May 14
Kenya: Comprehensive Health Coverage Key in Managing Rising Staff Costs
In recent years, staff costs in Kenya have been on the rise, posing significant challenges for businesses across various industries. Some of the major factors fuelling this surge… Read more »
May 10
Kenya: International Nurses Day - a Tribute to the Pillars of Healthcare
May 10 - As we approach International Nurses Day, it is a time to reflect on the invaluable contributions of nurses to the healthcare system. This day, celebrated on May 12th,… Read more »
May 09
Kenya: Raila Urges Govt to Keep Bargain After Deal With Medics
Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Leader Raila Odinga has urged the government to keep its side of the bargain following the signing of a return-to-work agreement with the Kenya Medical… Read more »
May 08
Kenya: Doctors Call Off Nationwide Strike
Doctors across the nation on Wednesday ended their nationwide strike following the signing of a return-to-work agreement with the Ministry of Health and counties. Read more »
Kenya: City Hall Begins Construction of First Public Hospital in Mlango On Reclaimed Dump Site
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has launched the construction of the first public hospital in Mlango Kubwa within Mathare sub-county as part of ward-based programs. Read more »
May 07
Kenya: Clinical Officers Hold Protests in Nairobi Over Low Pay
The Kenya Union of Clinical Officers (KUCO) on Tuesday staged Protests outside the Health ministry office in Nairobi decrying what they termed as unfavorable working conditions and… Read more »
May 06
Kenya: Health Ministry Intensifies Efforts to Combat Disease Spread Amid Heavy Rains
The Ministry of Health Ministry remains vigilant in curbing disease spread during the heavy rainy season, focusing on high-risk counties nationwide. Read more »
May 02
Kenya: Kenyans Blame Health Authoraties for Prolonged Doctors' Strike
47 percent of Kenyans who participated in a the survey conducted by the Trends and Insights For Africa (TIFA) believe Health Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha is the most… Read more »
May 01
Kenya: Astrazeneca Joins Hands With Partners to Tackle Kenya's Cancer Burden
Global biopharmaceutical company AstraZeneca has joined hands with Kenya's Ministry of Health to tackle cancer problems facing the country through the unveiling of the Cancer Care… Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Urges Striking Doctors to End Paralysis, Citing Financial Constraints
President William Ruto has called on striking doctors to end their industrial action, citing financial constraints that hinder the resolution of the remaining two out of 19 issues… Read more »
April 30
Kenya: More Women of Reproductive Age Using Modern Birth Control Methods
377 million women aged 15-49 years of reproductive age in 85 countries are using modern birth control methods, according to a recent report by Family Planning 2030 (FP2030). Read more »
April 29
Kenya: Kihika Announces Medical Bill Waiver for Victims of Mai Mahiu Dam Tragedy
Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika has announced waiver on medical bills for victims of Mai Mahiu dam tragedy. Read more »
April 24
Kenya: Healthcare Sector Leaders Call for Connectivity to Boost Patient Outcomes, Cut Costs
M-Tiba, a healthcare app, has urged the government to leverage more technological advancements, such as artificial intelligence, in the medicalcare sector to boost connectivity and… Read more »
April 23
Kenya: Govt Commits Sh6.1bn to Settle Issues Raised By Striking Medics
The Ministry of Health (MoH) has received Sh3.5 billion for health workers salary arrears from 2017 to June 2024 which will be cleared in 5 installments each year. Read more »
Kenya: Aga Khan University Gets Funding for Cervical Cancer Testing
The Aga Khan University has been awarded Sh19.6 million by the National Institute of Health to advance cervical cancer testing in the country. Read more »
April 18
Kenya: 'Really!' - Ruto Expresses Shock Over Governors Endorsing Medics' Strike
President William Ruto has expressed his dismay over county chiefs supporting a nationwide strike by medical professionals despite a majority of whom fall under devolved units. Read more »
April 15
Kenya: LSK Denounces Koome's Call for Crackdown On Striking Medics
The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has denounced a directive by Inspector General of Police Japhet Koome ordering firm action on medical professionals on strike after he termed their… Read more »
April 12
Kenya: Bore Urges Medics to End Strike and Heed Dialogue Call
Labour Cabinet Secretary Florence Bore has urged striking doctors to end the strike and give dialogue a chance for the benefit of Kenyans. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Has Made Commendable Strides in Ending TB, but the War Is Not Over Yet
Tuberculosis (TB) remains a global health concern, with 10.6 million people falling ill with the disease worldwide and 1.3 million dying from it by 2022, according to the World… Read more »
April 11
Kenya: Kisumu County to Withdraw Pay for Medics On Strike
Kisumu Governor Anyang Nyong'o has directed the County Public Service Board to henceforth stop payment of salaries to the striking doctors. Read more »
April 09
Kenya: Ruto Vows Radical Reforms On Health Claims Under Digital Health Law
President William Ruto has vowed radical reforms on processing of health insurance claims under a Digital Health law currently under consideration by Parliament. Read more »
Kenya: Doctors' Strike Declared Illegal As It Enters 4th Week
Interior Cabinet Secretary, Kithure Kindiki, has outlawed the KMPDU-led doctors' strike, citing a court order. Read more »
April 07
Kenya: Ruto Tells Doctors to Make Realistic Demands in Strike Stand-Off
President William Ruto has emphasized the need for doctors to understand the government's fiscal constraints, stressing the importance of living within means when it comes to… Read more »
April 04
Kenya: Health Crisis Persists in Kenya As Doctors Reject Govt Offer
The health crisis will persist in Kenya after doctors rejected a government offer aimed at ending two-week-long strike that has severely disrupted health services. Read more »
April 02
Kenya: Striking Doctors to Waiguru - We're Not Scared of Your Threats
Doctors participating in the strike within the Nyanza region have told off Council of Governors chairperson Ann Waiguru to keep off their affairs, urging her to refrain from… Read more »