Health/Eco News
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Kenya is facing a surge in cases of kala-azar, a deadly neglected tropical disease also known as visceral leishmaniasis. The disease, spread by sandflies, has seen a significant increase in recent years, impacting vulnerable populations and straining healthcare resources. Cases of kala-azar have risen from 1,575 in 2024 to 3,577 in 2025, according to Kenya’s […]
A new trend is emerging as climate change accelerates, raising concerns about a modern form of colonialism. Driven by carbon markets, renewable energy investments, and conservation efforts, Africa is increasingly viewed as a key resource for global climate action. However, critics argue this approach, termed “green colonialism,” transfers land control and environmental burdens to the […]
Climate change poses a growing threat to education in Eastern and Southern Africa, hindering children’s ability to learn and thrive. Disruptions to schooling are increasingly common due to climate shocks like heavy rainfall, extreme heat, drought, and landslides. Evidence of Disruption A growing body of evidence demonstrates that climate shocks directly and indirectly affect learners. […]
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Helios Investment Partners, based in London, has secured a second round of funding for its Helios Climate Fund, reaching a total of approximately $250 million. This initiative aims to address the significant funding gap for climate initiatives in Africa, where public finance currently covers only 10% of the continent’s needs. Proparco, the private sector financing […]
Weak climate targets from UK banks put them at risk of missing out on the “enormous opportunity” of Africa’s renewable energy revolution, financial experts have told The Independent. Rapidly falling costs for solar, wind, and battery technologies have accelerated the decarbonization of electricity systems worldwide, extending to Africa, a region that has historically struggled to […]
South African environmental law is undergoing a significant shift in how climate change is considered when making decisions about environmental authorizations (EA). Courts are increasingly recognizing climate change as a key factor in assessing whether a project is “needed and desirable,” particularly for fossil-fuel developments, under the National Environmental Management Act (NEMA). This legal trend […]
Defence College of Health Sciences is a constituent college of the National Defence University-Kenya. The university senate formally adopted the college on December 22, 2021, with a subsequent university meeting confirming the decision on January 20, 2022. Historical Development The institution began in 1991 as the Armed Forces Medical Training School, initially focused on providing […]
The African Union Commission (AUC) is working to expand climate innovations led by young people and women across the continent. This effort is part of a broader strategy to enhance Africa’s response to climate change. Innovations identified through the Africa Climate Action Innovation Hub address key sectors such as climate-smart agriculture, water access, renewable energy, […]
Researchers are suggesting a shift in Kenya’s approach to combating intestinal worms, advocating for targeted interventions over the current widespread mass drug administration program. A new national study highlights significant regional variations in worm infections, indicating that a one-size-fits-all strategy may be inefficient. Study Findings on Worm Prevalence A recent study published in the International […]