The Cabinet Secretary for Health Dr. Deborah Mlongo Barasa, Monday inaugurated the master trainer training for the Health Provider Portal. The event held at the Kenya School of Government, signified a key advancement in Kenya’s rollout of social health insurance and the digitization of healthcare services. Dr. Barasa underscored the government’s commitment to achieving Universal…
Mount Kenya Wildlife Conservancy (MKWC) and Chester Zoo have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance efforts in conserving the critically endangered Mountain Bongo. Under this partnership, MKWC and Chester Zoo will focus on monitoring, research and knowledge transfer and other critical areas to secure the future of the Mountain Bongo. In a statement,…
The Harambee Stars defender was forced to miss Reims’ clash against high-flying PSG last week. Stade Reims have provided a positive update on Joseph Okumu’s fitness after the Harambee Stars defender was forced to miss their 1-1 draw against high-flying Paris Saint-Germain last week. According to French publication L’Équipe, Okumu is set to return for…
The Ministry of Health has revealed that 3,712,323 children under the age of 10 years were vaccinated in coordinated government efforts against the polio virus in just five days. In a statement on Friday, October 18, 2024, Health Cabinet Secretary Deborah Barasa said the vaccinations were concurrently done on the Ugandan side of the Kenyan…
Former Chief Justice David Maraga David Maraga on Sunday, February 9, 2025, engaged with the youth in Kibera, Nairobi, as pressure to have him come out of retirement and vie for 2027 presidency continues to grow. Maraga in a statement shared via his official X account said that the young people had invited him to…
Rigathi Gachagua's political allies accompanied Kiambu Senator Karungo Thang'wa to the DCI offices in Nyeri, where he was summoned for questioning in relation to the violence at the recent funeral in Limuru. The politicians, including Githunguri Member of Parliament Gathoni Wamuchomba and Nyandarua Senator John Methu, among other Mt.Kenya leaders, later decided to organize a…
Political activist and INJECT Party leader Morara Kebaso has raised concerns about the government’s ability to protect its citizens amid a rise in cases of abduction and extrajudicial violence. In a statement posted on his official X account, Morara accused the government of failing in its duty to ensure the safety of Kenyans. He also…
Ingwe’s coach Thomas Trucha is planning early signings to boost AFC Leopards for the 2024/25 FKF Premier League season. AFC Leopards head coach Thomas Trucha has shared his strategic vision for the upcoming 2024/25 FKF Premier League season, outlining a bold plan to strengthen the team through early signings. Following a fifth-place finish in the…
A police officer who was seriously injured during a fight near Duka One Shopping Center had his hand cut off with a Maasai sword and was airlifted to Nairobi for treatment The National Police Service said nine police officers were injured during the unrest, adding that they recovered a missing gun. Chaos broke out as…
The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has called for the prosecution of at least 10 politicians accused of promoting hate speech, particularly on social media. NCIC Vice Chairperson Wambui Nyutu revealed that the Commission had concluded investigations into lawmakers such as Oscar Sudi (Kapseret), Farah Maalim (Dadaab), and Dan Wanyama (Webuye West). The Commission…
The emergence of online casinos has profoundly transformed the gaming landscape. These platforms have evolved from a conventional kind of entertainment into a worldwide sensation, making casino games more easily available than before. Online casinos have changed the business and affected millions of lives from the ease of playing from home to the great range…
Moses Oduor Mbeda, deputy chief of Memba sub-region in Siaya county, was killed by unknown people Siaya County Police Commander, Serah Koki, said the incident happened around 7pm on Saturday, September 21 According to people, the deceased was attacked by unknown people after he went outside to help himself Siaya – The police in Rarieda…
Harry Kimtai is the Principal Secretary for State Department of Medical Services in the Ministry of Health Persons with disabilities (PWDs) face significant challenges when accessing healthcare services, as the system is often not tailored to meet their needs. For instance, many health facilities in Kenya do not have sign language interpreters, and medications are…
Beatrice Chebet won Kenya’s first gold medal at the Paris Olympics on Monday and she is guaranteed millions in prize money from both her country and World Athletics. Beatrice Chebet is set to pocket nearly Ksh10 million following her Olympics gold medal heroics in Paris on Monday. Chebet won Kenya’s first gold medal at the…
Alpine Chepkorir, from West Pokot County, is set to join university after receiving a scholarship from the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at USIU-Africa University His plight hit the headlines after he was barred from joining the university for lack of fees, and government agencies intervened Chepkorir will join the prestigious university in January, news that…