Kenyan Court Fails to Hold Government Accountable for HIV and TB Drug Shortages Advocates Decry Ruling on World TB Day, Vow to Appeal

As the world marks World TB Day under the theme “Yes! We Can End TB Commit, Invest, Deliver,” Kenyan health advocates are confronting a stark judicial setback. The High Court in Kisumu has dismissed a petition seeking to hold the government accountable for chronic shortages of HIV and TB medicines a decision that campaigners say…

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Africa’s Battle Against Tuberculosis, Urgent Action Needed to Curb Rising Cases

Tuberculosis (TB) remains one of the world’s deadliest infectious diseases, with Africa bearing a significant portion of the global burden. The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that nearly 2.5 million people fell ill with TB in Africa in 2022, with approximately 424,000 deaths recorded. Despite advancements in medical treatment, the disease continues to thrive in…

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