Kenya Launches National Surgical Services Strategic Plan to Improve Healthcare
Dr. Oluga highlighted that surgical care is a critical component of quality healthcare. Key reform enablers include health financing through the Social Health Authority, commodity security, digitalization, and health workforce development. With nearly 29 million Kenyans registered under the Social Health Authority, patients will have better access to care and financial protection.
Police Crack Down on Criminal Gangs in Nakuru
According to police, the operation was carried out after gathering intelligence on the gangs’ activities. In one of the raids, 12 suspects were arrested in a cramped one-room house in Kaloleni Estate, where they were allegedly planning their next move.
Gabby Thomas Sets Meet Record and Completes Sprint Double in Nairobi
Gabby Thomas, the reigning Olympic 200-meter champion, delivered a statement performance on Friday night, winning both the 100 meters and 200 meters at the Absa Kip Keino Classic and setting a new meet record in the latter. Competing at Nyayo National Stadium, Thomas first claimed the 100 meters in 11.01 seconds, narrowly missing her…
Wanyonyi Shines in 1500m as Kip Keino Classic Delivers Thrills
Olympic 800m champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi delivered an eye-catching performance to win the men’s 1500m at the Absa Kip Keino Classic on Friday. Stepping out of his preferred two-lap event, Wanyonyi proved his versatility by powering to victory in a personal best time of 3:34.11. He held off a strong challenge from Olympic 1500m bronze medallist…
MECS Injects KES 97 Million Into Kenyan Clean Cooking Startups to Accelerate Energy Transition
Deputy President Prof. Kindiki Kithure witnesses the signing of MoU To Unlock Clean Cooking Solutions For Public Institutions in Makueni.The signing is by Makueni Governor Mutula Kilonzo and Nyamolo Abagi, Director Clean Cooking at CLASP as government and CLASP officials look on.The partnership targets over 4,500 people across 63 vocational training centers cross Makueni County and coincides with the…
Equity Bank Unveils Digital Solutions to Ease Back-to-School Pressure for Parents
As the back-to-school season approaches, many parents and guardians are once again grappling with the financial and logistical demands that come with preparing children for a new term. For most households, the season begins quietly in early morning reflections, daily commutes, or repeated mental calculations as families plan how to meet multiple expenses ranging…
King Kanja Drops ‘Daima Mkenya’ Anthem Celebrating Kenyan Identity
Kenyan US-based recording artist King Kanja has released a new single titled Daima Mkenya, an Afro-fusion anthem celebrating Kenyan identity, culture, and national pride. The track, which debuted on April 24, 2026, is now available on YouTube and major streaming platforms, marking what the artist describes as a unifying cultural moment for Kenyans both locally…
Africa Urged to Take Firm Position in Global Pandemic Negotiations
Mr. Aggrey Aluso, Executive Director of Resilience Action Network Africa, speaks during a stakeholder forum on global pandemic negotiations and health equity. African countries have been called upon to adopt a firm and coordinated position in ongoing global pandemic negotiations, with stakeholders emphasising the need for equitable benefit-sharing from the continent’s biological resources. Speaking during…
Kibiwott Sets New Tree-Planting Guinness Record as Kenya Eyes Global Recognition
Kenya is on the brink of making environmental history after an environmentalist from Elgeyo Marakwet County successfully broke the Guinness World Records for the most trees planted within 24 hours. Hillary Kiplagat Kibiwott achieved the remarkable feat after planting 23,326 trees in a single day at Kessup Forest, surpassing the previous record of 23,060 trees…
Connected Africa Summit 2026 to Convene Policymakers and Tech Leaders in Nairobi
PS John Kipchumba Tanui and ICT Authority receive a cheque from Safaricom for the Connected Africa Summit 2026. NAIROBI, Kenya, April 2026 — Policymakers, innovators and technology leaders from across the continent are set to converge in Nairobi for the Connected Africa Summit 2026, scheduled to take place from April 27 to April 30, 2026,…
