Kenya’s Rising Crisis of Unsafe Abortions and Broken Promises.
A startling new report has exposed a growing public health emergency in Kenya, where nearly 800,000 induced abortions took place in 2023—many under unsafe conditions due to systemic healthcare failures. The study, released by Kenya’s Ministry of Health in collaboration with the African Population and Health Research Centre and the Guttmacher Institute, paints a grim…
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African Religious and Health Leaders Unite to Combat Maternal Deaths and Cervical Cancer.
Religious and health leaders from across Africa have converged in Nairobi for a groundbreaking initiative aimed at tackling two of the continent’s most pressing yet preventable health crises: maternal mortality and cervical cancer. The Faith in Action Health Conference, hosted by the Africa Health and Economic Transformation Initiative (AHETI), is bringing together Catholic bishops, Muslim…
East African Leaders Rally Against Gender Violence in Nairobi Summit.
More than 120 activists, policymakers, and youth leaders from five African nations have converged in Nairobi for a pivotal workshop addressing gender-based violence through positive masculinity. The two-day event at Pride Inn Luxury Boutique in Westlands brings together voices from Kenya, Ethiopia, South Sudan, Mali, and South Africa to challenge harmful gender norms and build…
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…
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…