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Kenya has begun a new phase in its HIV prevention strategy with the introduction of Lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP). The initiative, confirmed on February 17, 2026, marks Kenya as the first East African nation to implement this advanced prevention option. The rollout is a collaboration between the Ministry of Health and the […]
Africa is entering a critical phase in its energy transition, with nations across the continent striving to balance economic growth and climate responsibility. Despite contributing a small portion of global greenhouse gas emissions, Africa experiences significant impacts from climate change, including rising temperatures, droughts, floods, and food insecurity. A persistent challenge across sub-Saharan Africa is […]
Kenya has observed a decrease in malaria cases between 2023 and 2025. The Ministry of Health reports a decline from 104 to 72 cases per 1,000 population. This improvement is attributed to strengthened community health services, increased local production of antimalarial supplies, and Kenya’s involvement in the Zero Malaria Campaign. These efforts have positively impacted […]
Kenya has initiated a phased rollout of Lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable medicine for HIV prevention. The government’s action marks a significant advancement in the nation’s public health strategy and places Kenya among nine African countries pioneering this innovation. The introduction of Lenacapavir aims to address challenges associated with daily oral pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), including stigma […]
Kenya’s classification as a lower-middle-income country (LMIC) is creating challenges for its healthcare system. A new report indicates that the transition away from donor-funded grants is occurring faster than the country can compensate with domestic tax revenues, leading to increased reliance on concessional loans and a growing public debt. Impact of Funding Shifts A report […]
Livestock producers in southern Africa are adapting to climate change in complex ways, particularly on redistributed farms, according to a recent report from the Institute of Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies (PLAAS) at the University of the Western Cape in South Africa. The study examines strategies employed by small- and medium-scale livestock producers in Zimbabwe […]
The Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Education have formed a joint task force to coordinate health training programs with national health priorities. The decision followed a meeting between Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale and Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba. Task Force Formation and Objectives The newly established task force will assess current health […]
President William Ruto urged African nations to capitalize on global shifts in climate investment, positioning Africa as a leading hub for green industrialization. He highlighted the continent’s abundant renewable resources as ideal for climate adaptation and clean energy investments. The call came during a meeting chaired by President Ruto, on the sidelines of the 39th […]
The African Union’s 39th Ordinary Session is scheduled to take place in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on February 14–15. The summit’s theme is “Assuring Sustainable Water Availability and Safe Sanitation Systems to Achieve the Goals of Agenda 2063,” the African Union’s flagship development blueprint. The African Forum and Network on Debt and Development (AFRODAD) asserts that […]
Vice President Sebastien Pillay represented President Patrick Herminie at the Conference of African Heads of State and Government on Climate Change (CAHOSCC) meeting yesterday. Pillay, speaking on behalf of Seychelles as Chair of the African Island States Climate Commission (AISCC), urged African nations to move beyond pledges and focus on achieving tangible results in addressing […]