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Topic: Healthcare

SHA hasn't paid healthcare centres Sh5.5b since February, say workers

By Mercy Kahenda   2026-06-16 20:47:58

Health facilities claim SHA owes Sh5.5 billion in unpaid claims since February, causing drug shortages, unpaid staff and disrupted patient care.

PS Muthoni defends SHA, urges leaders to keep politics out of healthcare

By Juliet Omelo   2026-06-14 19:59:39

Public Health and Professional Standards Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni has defended the government's healthcare reforms and urged leaders to stop politicising health matters.

43 of healthcare workers in Kenya report depression symptoms, New study shows

By Ryan Kerubo   2026-06-14 20:16:36

A new study suggests that many health workers are grappling with mental health challenges, raising important questions about workforce wellbeing and the quality of care patients receive.

Ebola and politics of trust in healthcare system

By Wanja Maina   2026-06-13 21:46:05

Kenya’s proposed Ebola facility has sparked debate on devolution, rights, and health priorities amid concerns over governance, trust, and system preparedness.

New maternity unit brings healthcare closer to families in Gikomba

By Ryan Kerubo   2026-06-12 16:11:55

Nairobi County has opened a fully operational 36-bed maternity wing at Pumwani Majengo Health Centre.

KMPDU condemns assault of healthcare workers at Gertrude's Children's Hospital

By Ronald Kipruto   2026-06-09 21:10:46

KMPDU has condemned the alleged assault of healthcare workers at Gertrude's Children's Hospital in Muthaiga, Nairobi.