Residents in Pipeline Estate are sympathising with a young mother whose son disappeared during devastating floods that swept through parts of Nairobi on March 6. The boy, identified as Rain Taji, reportedly slipped from his mother’s hands as she struggled to escape rising floodwaters that had invaded their neighbourhood. According to
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East Africa Adopts Lenacapavir Injectable HIV Prevention
Several East African nations have announced plans to implement Lenacapavir, the biannual injectable HIV prevention drug, shortly after Kenya initiated its rollout.Kenya became the first East African country to offer Lenacapavir, distributing 21,000 doses at the Riruta Health Centre on February 26.Following Kenya's lead, Uganda received its first shipment and
Kasarani Woman Found Murdered, Police Launch Hunt
Detectives in Kasarani are investigating the brutal killing of 43-year-old Florence Nyagah, whose body was discovered inside her apartment in the Roysambu area of Nairobi. Police say the incident is believed to have occurred on February 28, with investigations now focused on tracing a key suspect. According to authorities, Nyagah’s body
Mango Season in Kenya: Sweet, Healthy and Affordable
The arrival of mango season marks a delightful time for fruit enthusiasts, as this delectable fruit reaches its peak. Many individuals savor mangoes daily, whether indulging in them whole, blending them into smoothies, crafting fruit salads, or creating decadent desserts. Indeed, mangoes have established themselves as the epitome of fruit
Kinoo’s Transformation: From Dusty Estate to Urban Hotspot
Dilapidated service road in Kinoo, Kiambu County on April 25, 2025/LEAH MUKANGAI Kinoo once served as the national scapegoat, where any mishap—whether dust in the air, an orange-stained shirt, or shoes coated in red soil—inevitably led to blame being cast upon its residents. The community was so intertwined with the red
Kenyan Rider Gets First Long-Acting HIV Injection
Samson Mutua, a 27-year-old delivery rider from Kawangware in Nairobi, has become the first Kenyan to receive the country’s newly introduced long-acting HIV prevention injection. The milestone procedure took place at Riruta Health Centre early in the morning and was witnessed by Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale as part of
Babu Owino Denies Uhuru Funding Mwananchi Rallies
Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has dismissed allegations that former president Uhuru Kenyatta is financing the ongoing Linda Mwananchi political rallies, insisting the movement relies solely on contributions from its members and supporters. His remarks come as tensions continue to simmer within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM). Speaking amid the growing
Mixed Reactions as Coast General Hospital CEO is Suspended
The suspension of Coast General Hospital's Chief Executive Officer has sparked heated debate within Kenya's medical community, drawing both criticism and cautious support from healthcare workers and observers. Doctors at the facility have strongly condemned the decision, describing it as disruptive to hospital operations and demoralising to staff. "This suspension comes
Kindiki Braves Rain While Addressing Nakuru Residents
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki stood firm in heavy rain as he addressed residents of Mahi Mahiu in Naivasha, Nakuru County, declining an umbrella and insisting that leaders must share in the experiences of the people they serve. As aides attempted to shield him from the downpour, the DP waved them
Kenya’s LMIC Status Deepens Health Sector Debt Crisis
For years, Kenya has proudly embraced its designation as a "Lower Middle-Income Country" (LMIC). However, within the health sector, this classification increasingly appears more as a burden than a boon, driving the nation deeper into debt. A recent report from the Centre for Epidemiological Modelling and Analysis (CEMA) at the