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Winfrey Owino

Kenyan engineers get recognition for global mobility

By Winfrey Owino   2025-06-13 14:30:00

Kenyan Engineers have reached a historic milestone after the Engineers Board of Kenya acceded to the Washington Accord as a Provisional Signatory.

Boniface Kariuki is brain-dead, family says

By Winfrey Owino   2025-06-29 13:12:08

Family spokesperson Emily Wanjira, they were called by the hospital on Saturday midnight and informed of the patient's state, life support machine cannot be switched off due to legal issues.

Boniface Kariuki is dead, family says

By Winfrey Owino   2025-06-30 16:05:12

Family spokesperson Emily Wanjira says Kariuki was confirmed dead today at 3.15pm.

Tanzania reaffirms stronger ties with the US

By Winfrey Owino   2025-07-08 19:55:06

Tanzania has shifted towards an economic diplomacy model that emphasizes trade and investment.

New Jomvu road named after Kenyan philanthropist

By Winfrey Owino   2025-07-09 14:40:00

A new 4.5km access road in Jomvu, Mombasa, is set to ease congestion and improve safety for traders, schoolchildren and residents in the densely populated Bangladesh settlement.

Rare UN Mandela Prize lifts hope in Kibera as slum claims global honour

By Winfrey Owino   2025-07-23 16:41:00

Kibera slum has earned a place on the global stage after one of its residents won the 2025 Nelson Mandela Prize, one of the United Nations’ highest honours awarded every five years.

Former MP launches party, calls for interested aspirants

By Winfrey Owino   2025-08-06 11:00:00

His announcement came just hours before the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) refuted claims made by some politicians suggesting that there would be no elections in 2027.

Kenya emerges as East Africa's Digital Health hub in push for UHC

By Winfrey Owino   2025-08-14 12:30:00

Key stakeholders from government, NGOs, and the private sector convened to discuss the future of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in East Africa.

You love chips-kuku? Well, the government is coming for you

By Winfrey Owino   2025-08-14 15:46:53

Through the Health Ministry, the government says such strict regulatory measures on the sale and marketing of these foods will play a key role in reducing the prevalence of non-communicable diseases.

Thousands of Ugandans crowd Prophet Mbonye's 2025 Honor Day

By Winfrey Owino   2025-09-02 17:24:52

Tens of thousands of people from around the world gathered on Monday, 1st September, to honour Prophet Elvis Mbonye during the 2025 Honour Day.

Property Developers Association partners with KNCCI to Boost Affordable Housing

By Winfrey Owino   2025-09-02 17:41:16

The Kenya Property Developers Association (KPDA) has signed a strategic partnership with the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) to unlock new financing models.

Nairobi forum warns Sudan war drawing in foreign fighters

By Winfrey Owino   2025-09-11 20:27:00

An African Union-backed forum in Nairobi on Thursday warned that Sudan’s war is attracting foreign fighters and armed groups that could destabilise neighbouring countries.

Health sector sounds alarm over Sh38.7 billion budget cut

By Winfrey Owino   2025-09-16 22:20:30

Health sector warns a Sh38.7 billion budget cut could derail Universal Health Coverage, worsen workforce gaps and slow diagnostic growth as demand for care continues to outpace supply.

Rugby union, SHA start health and wellness promotion drive

By Winfrey Owino   2025-10-09 08:00:00

The Social Health Authority (SHA) is to work with the national Rugby Union to promote health and fitness through sports as part of the Ministry's commitment to using sports for health promotion.

Report: Most Bungoma youth unaware of climate justice

By Winfrey Owino   2025-10-26 12:57:43

Most young people in Bungoma County lack awareness and understanding of climate justice, report by the Youth Initiative for Land in Africa (YILAA) shows.

Nairobi hosts World Health Expo, focusing on Africa's Health Future

By Winfrey Owino   2025-10-26 07:30:00

Nairobi hosted the World Health Expo at the KICC, three months after Kenya was declared East Africa's Digital Health hub in a push for UHC.