9 h. ago Ruto Defends Kenya–US Health Deal, Says Agreement Will Not Short

NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 10 – President William Ruto has assured Kenyans that the Kenya–United States Health Cooperation Framework will not be used to exploit the country or compromise the interests of its citizens. The President said the agreement is anchored on firm legal ground and guided by the principles of national security and the public […] The post Ruto Defends Kenya–US Health Deal, Says Agreement Will Not Short-Change Kenyans appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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9 h. ago 'Nobody will take advantage of Kenyans': Ruto defends health agreement signed with the US

'Nobody will take advantage of Kenyans': Ruto defends health agreement signed with the US  Citizen Digital

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12 h. ago Ruto Defends Kenya–U.S. Health Pact, Highlights $1.6 Billion Cooperation Framework

NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 10 – President William Ruto has hailed the relationship between Kenya and the United States as solid, emphasizing that the deep diplomatic connection is entering a transformative new phase. The President’s comments follow the signing of a landmark Health Cooperation Framework in Washington D.C., which commits the U.S. to providing $1.6 billion […] The post Ruto Defends Kenya–U.S. Health Pact, Highlights $1.6 Billion Cooperation Framework appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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53 h. ago MoH publishes full Kenya–US health deal after public pressure

NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 8 – The Ministry of Health has released the full 37-page agreement on the Sh208 billion Kenya–US Health Cooperation Framework, making the document publicly accessible for the first time. In a statement shared on its official X handle, the Ministry said the publication was done “in line with Article 35 on Access […] The post MoH publishes full Kenya–US health deal after public pressure appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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68 h. ago U.S. Embassy, CS Duale Move to Calm Fears Over Kenya’s Patient Data Privacy

The Ministry of Health has dismissed allegations that the government traded off Kenyans’ personal medical data under the newly signed health cooperation deal between Kenya and the United States. Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale issued a statement on Sunday reaffirming that the agreement clearly safeguards Kenya’s ownership of all health data and the intellectual property associated with the systems covered under the deal. According to Duale, the framework focuses strictly on aggregate-level data, such as national reports and dashboard summaries, and does not authorize the sharing of private information, including names, ID numbers, phone contacts, physical addresses, or individual medical The post U.S. Embassy, CS Duale Move to Calm Fears Over Kenya’s Patient Data Privacy appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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5 d. ago #Kenya signs landmark health deal with #US despite data fears Kenya has signed a historic five

#Kenya signs landmark health deal with #US despite data fears Kenya has signed a historic five-year health agreement with the US, the first such pact since Donald Trump's administration overhauled its foreign aid program. The $2.5bn (£1.9bn) deal is aimed  facebook.com

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5 d. ago Govt assures public on data privacy in new USD1.6bn health deal

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 5 – Kenya has moved to ease growing public concern over data privacy following the signing of a new Health Cooperation Framework and Data Sharing Agreement with the United States, assuring citizens that their personal health information remains fully protected under Kenyan law. In a statement issued in Washington, D.C., Health Cabinet […] The post Govt assures public on data privacy in new USD1.6bn health deal appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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6 d. ago Ruto witnesses historic signing of Ksh.207B health funding agreement with USA

Ruto witnesses historic signing of Ksh.207B health funding agreement with USA  Citizen Digital

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6 d. ago US inks health aid deal with Kenya in first such agreement since Trump dismantled USAID

US inks health aid deal with Kenya in first such agreement since Trump dismantled USAID  TRT World

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7 d. ago Kenya: Health Workers Issue Strike Notice to Compel Govt to Sign Agreement

Kenya: Health Workers Issue Strike Notice to Compel Govt to Sign Agreement  allAfrica.com

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7 d. ago Health Workers issue 21 Day strike notice to compel Govt to sign CBA

NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 3-The health sector is bracing for fresh turmoil after the Kenya Union of Clinical Officers (KUCO) issued a 21-day strike notice, accusing the Ministry of Health and the Council of Governors of reneging on key labour agreements and dragging their feet on a long-awaited Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). In a letter to […] The post Health Workers issue 21 Day strike notice to compel Govt to sign CBA appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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7 d. ago ‘Five Countries Defaulted, Kenya Didn’t’: Ruto Says His Tough Calls Averted National Shame

President William Ruto has strongly defended his administration’s tough economic measures, saying he was forced to make difficult but necessary decisions to stop Kenya from defaulting on its debts and plunging the country into global embarrassment. Speaking at State House on Tuesday while receiving the Jukwaa la Usalama report, Ruto said he remains committed to leading with honesty and transparency, especially about the financial crisis his administration inherited. “There is a job you people gave me to be the President of Kenya and that work, I want to address you about it,” Ruto told the security teams. “When someone is The post ‘Five Countries Defaulted, Kenya Didn’t’: Ruto Says His Tough Calls Averted National Shame appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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1 week ago President Ruto Urges Women to Leverage Affirmative Action for Economic Empowerment

NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 27 – President William Ruto has urged Kenyan women to take advantage of the government’s affirmative action initiatives to empower themselves economically. The President pointed out that some government programmes such as the Hustler Fund closely mirror women table banking initiatives across the country. “I want to tell women who have money […] The post President Ruto Urges Women to Leverage Affirmative Action for Economic Empowerment appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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2 w. ago Maraga Questions Kenya’s Labour Exodus as Ruto Defends Global Jobs Plan

Maraga Questions Kenya’s Labour Exodus as Ruto Defends Global Jobs Plan  Dawan Africa

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2 w. ago Can Ruto convince Kenyans on the economy? Hits and misses ahead of annual address

NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 20 — President William Ruto heads to Parliament on Thursday for his State of the Nation Address amid mounting pressure over economic performance, revenue collection gaps, debt repayment strains, and growing questions about the credibility of his bottom-up transformation agenda. As he prepares to defend his record, Ruto’s economic scorecard is weighed […] The post Can Ruto convince Kenyans on the economy? Hits and misses ahead of annual address appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 w. ago Kenya's Ruto Defends Labour Migration Policy Amid Rising Abuse Cases | Firstpost Africa

Kenya's Ruto Defends Labour Migration Policy Amid Rising Abuse Cases | Firstpost Africa  Firstpost

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3 w. ago Ruto Defends Kenya’s Labour Migration Policy Amid Abuse Concerns Abroad

President William Ruto has defended Kenya’s labour migration policy, highlighting its role in creating jobs for Kenyan workers and driving economic growth, even as public concern over worker abuse abroad intensifies. Speaking on Monday, November 17, at the opening of the 14th International Association of Refugee and Migration Judges (IARMJ) World Conference in Nairobi, Ruto outlined the government’s efforts to expand bilateral labour agreements and open more employment opportunities overseas. He highlighted recent deals with Germany and Austria and ongoing negotiations with Qatar as examples of Kenya’s push for “positive, orderly migration.” Ruto revealed that in the past two years, The post Ruto Defends Kenya’s Labour Migration Policy Amid Abuse Concerns Abroad appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 w. ago President Ruto urges judges to defend refugees’ rights and judicial independence

NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 17 – President William Ruto has called on judges handling refugee and migration cases to uphold fairness, courage and independence as they confront growing challenges facing displaced people around the world. The President said judicial officers carry a “solemn duty” to ensure that every refugee and migrant who comes before them finds […] The post President Ruto urges judges to defend refugees’ rights and judicial independence appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 w. ago Kenya and US Finalize Health Partnership to Boost Universal Health Coverage

Kenya is set to strengthen its health partnership with the United States through a new bilateral agreement aimed at boosting Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and combating diseases such as HIV, tuberculosis, and malaria. Speaking on Thursday, Treasury Principal Secretary Chris Kiptoo pointed out that the government is focused on sustainable and well-coordinated health financing to ensure all Kenyans access quality healthcare, even amidst economic challenges. “The Government of Kenya is focused on building sustainable, predictable, and well-coordinated financing for its health priorities, including Universal Health Coverage,” Kiptoo said. He said despite a constrained fiscal environment, the government is committed to The post Kenya and US Finalize Health Partnership to Boost Universal Health Coverage appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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4 w. ago President Ruto urges Kenyan youth to take advantage of labor export opportunities.

President Ruto urges Kenyan youth to take advantage of labor export opportunities.  facebook.com

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