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Why the rising healthcare spending has failed to heal a country on its sickbed
The country’s disease burden and pressure on hospitals continue to outpace the gains being made in financing and infrastructure in the health sector.
By Maryann Muganda
2026-05-01 09:40:00
Kenya is losing ground in the fight against wildfires as old policies fail to keep pace with a hotter climate and increasing human activities.
By Caroline Chebet
2026-05-01 00:00:00
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
KEMRI is promoting nationwide malnutrition screening using a new MUAC tool and data-driven approaches to improve early detection and guide community-level interventions.
By Mercy Kahenda
2026-04-29 17:41:51
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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