Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale reassured the public about the new Ebola quarantine and treatment facility at Laikipia Airbase. He emphasized that the center will serve all patients, not just U.S. citizens.In a recent interview with Citizen TV, Duale highlighted that this facility is part of Kenya's strategy to enhance
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Kenyan Scientist Wins Sh446M Grant for Cancer Research in Kenya
Professor George Njoroge, a Kenyan scientist, has secured a Sh446 million grant to enhance early detection and treatment of oesophageal cancer in Kenya.As a co-lead researcher at Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral and Research Hospital (KUTRRH), Njoroge received the 2026 Greater Manchester Cancer Award alongside a UK-based team led by Professor
Ruto Pushes Kenya as Africa’s Pharma Manufacturing Hub
The government is taking deliberate steps to strengthen the country’s pharmaceutical ecosystem, President William Ruto has said.The President explained that the government is enhancing the capacity of the National Regulatory Authority to achieve World Health Organisation Maturity Level 3.He said this will reinforce global confidence in the quality, safety, and
US Denies Kenya Health Funding Cuts, Reaffirms Sh33.9B Support
The US government has firmly rejected allegations of reduced funding for health programs in Kenya, emphasizing that its support remains robust and consistent. Acting US Ambassador Susan Burns highlighted that Washington continues to allocate approximately Sh33.9 billion annually for health assistance to Kenya, underscoring the nation’s status as a key
Kenya, US Strengthen Partnership on Disease Surveillance and Health Security
The United States has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Kenya’s healthcare sector through increased investments in disease surveillance, HIV treatment, malaria control, and emergency response systems. Speaking during the inaugural Kenya Health Security Convention held in Mombasa on Tuesday, Dr Naomi Lucchi, the Acting Program Director for the CDC Kenya Division
Hantavirus Cases Reported After Cruise Ship Deaths
Two cases of hantavirus have emerged following the deaths of three individuals and the serious illness of a UK national during a suspected outbreak on a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean.On May 4, 2026, the World Health Organization (WHO) released a report detailing the characteristics of this deadly virus.
Job Masakhue Lukuru Obwaka Dies, Medical Fraternity Pays Tribute
The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) mourns the loss of veteran Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist Job Masakhue Lukuru Obwaka, recognizing him as a distinguished leader in women’s healthcare and a mentor to countless doctors.In a condolence statement released on May 1, 2026, KMPDU highlighted Obwaka's extensive service
Kenya Scraps SHA Co-Pay for Teachers, Averts Nationwide Strike
The government has eliminated co-payments for teachers under the Social Health Authority (SHA) plan, a strategic decision aimed at averting a potential nationwide strike over healthcare concerns.This significant development follows a high-level meeting that united the Teachers Service Commission (TSC), the Social Health Authority (SHA), the Kenya Union of Post-Primary
WHO Warns on Rising Myopia Risk in Children, Shares Prevention Tips
The World Health Organization (WHO) has outlined essential steps that parents and guardians can take to safeguard their children from myopia, a prevalent eye condition. In a report published on the WHO's official X account on April 19, 2026, the organization emphasized the risks associated with children spending excessive time
