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Kenya’s Health Ministry Directs SHA to Reimburse Maternity Services at Level 2 & 3 Facilities

The Ministry of Health has issued a policy directive to the Social Health Authority (SHA) mandating that qualifying Level 2 and Level 3 healthcare …

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Chatunga Mugabe to Appear in Court Over Attempted Murder Charge in Johannesburg Shooting

The son of former Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe and a co-accused are set to appear before the Alexandra Magistrates Court on Monday morning.Bellarmine “Chatunga” …

International

US East Coast Declares State of Emergency as ‘Bomb Cyclone’ Triggers Travel Bans and School Closures

Several U.S. East Coast states have declared a state of emergency and restricted non-essential travel as a powerful snowstorm sweeps through the region.Authorities say …

International

Why Tensions Between the united states and Iran are rising again

International attention has intensified following renewed tensions between the United States and Iran, as military positioning and political rhetoric raise concerns about potential escalation …

International

Popular actor Eric Dane dies at 53

Eric Dane, the actor best known for his roles on Grey's Anatomy and Euphoria, has died less than a year after revealing he had …

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President Ruto Reappoints Key Board Chairs and Members in Tourism, Health, Youth and Other Sectors

 President William Ruto has reappointed and appointed several key figures to chair and serve on boards, councils and advisory committees across various government institutions …

International

Four Years of war: Ukrainians Grieve Homes , Families and lost normal

For millions of Ukrainians, the past four years have been marked by unimaginable loss. Homes reduced to rubble, families torn apart, and the constant …

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"Uganda Debates Body shaming After Muhoozi Kainerugaba comments

Muhoozi Kainerugaba Sparks Controversy Over ‘Nyashless’ Women RemarksBy Diana NduluKampala, Uganda — Uganda’s military chief, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has ignited a heated national debate …

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Russian Embassy denies involvement in recruitment of Kenyans to fight against Ukraine

 The Russian Embassy in Kenya has strongly denied allegations that it or its staff helped recruit Kenyan citizens to fight in Russia’s war in …

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Cancer Emerges as the Leading Diagnosis at Coastal ReferaL Centre.

Since cancer treatment services were decentralized from Nairobi to the Coast region, cervical cancer has surged as the most commonly treated cancer at the …