Our app makes medication and care affordable
Nearly 2,000 pharmacies, clinics, and drug shops in Kenya, Uganda, Nigeria, and Tanzania use Maisha Meds as a trusted relationship.
By Kelley Boss 1 year ago
Our app makes medication and care affordable
Our platform gives patients access to specialist doctors
MyHealth Africa is a website and app that is transforming the way people access healthcare services, locally, regionally in Africa and internationally.
By Kelley Boss 1 year ago
Our platform gives patients access to specialist doctors
We help breastfeeding mothers balance work and life
The World Health Organisation recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first 6 months and continued breastfeeding for up to 2 years.
By Kelley Boss 1 year ago
We help breastfeeding mothers balance work and life
Telemedicine: Why There is growing overlap between technology and healthcare
Telehealth allows you to connect with your healthcare provider virtually and have an appointment without going to a physical location. All you need is a phone - and it doesn't have to be smart.
By Kelley Boss 1 year ago
Telemedicine: Why There is growing overlap between technology and healthcare
We want Kenyans to reach doctors from where they are
Although it has been around for a while and successfully implemented in many countries, telemedicine is a new way of delivering healthcare in Kenya and a new component of the health system.
By Kelley Boss 1 year ago
We want Kenyans to reach doctors from where they are
Startup brings virtual reality to many schools
Learners can travel to Thailand and see an ocean cleanup. They can also travel to a polluted place and see how birds are affected by plastic pollution because they confuse plastic for food.
By Kelley Boss 1 year ago
Startup brings virtual reality to many schools
Virtual reality advancing high-risk neurosurgery practice
Brain surgery is one of the most complicated practices. The field can benefit from the most acute technological developments and regular literature updates.
By Kelley Boss 1 year ago
Virtual reality advancing high-risk neurosurgery practice
Kenya's e-mobility revolution to start with boda bodas
Two-wheelers have a practical entry point because boda bodas do a lot of shuttle runs which is suitable for an EV
By Kelley Boss 1 year ago
Kenya's e-mobility revolution to start with boda bodas
Kenya's e-mobility revolution to start with boda bodas
Kenya has an estimated 350EVs, out of 2.2 million registered vehicles. This number might have gone up in the past year as startups in the space announce new fleets regularly.
By Kelley Boss 1 year ago
Kenya's e-mobility revolution to start with boda bodas
Standard Group embraces e-mobility
Standard Group Chief Executive Officer Orlando Lyomu said the company's hope is to adopt more electric vehicles in our distribution and editorial duties.
By Kelley Boss 1 year ago
Standard Group embraces e-mobility
China-Taiwan row to worsen global computer chip shortage
Taiwan's Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation is the world's largest chip producer could see more disruptions as sector recovers from Covid disruption.
By Kelley Boss 2 years ago
China-Taiwan row to worsen global computer chip shortage
Doping allegations should not hold back Team Kenya in Doha
This is an enviable medal harvest because it firmly places Kenya on an elite league of global sporting powerhouses.
By Karanja Njoroge 5 years ago
Doping allegations should not hold back Team Kenya in Doha
Looming crisis as Governor Waititu differs with his deputy
The governor and deputy governor are already at loggerheads barely 100 days in office and the differences have gone public.
By Karanja Njoroge 6 years ago
Looming crisis as Governor Waititu differs with his deputy
Gakuru’s attention to detail endeared him to many
He personally scrutinised resumes of applicants before narrowing down to ten for appointment as CECs
By Karanja Njoroge 7 years ago
Gakuru’s attention to detail endeared him to many
Why governors snubbed Mutahi Kahiga's swearing-in
Governors have denied claims that they snubbed the swearing in ceremony of the new Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga.
By Karanja Njoroge 7 years ago
Why governors snubbed Mutahi Kahiga's swearing-in
Mutahi Kahiga set to be sworn in as Nyeri Governor
The clergy is expected to conduct a cleansing ceremony at the county government offices this morning ahead of the swearing-in ceremony in the afternoon.
By Karanja Njoroge 7 years ago
Mutahi Kahiga set to be sworn in as Nyeri Governor
Governor Nanok, Jubilee ‘war’ plays out at Uhuru tour of Turkana
The frosty relationship between Turkana Governor Josphat Nanok and Jubilee government played out during President Uhuru Kenyatta's tour of the arid county on Wednesday.
By Karanja Njoroge 7 years ago
Governor Nanok, Jubilee ‘war’ plays out at Uhuru tour of Turkana
Uhuru recalls Mark Too's role in his presidency
President Uhuru Kenyatta moved mourners as he recalled how the late Mark Too played a key role in his entry into politics.
By Karanja Njoroge 7 years ago
Uhuru recalls Mark Too's role in his presidency
Raila in fresh bid to reclaim Rift Valley support, endorses Kimaiyo
CORD leader Raila Odinga has in recent weeks stepped up efforts to win back the support he once enjoyed in the North Rift.
By Karanja Njoroge 8 years ago
Raila in fresh bid to reclaim Rift Valley support, endorses Kimaiyo
Jubilee committed to fight against graft, says DP Ruto
Deputy President William Ruto has defended the Government over the Health Ministry’s Sh5.3 billion alleged procurement scandal.
By Karanja Njoroge 8 years ago
Jubilee committed to fight against graft, says DP Ruto
Nakumatt dismisses report on fake drinks
Nakumatt has dismissed reports that counterfeit alcoholic drinks were recovered from its Eldo Centre branch in Eldoret on Monday
By Karanja Njoroge 8 years ago
Nakumatt dismisses report on fake drinks
'It is easier for us to give birth at home'
In Turkana, a majority of women are opposed to C-section and shun hospitals for fear of being subjected to the operation. Instead, they prefer traditional birth attendants.
By Karanja Njoroge 8 years ago
'It is easier for us to give birth at home'
Hundreds gather to pay last respect to Mugithi King Salim Junior
Thousands of music fans turned up to give their last respect to celebrated Mugithi King Paul Mwangi alias Salim Junior who was laid to rest yesterday in Subukia.
By Karanja Njoroge 8 years ago
Hundreds gather to pay last respect to Mugithi King Salim Junior
With guitars and lyrics fans pay last respects to Mugithi artiste
Politicians, artistes and fans graced the burial ceremony for the musician considered to have revolutionised Kikuyu music through his renditions of both secular and gospel tunes.
By Karanja Njoroge 8 years ago
With guitars and lyrics fans pay last respects to Mugithi artiste
EACC raids Nakuru county headquarters over graft claims
Officers from EACC yesterday raided county offices for the second time in a span of four months over graft claims.
By Karanja Njoroge 8 years ago
EACC raids Nakuru county headquarters over graft claims
Leaders mourn fallen soldiers, call for unity
Non-Governmental Organisations Council Chairman Wilson Kipkazi has called for investigations to establish how the attack on the KDF base in Somalia happened and action taken on those who failed in their responsibility.
By Karanja Njoroge 8 years ago
Leaders mourn fallen soldiers, call for unity
Ruto's ICC case will collapse, say leaders
Jubilee leaders have expressed optimism that the case facing Deputy President William Ruto and Joshua Sang at the ICC is on the brink of collapsing following last week's proceedings at the court.
By Karanja Njoroge 8 years ago
Ruto's ICC case will collapse, say leaders
Police now deny cover-up in road crash where five teens perished
Police have denied covering up the incident where five teenagers died in an accident at Salgaa on eve of New Year while driving a vehicle belonging to an officer.
By Karanja Njoroge 8 years ago
Police now deny cover-up in road crash where five teens perished
Notorious black spot at Salgaa, Nakuru has claimed many lives
A week ago, The Standard published a list of black spots and Salgaa, where five boys died in a crash was one of them.
By Karanja Njoroge 8 years ago
Notorious black spot at Salgaa, Nakuru has claimed many lives
Retired Teachers Dismiss KNUT Over Ultimatum.
Retired teachers have told off the Kenya National Union of Teachers(Knut) for issuing an ultimatum to the Teachers Service Commission(TSC) to pay them Sh 42.3 Billion.
By Karanja Njoroge 8 years ago
Retired Teachers Dismiss KNUT Over Ultimatum.
Retired teachers dismiss Knut for purporting to speak on their behalf
Retired teachers have told off the Kenya National Union of Teachers (Knut) for issuing an ultimatum to the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) to pay them Sh42.3 billion that was recently awarded by court.
By Karanja Njoroge 8 years ago
Retired teachers dismiss Knut for purporting to speak on their behalf
Supreme Court rejects TSC bid to block retired teachers pay
More than 52,000 retired teachers got an early Christmas gift after the Supreme Court dismissed an appeal by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) challenging their Sh42 billion pay award.
By Karanja Njoroge 8 years ago
Supreme Court rejects TSC bid to block retired teachers pay
NLC says Supreme Court ruling did not water down its mandate
The National Land Commission (NLC) has said its role has not been eroded by the Supreme Court ruling last week that defined its mandate and that of the Lands Ministry.
By Karanja Njoroge 8 years ago
NLC says Supreme Court ruling did not water down its mandate
Resolve rows internally, rival camps in Jubilee county assemblies told
Disputes in the Jubilee coalition dominated county assemblies have ended up in court because there are no tribunals set to resolve the matter.
By Karanja Njoroge 8 years ago
Resolve rows internally, rival camps in Jubilee county assemblies told
Rival camps in county assemblies give Jubilee leaders sleepless nights
Disputes in the Jubilee coalition dominated county assemblies have ended up in court because there are no tribunals set to resolve the matter.
By Karanja Njoroge 8 years ago
Rival camps in county assemblies give Jubilee leaders sleepless nights
IEBC targets persons with disabilities for 2017 general elections
The Independent Electoral and Boundary Commission (IEBC) has rolled out a voter registration programme targeting Persons Living With Disabilities (PWDs) in the Central Rift region.
By Karanja Njoroge 8 years ago
IEBC targets persons with disabilities for 2017 general elections
Controversial free internet project in Nakuru scoops continental award
The controversial Nakuru WiFi project has won a continental Award in South Africa after beating other contenders in the "changing Lives" category.
By Karanja Njoroge 9 years ago
Controversial free internet project in Nakuru scoops continental award
After 14 years of pain, we deserve to have our son’s remains, family tells police
A partially open grave at 86-year-old Chege Njoroge’s homestead in Naishi, Njoro, Nakuru County remains the only reminder of his son, Peter Kamau, a police officer, who died 14 years ago.
By Karanja Njoroge 9 years ago
After 14 years of pain, we deserve to have our son’s remains, family tells police
Security beefed up in Nakuru after murder of sex workers
The Government has beefed up security in Nakuru town following the recent spate of killings targeting commercial sex workers in the town.
By Karanja Njoroge 9 years ago
Security beefed up in Nakuru after murder of sex workers
Nakuru MCAs fault Public Service board over ward jobs
A row is brewing in Nakuru County Government over hiring of senior staff after it emerged that some officers could be serving in non-existent positions.
By Karanja Njoroge 9 years ago
Nakuru MCAs fault Public Service board over ward jobs
Pharmacy Board recalls Allied Limited's nasal drops, Efinox
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