•A Holistic Approach to Addressing Teenage Pregnancies The government has unveiled a special initiative aimed at providing vulnerable pregnant teenagers with comprehensive maternal and reproductive healthcare services at public health facilities. The programme is part of the administration’s broader commitment to prioritizing adolescent health and tackling the socio-economic and medical challenges associated with teenage pregnancies. […]
Cooperatives and Micro, Small, and Medium-Sized Enterprises (MSMEs) Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya has urged cooperative societies across Kenya to take advantage of government-backed loans to enhance the value of their products. Speaking in Iten, the CS emphasized that financial support was readily available through various state institutions, but many potential beneficiaries remained unaware of these […]
Nairobi, Kenya| The Social Health Authority (SHA) has rolled out a series of measures aimed at improving healthcare financing efficiency and ensuring the timely reimbursement of claims to hospitals. This initiative comes as the government commits to settling all legitimate debts under the National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) while transitioning to the new SHA framework. […]
Kilifi, Kenya| President Dr. William Ruto has officially laid the foundation stone for the Tezo Affordable Housing Project in Kilifi County, marking a significant step in the government’s commitment to providing accessible and affordable housing for Kenyans. Located along the Kilifi-Malindi Road, the project will consist of 1,000 housing units, making it one of the […]
Eldama Ravine, Kenya| Authorities in Eldama Ravine have launched investigations into a suspected human trafficking syndicate after intercepting a vehicle transporting 20 women under suspicious circumstances. The women, who appeared malnourished and lacked valid identification documents, were taken into police custody for further questioning. According to police sources, the women were discovered in a Toyota […]
Wajir County has embarked on a transformative initiative to enhance Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education through virtual laboratories. Over 100 junior school teachers are currently undergoing intensive training to integrate digital lab technology into their classrooms, addressing the challenges of limited physical laboratory infrastructure in the region. The training, spearheaded by the Ministry […]
Nairobi, Kenya| Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has directed millers to purchase 400,000 bags of locally grown wheat before they can receive import licenses from the government. The directive, issued on Wednesday, aims to safeguard local wheat farmers who have been struggling with market access and falling prices. According to Kagwe, the government, through the […]
Garissa Governor Nathif Jama has issued a stern warning to individuals attempting to illegally acquire a section of Garissa Primary School grounds, where the county government is constructing a stadium. The governor made it clear that no private entity would be allowed to encroach on public land, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to safeguarding the property […]
Garissa, Kenya| Health officials have raised serious concerns over the increasing use of skin-lightening products in Garissa, warning that these unregulated cosmetics pose severe health risks, including infertility, kidney damage, and hormonal imbalances. The warning follows a surge in online beauty influencers promoting skin-lightening creams and treatments, often without medical expertise or regulatory oversight. These […]
For every expectant parent, the ultimate wish is to welcome a child into the world who is healthy in every sense—physically, mentally, and emotionally. Whether the pregnancy is planned or not, the birth of a child brings an overwhelming sense of love, hope, and a desire to offer the best possible life. Yet, when a […]
