Embu County – has witnessed a notable decline in its HIV infection rate, which has decreased to 2.0 percent in 2023, down from 3.7 percent in 2015. Governor Cecily Mbarire attributed this success to the concerted efforts, determination, and collaborat…
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Kiambu County Marks Progress in HIV/AIDS Fight with Reduced Prevalence
Nairobi – Kiambu County has witnessed a notable decrease in HIV/AIDS prevalence, with the rate dropping from 2.3 percent to 2.1 percent. Kiambu County Governor Kimani Wamatangi announced this significant decline, highlighting a reduction in cases from…
Read moreKitui County Launches Advanced Cancer Care CenterGobabis Mayor Calls for Increased Funding in Community-Led HIV/AIDS Efforts
Nairobi – In a significant advancement for healthcare in Kenya, Kitui County has inaugurated a modern cancer care center at the Kitui County Referral Hospital, marking a crucial step in the countywide battle against cancer. The center, equipped with s…
Read moreKitui County Launches Advanced Cancer Care Center
Nairobi – In a significant advancement for healthcare in Kenya, Kitui County has inaugurated a modern cancer care center at the Kitui County Referral Hospital, marking a crucial step in the countywide battle against cancer. The center, equipped with s…
Read moreElgeyo Marakwet Committee Pushes for Emergency Fund Amidst Disasters
The Elgeyo Marakwet El-Niño Inter Agency Committee has urged the county assembly to establish an emergency fund to better respond to disasters in the region. Paul Suter, the chairperson of the disaster preparedness committee, raised concerns about the…
Read moreRangwe Leaders Call for Firm Action Against Sexual and Gender-Based Violence
Nairobi – Rangwe Deputy County Commissioner (DCC) Alfet Jillo has strongly warned local chiefs and village elders against settling Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) cases through informal mechanisms. Jillo emphasized that SGBV, including defilem…
Read moreMarsabit County Grapples with Floods, Urgent Recovery Measures Needed
Marsabit County, is facing a severe crisis due to the ongoing torrential rains, affecting over 4,000 households and exacerbating the food insecurity crisis for 206,000 people, a situation worsened by the preceding drought. A rapid assessment led by th…
Read moreMigori Celebrates Graduation of HIV-Exposed Infants Free from Infection
Nairobi – In a significant milestone for public health, Migori County has celebrated the graduation of 267 HIV-exposed infants who have remained free of the virus. This event, marking World AIDS Day, offers renewed hope for a future free of HIV transm…
Read moreSiaya Artisans Set Sights on Victory at Regional MSE Trade Fair in Burundi
Nairobi – A group of 40 Jua Kali artisans from Siaya County, led by the County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Trade Grace Agola, are poised to compete for the top spot at an upcoming trade fair in Burundi. The delegation aims to showcase the ra…
Read moreNATHEPHA Elects New Leaders, Seeks Government Support for Herbal Research
Nairobi – In Nairobi, the National Traditional Medicine Practitioners Association (NATHEPHA) conducted its historic national elections at Kariokor Social Hall on November 30, 2023, to bolster the organization and unite herbal medicine doctors. The ele…
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