Taifa Care Reaches 19 Million Kenyans, Transforms Healthcare Access
Kenya’s healthcare system has achieved a significant milestone as the Taifa Care program now covers 19 million citizens, marking a 146% increase from the previous NHIF membership. Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura announced these impressive figures today during a media briefing, showcasing the program’s success in making healthcare more accessible and affordable for Kenyans. Launched in…
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PLHIV Leaders Unite at Nairobi Summit to Strengthen Global HIV Response.
Over 30 leaders of national networks of people living with HIV (PLHIV) from across the world gathered in Nairobi this week for the PLHIV Leadership Summit 2025, hosted by the National Network of People Living with HIV in Kenya (NEPHAK) in collaboration with the Global Network of People Living with HIV (GNP+). The two-day summit,…
Kenya Faces Vaccine Crisis as GAVI Payments Stall, KEWOPA Warns.
While celebrating Kenya’s progress in child immunization—now reaching 85% coverage—the Kenya Women Parliamentary Association (KEWOPA) has issued a stark warning about looming vaccine shortages. The group’s concern stems from Kenya’s failure to meet its $12.4 million co-financing obligation to GAVI for the current fiscal year. With the June 30 payment deadline just months away, health…
KELIN Fights to Keep HIV and TB Treatment Available for All.
The Kenya Legal & Ethical Issues Network on HIV and AIDS (KELIN) and community health advocates are pushing for urgent action to ensure no Kenyan misses life-saving HIV and TB treatment. Their plan focuses on three key areas: steady medicine supply, more local funding, and better management of medical stocks. Thousands of Kenyans rely on…
Mulika Campaign Shines Light on Rape and Defilement in Nairobi Through Basketball.
In a bold move to combat the rising cases of rape and defilement, the Mulika Campaign was launched today at Umama Playgrounds in Kayole, Nairobi County. Combining a vibrant basketball tournament with urgent advocacy, the initiative seeks to expose systemic failures in addressing gender-based violence while empowering youth to demand accountability. Community leaders, coaches, and…
Health Officers Demand Urgent Funding Amid Disease Outbreaks.
Public Health Officers and Technicians sounded the alarm today during a high-stakes meeting, warning of a growing health crisis fueled by disease outbreaks and dwindling funding. The engagement, held this morning, focused on the urgent need to bolster preventive and promotive health services across the country. Recent outbreaks have painted a grim picture. In Wajir,…
50% of Campus Women Face Violence: Shocking Report Reveals Kenyan University Crisis.
A groundbreaking report on sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) in Kenya’s universities has revealed alarming statistics and sparked urgent calls for action.The report examines the prevalence of GBV, reporting mechanisms, and response systems, while advocating for survivor-centered, trauma-informed policies to support affected students. Wangu Kanja, founder of the Wangu Kanja Foundation and convener of the…
ICIPE Hosts Pioneering One Health Workshop.
Scientists and stakeholders from different countries gathered at the International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (ICIPE) in Nairobi for a transformative gender training workshop. The workshop focused on integrating the One Health approach with gender equality in agri-food systems and attracted participants from Ethiopia, Rwanda, Kenya and beyond. Discussions centered on how gender integration…
Amref Health Africa Charts New Path in Health Financing.
Amref Health Africa has taken a bold step in shaping the future of health financing across Africa by leading discussions on the transition of the Strategic Africa Resource Center (SPARC) project. The high-level meeting, held today, focused on Amref’s ongoing role in optimizing health sector resources and improving service delivery on the continent. SPARC, funded…
Kenya Decriminalizes Suicide, Paving Way for Better Mental Health Care.
Dr. Boniface Chitayi (right), a leading psychiatrist, and Dr. Christine Njambi (left) from the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) during a media briefing at a Nairobi hotel on February 14, 2025. Kenya has taken a historic step in mental health reform by decriminalizing attempted suicide, a move that experts say will help reduce stigma and…