Mandera County Governor Mohamed Adan Khalif on April 17 reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to revitalizing healthcare services during a high-level visit to the Mandera County Teaching and Referral Hospital. The visit featured a strategic engagement with the hospital’s leadership team, focusing on strengthening healthcare service delivery and accelerating infrastructure development across the county. In a […]
Nairobi, Kenya| Moyale Member of Parliament, Professor Guyo Jaldesa, has raised serious concerns over the Social Health Authority’s (SHA) failure to adequately cover medical expenses for patients, despite consistent monthly contributions from Kenyans. During a heated plenary session in the National Assembly on Tuesday, April 16, Prof. Jaldesa confronted Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale, demanding […]
•Their Undefeated Run Sparks Pride and Nickname Debate Homa Bay, Kenya| Wajir County’s football team has emerged as one of the standout performers at the 10th edition of the Kenya Youth Inter-county Sports Association (KYISA) Games, delivering thrilling performances that have reignited pride in the region’s untapped football potential. The team, often considered underdogs in […]
Haben Girma, a distinguished American human rights advocate, lawyer, and author, has not only broken barriers—she has rewritten the narrative around disability and inclusion. Best known as the first deaf-blind person to graduate from Harvard Law School, her life and legacy stand as a compelling testament to the power of perseverance, innovation, and justice. Through […]
In a scandal that has shocked the nation and drawn international attention, Mediheal Hospital in Eldoret, Kenya, has been implicated in an alleged organ-trafficking network involving vulnerable local donors and wealthy foreign recipients. Investigations reveal a grim story of exploitation, regulatory failures, and suspected high-level cover-ups. The revelations follow a global exposé initially highlighted by […]
Isiolo, Kenya| The National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC) has launched a robust campaign in Isiolo County aimed at eliminating Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and improving access to justice for vulnerable populations. The initiative, spearheaded by NGEC Chairperson Rehema Jaldesa, seeks to spark transformative dialogue, dismantle harmful cultural norms, and bolster support systems for victims of […]
•The Report Comes Amid Climate and Hunger Crises Nairobi, Kenya| The Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) has launched a groundbreaking flagship report offering decision-makers actionable, science-based strategies to strengthen food systems that are under mounting pressure from climate change, conflict, biodiversity loss, and global hunger. The report, titled Insight to Impact: A Decision-Maker’s […]
•The Lobby Cites Alarming Mortality Rates and Systemic Neglect in Healthcare Planning A coalition of advocacy groups, caregivers, and individuals living with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) has petitioned the Kisumu County Assembly to declare the condition a public health emergency, citing alarming mortality rates and systemic neglect in healthcare planning. The petition, delivered this week […]
Mombasa, Kenya| The High Court has called for unwavering accountability in the exercise of devolved functions across Kenya, emphasizing the judiciary’s pivotal role in safeguarding constitutional values and promoting equitable governance. Speaking during the 2025 Annual High Court Leaders Conference held at the Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort in Mombasa, Deputy Chief Justice (DCJ) Philomena Mwilu […]
Beijing, China| A high-level delegation from Kenya’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party held productive talks with the Communist Party of China (CPC) during a visit to Beijing, reinforcing bilateral cooperation and exploring avenues for deeper political and economic collaboration. The delegation, led by UDA Secretary General Senator Hassan Omar, met with CPC Vice Minister for […]
