Public Health Director-General Dr. Patrick Amoth has shared insights on the government's decision to withhold further details about Kenya's first reported Ebola patient. He emphasized the importance of respecting the patient's right to privacy and confidentiality.Dr. Amoth stated that health authorities can only share additional information with the consent of
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ICC prosecutor Karim Khan in DRC amid escalating violence
Karim Khan, the prosecutor for the International Criminal Court (ICC), has arrived in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) as the country faces a surge in violence, particularly in the eastern region. This visit comes at a time when the Rwanda-backed M23 group has recently captured two significant cities,
MONUSCO Chief highlights challenges in amid crisis in DRC
In a briefing to reporters at the United Nations headquarters, Bintou Keita, the head of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO), reaffirmed the mission's commitment to protecting civilians under international humanitarian law. She reported that, following the fall of Goma on January
M23 rebels vow to march to Kinshasa as fighting escalates in Eastern DRC
The Rwanda-backed armed group M23 has vowed to continue its "march of liberation" toward the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) capital, Kinshasa, as its fighters make significant advances in the mineral-rich eastern region. The group’s recent capture of most of Goma, the capital of North Kivu province, marks a dramatic
President Ruto vows to ensure Peace in DRC
Uhuru commends Angola’s mediation Eastern DRC
President Uhuru Kenyatta has commended Angolan President João Lourenço for his efforts towards the normalization of relations between Rwanda and DR Congo. President Kenyatta noted that President Lourenço has displayed exemplary leadership and commitment in his role as a mediator following his appointment by the African Union to mediate talks between
Uhuru wants fast-track of programmes for EAC citizens
President Uhuru Kenyatta has urged East African Community (EAC) leaders to fast-track implementation of programmes and projects that will deliver quick results for the benefit of EAC citizens. Acknowledging the progress the EAC has made since its re-establishment more than two decades ago, the President emphasized the need for the leaders
Uhuru says infrastructure is key in Regional Integration
President Uhuru Kenyatta has underscored the importance of adequate infrastructure in accelerating regional integration. The President pointed out that the East African Community (EAC) will not be able to achieve its targets if its people cannot move from one side to the other and goods cannot be ferried from one part
Clashes persist as Rwanda & DRC agree to de-escalate
Clashes continue in Eastern DRC despite an agreement signed between Rwanda and DRC to de-escalate tension between the two neighbourly nations. The Luanda mediation talks came after the African Union appeared Angolan President Joao Lourenco to mediate between the two countries that have been feuding over M23 rebels which DRC accuses
Uhuru calls for cessation of hostilities in Eastern DRC
President Uhuru Kenyatta has called for an immediate cessation of all hostilities in the Eastern DRC and urged all armed groups, both foreign and local, to lay down arms immediately and unconditionally and to commit to a political process. In a statement released from Statehouse on 15th June 2022, the president