Author: Eunice Onyancha
The Social Health Authority (SHA) has deployed the Taifa Care Health Management Information System (HMIS) for all Level 4 public healthcare facilities to strengthen digital healthcare management and streamline claims processing nationwide. In a notice issued on June 30, 2026, SHA stated that claims processing services previously handled through the SHA Provider Portal have transitioned […]
Senior police commanders across the country have been meeting over the past week to prepare for the June 25 anniversary of the 2024 Gen Z protests tied to the Finance Bill. While police officials say they don’t expect major demonstrations, different units have continued planning to ensure swift responses if unrest breaks out. At the […]
President William Ruto has announced the country will establish its first-ever National Ambulance Dispatch Centre, a move aimed at revolutionising emergency medical response across the country. He said the centre will coordinate emergency services nationwide, ensuring every Kenyan can access timely evacuation and emergency response services free of charge. Speaking at State House when he […]
Detectives in Etago, Kisii county have launched a murder investigation after a family searching for their missing relative discovered her body at Tabaka Mission Hospital mortuary. The incident was reported on Wednesday, June 17, after her relatives traced her body to the mortuary. The family told police they that had been searching for her after […]
A 27-year-old woman died after being attacked by an elephant in Samburu County. She was returning home from Maralal Town when the incident happened. Police and Kenya Wildlife Service officers said the woman, Veronica Lesajore was hurt at around 7:00 pm on June 6, 2026,as she was crossing Kirisia Forest on her way to Lpartuk […]
Inspectors in Kisumu are investigating the death of a woman found in a guest room at a bar in Obunga. The incident was reported on Monday when a room attendant discovered the woman unresponsive during cleaning. Police say the attendant found her lying naked on the floor of a room and quickly raised an alarm. […]
President William Ruto has defended the decision to set up the U.S.-backed Ebola quarantine facility at Laikipia Air Base in Nanyuki. He said he approved the project after receiving a direct request from the U.S., describing it as part of a long-standing health security partnership. According to him, the facility is meant to work in […]
President William Ruto has just announced a major boost for families living in Kenya’s ASAL area unveiling a Sh5 billion county livestock program meant to support pastoral this communities and help them keep their livelihoods strong despite harsh conditions.He mentioned rhus during the Madaraka celebrations speech in Wajir county. government’s comprehensive plans for livestock farming […]
The High Court of Kenya has blocked the U.S. backed agreement to construct an Ebola quarantine facility, delivering a significant blow to the Ruto administration and validating concerns from local health workers regarding biosecurity and lack of public participation. Despite the U.S funding proposal, the ruling halts the project, emphasizing the need for constitutional oversight […]
UNEP Nairobi has announced more than 20 job vacancies at its headquarters in Nairobi, creating opportunities for both recent graduates and experienced professionals. The available roles span different levels, including internships for entry level applicants, mid-career officer positions, and senior technical advisory roles for seasoned experts. UNEP is particularly seeking candidates with backgrounds in environmental […]
