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Topic: Health

Sakaja orders health facilities to switch banks, sparks concerns

By Pkemoi Ng'enoh   2025-11-12 21:02:48

Questions have emerged following Nairobi County’s decision directing all county health facilities to shift their banking from Cooperative Bank to Sidian Bank.

New health initiative fills gaps for uninsured residents in Nairobi

By David Njaaga   2025-11-11 13:32:33

A new health initiative targeting underserved communities has provided free medical, dental, and optical services to over 620 residents of Riruta, Nairobi.

Health experts push for integrated health action

By Juliet Omelo   2025-11-10 11:23:31

Studies indicate that over 60 per cent of human infectious diseases originate from animals, with nearly 75 per cent of emerging infections classified as zoonotic.

Diana Dee announces pregnancy, skips Lodwar show over health concerns

By Molly Chebet   2025-11-09 18:12:44

Diana Dee, wife of entertainer VJ Patelo, has announced her pregnancy and pulled out of a scheduled Lodwar show due to health concerns.

Duale names new members to key health sector boards

By Mike Kihaki   2025-11-11 09:17:22

Health CS Aden Duale appoints new members to Kenya Board of Mental Health, Pharmacy and Poisons Board for a period of 3 years, effective November 7.

Health experts push for self-reliance as donor funding shrinks

By David Njaaga   2025-11-08 17:08:01

As donor funding for Africa’s major health programs drops, policymakers urge self-reliance through domestic resource mobilisation and stronger multi-sector partnerships to sustain health systems.