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High Court Orders Homa bay Health Official to refund Ksh 10.9 Million in double salary.

The High Court of Kenya has ordered a senior health official in Homa Bay County to refund KSh 10,991,712 after ruling that he unlawfully …

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Surrogacy as a Hustle and also a bridge for mothers who cannot give birth.

For many women around the world, the dream of motherhood does not always come easily. Medical conditions, infertility, or complications during pregnancy mean that …

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DUALE WARNS HEALTH FACILITIES.

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has cautioned health facilities against denying treatment to patients under the Social Health Authority (SHA) due to system downtime, …

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Duale Warns Hospitals Against Denying Treatment During System Downtime.

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has issued a strong warning to hospitals across Kenya, declaring that no patient should be denied treatment because of …

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Over 227,000 Teachers Access Care Under New SHA Medical Scheme

More than 227,000 teachers have already accessed healthcare services under the Mwalimu Comprehensive Medical Cover since its transition to the Social Health Authority (SHA) …

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Ministry of Health Announces Temporary Shortage of Rotavac Frozen Rotavirus Vaccine

The Ministry of Health has formally announced a temporary shortage of the Rotavac Frozen rotavirus vaccine, the oral immunisation given to infants at 6, …

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SHA System Breakdown Disrupts Healthcare Across the Country

The Social Health Authority (SHA) has confirmed that a major digital systems outage has disrupted essential healthcare services nationwide after its key service provider …

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Duale Signs 2025/26 Performance Contracts, to ensure Accountability in Health Sector.

Aden Duale has signed the Ministry of Health’s Performance Contracts for the 2025/2026 financial year, setting the tone for stricter accountability, disciplined spending, and …

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Aden Duale Unveils Major Milestones as Kenya Fast-Tracks Universal Health Coverage Rollout.

 Cabinet Secretary for Health Hon. Aden Duale has outlined key milestones in the ongoing transformation of Kenya’s healthcare system, as the government accelerates implementation …

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𝐊𝐞𝐧𝐲𝐚 𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬 𝐋𝐨𝐧𝐠-𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐇𝐈𝐕 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.

hiv 3.jpeg 311.77 KBKenya has officially launched Lenacapavir, a groundbreaking long-acting injectable for HIV prevention, in a major step to curb new infections and …