7 h. ago Teenage Mothers in Kenya to Receive Special Medical Cover, IDs Under New SHA Program

Teenage mothers in Kenya will no longer have to depend on their parents’ health insurance, thanks to a new government initiative that grants them independent medical coverage. The move marks a major step in bridging long-standing gaps in adolescent maternal healthcare. The Social Health Authority (SHA) has launched a specialized health coverage program targeting pregnant teenagers and young mothers. This is part of a broader reform to strengthen Kenya’s healthcare system following the rollout of the national health insurer last year. Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale announced the program, reaffirming the Kenya Kwanza administration’s dedication to achieving Universal Health Coverage The post Teenage Mothers in Kenya to Receive Special Medical Cover, IDs Under New SHA Program appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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21 h. ago 16 Treated at KNH from Nairobi Protests, Including Trader Shot in the Head

NAIROBI, Kenya June 18 – Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) has confirmed that it received 16 patients injured during Tuesday’s #JusticeForOjwang protests in Nairobi, including a male trader who was shot in the head and remains in critical condition in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). In a statement issued Wednesday, the hospital said the man, identified […] The post 16 Treated at KNH from Nairobi Protests, Including Trader Shot in the Head appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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6 d. ago Govt Eyes Fresh IMF Financing to Stabilize Economy as Ksh465B Programme Nears Expiry

Kenya has formally approached the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to negotiate a new financing agreement as its current IMF-supported programmes approach their end. The government has relied heavily on the Extended Credit Facility (ECF) and Extended Fund Facility (EFF), which have provided over Ksh388 billion in funding during a time of severe debt strain. The IMF acknowledged receiving Kenya’s request and announced plans to send a mission team to Nairobi in September 2025 to begin formal negotiations. Speaking at a press briefing on June 11, 2025, Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) Governor Kamau Thugge confirmed that the government had already The post Govt Eyes Fresh IMF Financing to Stabilize Economy as Ksh465B Programme Nears Expiry appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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7 d. ago (WATCH) Kenya Receives Over 6mn Doses of TB and Polio Vaccines

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale on Thursday flagged off a major consignment of life-saving vaccines, signalling renewed momentum in Kenya’s child immunisation programme. The country has received over six million doses—3 million of the Bacille Calmette-Guérin (BCG) vaccine, which protects against tuberculosis, and 3.2 million doses of the Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV). The post (WATCH) Kenya Receives Over 6mn Doses of TB and Polio Vaccines appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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7 d. ago Kenya receives 3 million BCG doses as Ministry of Health races to end vaccine shortage

Kenya receives 3 million BCG doses as Ministry of Health races to end vaccine shortage  The Eastleigh Voice

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1 week ago Kenya Met Lists Nairobi, Kisumu Among Areas to Receive Rains for Next 4 Days

Kenya Met Lists Nairobi, Kisumu Among Areas to Receive Rains for Next 4 Days  Kenyans

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2 w. ago President Ruto receives credentials from six newly appointed envoys

NAIROBI, Kenya, June 4 — President William Ruto on Tuesday received credentials from six newly appointed foreign envoys, marking a renewed commitment to strengthening Kenya’s diplomatic ties across the globe. During a ceremony held at State House, Nairobi, the President welcomed five high commissioners and one ambassador accredited to Kenya. They include Ernest Rwamucyo of […]

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2 w. ago First black mayor of Dunstable receives delegation from Kenya

First black mayor of Dunstable receives delegation from Kenya  BBC

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3 w. ago Govt raises prices for Sugarcane Farmers from Sh5,300 to Sh5,500 per tonne

The price revision is part of ongoing industry reforms targeting the strengthening of Kenya's sugar sector while at the same time ensuring farmers receive fair compensation for their produce.

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3 w. ago Refugees in Kenya at risk of worsening hunger as WFP faces critical funding shortfall 

Around 720,000 refugees supported by WFP in Kenya will from June receive an in-kind food ration of just 28 percent and all cash assistance will halt, unless additional funding is received.

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last month (WATCH) Governor Natembeya charged with receiving Sh3mn from suppliers

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