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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 2026-04-30 00:00:00

Epilepsy stigma persists in Kenya amid awareness drive in Kajiado

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KEMRI pushes for malnutrition screening using new tool, data-driven action

By Mercy Kahenda 2026-04-29 17:41:51

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African states to meet US, discuss details of bilateral health agreement

African states are set to meet with the US to resolve disputes over data sharing and sovereignty that have delayed a bilateral health funding agreement.

By Mercy Kahenda 2026-04-29 17:08:54

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Africa urged to prioritise domestic health to tackle rising burden of NCDs

African countries are being urged to boost domestic health funding and prioritise prevention to tackle the rising burden of cancer and other non-communicable diseases amid shrinking donor support.

By Mercy Kahenda 2026-04-29 16:45:22

Africa urged to prioritise domestic health to tackle rising burden of NCDs

First Lady Rachel Ruto calls for adoption of clean cooking to curb pollution

First Lady Rachel Ruto has supported the renewed push to expand access to clean cooking across Africa, terming it key in protecting women and children from household air pollution.

By Edwin Nyarangi 2026-04-29 15:38:00

First Lady Rachel Ruto calls for adoption of clean cooking to curb pollution

Climate change deepens health crisis in Africa, experts warn

Experts warn that climate change is worsening Africa’s health crisis, driving rising cases of kidney disease, pregnancy complications and stillbirths.

By Mercy Kahenda 2026-04-29 12:43:11

Climate change deepens health crisis in Africa, experts warn

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Africa urged to put more weight on health financing amid donor cuts

Health stakeholders warn that over-reliance on external support has left Africa struggling to respond effectively to pandemics and maintain essential health services.

By Mercy Kahenda 2026-04-28 06:00:00

Africa urged to put more weight on health financing amid donor cuts

How a basic anti-shock cloth saved mother on brink of death in Baringo

A life-threatening childbirth at Atiar Dispensary in Bartabwa Ward, Baringo North, was controlled using a basic anti-shock cloth, saving a mother’s life despite severe staff and resource shortages.

By Kipsang Joseph 2026-04-27 15:33:09

How a basic anti-shock cloth saved mother on brink of death in Baringo

Ukwala families battle sickle cell stigma despite improved access to healthcare

Families delay seeking treatment for sickle disease for fear of stigma and claims that victims are bewitched.

By Maryann Muganda 2026-04-27 13:17:31

Ukwala families battle sickle cell stigma despite improved access to healthcare

Kenya closing immunisation gaps as global drive reaches millions of children

Kenya is among 12 countries that have benefited from a global push to reach unvaccinated children under five, as the world marks World Immunisation Week.

By Mercy Kahenda 2026-04-27 10:38:46

Kenya closing immunisation gaps as global drive reaches millions of children

MPs pledge to push for improved care of patients with bleeding disorder

Parliament has pledged to push for urgent reforms to improve the management of haemophilia in Kenya, following a petition highlighting severe gaps in access to care and treatment.

By Mercy Kahenda 2026-04-27 10:01:05

MPs pledge to push for improved care of patients with bleeding disorder

Nations backing fossil fuel exit 'a new power': conference host Colombia

Around 60 nations are attending a world-first conference in Colombia to tackle an issue that has deadlocked the UN climate talks -- how to exit the fossil fuels that cause global warming.

By AFP 2026-04-27 09:23:03