Kitutu Chache South MP Anthony Kibagendi has launched a scathing attack on Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale, accusing him of intimidation and employing diversionary tactics to evade accountability over the Social Health Authority (SHA). In a strongly worded statement, Kibagendi claimed that each time he raises questions about the managementContinue Reading
Chekalini, Kakamega County — Health officials have confirmed three cases of Mpox in Chekalini, Lugari Sub-County, triggering an emergency response and heightened surveillance by local health teams. Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa announced the cases on Monday, stating that all three patients had recently traveled, and their movement is being reviewedContinue Reading
Police recover electronics, blank ammunition, and tear gas in Nairobi raid Renowned activist and photojournalist Boniface Mwangi was arrested on Saturday, July 19, 2025, in a coordinated police operation at his residence in Lukenya, Machakos County, over alleged links to the facilitation of terrorist activities during the June 25 anti-governmentContinue Reading
The 2027 Bungoma gubernatorial race has taken a dramatic turn. Westlands MP Tim Wanyonyi, a national figure with a reputation for calm leadership and inclusive governance, has declared his candidacy, instantly shifting the county’s political narrative. What makes his entry more intriguing isn’t just his record — but his bloodline.Continue Reading
NAIROBI, Kenya – July 8, 2025 At least 11 people were killed, and 567 others arrested during violent Saba Saba protests that erupted across several towns in Kenya on Monday, according to a police statement issued by the National Police Service (NPS). In a detailed press release, NPS confirmed thatContinue Reading
Nairobi – Kenya, June 20, 2025 – Emirates and Uber have announced a strategic partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore ways to make journeys more seamless, effortless, and rewarding for travellers. This includes enhancing the on-ground mobility experience for Emirates customers while offering Skywards members loyalty benefitsContinue Reading
Millions of people worldwide are on the brink of a major breakthrough in HIV prevention, following the approval of a long-acting injectable drug by U.S. health regulators. On Wednesday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) officially approved lenacapavir, a biannual injection developed by Gilead Sciences, for the prevention ofContinue Reading
In Kenya, sickle cell disease (SCD) continues to claim the lives of thousands of children—many before they even reach their fifth birthday. Despite its staggering prevalence, particularly in high-burden regions like Kisumu and the Lake Victoria basin, this inherited blood disorder remains on the periphery of national health priorities. InContinue Reading
The Premier League has officially released the opening weekend fixtures for the 2025/26 season, with fans treated to a high-stakes showdown as Manchester United welcome Arsenal to Old Trafford in one of the most anticipated clashes of Matchday 1. The fixture list reveals a weekend packed with rivalries, debut opportunities,Continue Reading
Legal Shift, Lingering Stigma On January 10, 2025, Kenya’s High Court decriminalized attempted suicide, declaring it a mental health issue rather than a criminal act. The ruling, which nullified Section 226 of the Penal Code, was hailed as a major victory for mental health advocacy in the country. Justice JohnContinue Reading