pressing health threats, with consequences that extend across Africa.

By Ryan Kerubo 3 months ago

How everyday choices and quick fixes quietly accelerate antimicrobial resistance threat

Instead of going to a health facility for tests, many people reach for a leftover pill, a familiar antibiotic from a nearby chemist or advice from a friend feels quicker, cheaper and easier.

By Ryan Kerubo 3 months ago

Kenya embraces single-dose HPV vaccine as cervical cancer deaths remain high

Kenya has officially shifted to a single-dose Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine for girls aged between 10 and 14 years, marking a major change in the country’s fight against cervical cancer.

By Ryan Kerubo 3 months ago

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Reconstructive surgery offers more than treatment of breast cancer

Beyond cancer, women may seek reconstructive or reduction surgery for medical reasons including gigantomastia, a condition where excessively large breasts cause chronic pain.

By Ryan Kerubo 3 months ago

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Exploring prosthetics, reconstruction and other options after breast removal

Worn inside specially designed prosthetic or mastectomy bras, they help restore balance to the body, reduce strain on the neck and shoulders, and allow clothing to fit more naturally.

By Ryan Kerubo 3 months ago

From wagging tails to healthy tales: How pets improve mind and body

In many Kenyan homes, animals have long served practical roles. Cats keep rodents away, dogs alert families to danger, while birds and rabbits are often kept quietly in backyards.

By Ryan Kerubo 3 months ago

Lesiyampe pledges KNH's cancer centre upgrade to curb patient complaints

Lesiyampe acknowledged the challenges facing the cancer treatment unit, including long waiting times, frequent machine breakdowns, and technology that has not kept pace with modern oncology standards.

By Ryan Kerubo 3 months ago