Health/Eco News
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Joyce Koech, a climate and environment justice activist from Kenya, is gaining recognition within African climate action circles for her involvement in global and regional climate initiatives. Her work focuses on climate justice, mangrove conservation, and empowering vulnerable communities. Mangrove Conservation and Community Empowerment Koech co-founded Blue Earth, a Mombasa-based organization led by women and […]
Doctors have voiced support for the government’s effort to lift a court freeze on a Sh209 billion health partnership with the United States, citing disruptions to essential medical treatment for millions of Kenyans. The Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Union (KMPDU) argues the suspension is creating a critical gap in healthcare services. Impact of the […]
Djibouti President Ismail Omar Guelleh inaugurated the International Climate Adaptation Forum (ICAF 2026) on Monday, January 19, 2026. The three-day forum is focused on addressing environmental challenges in the Horn of Africa. Forum Objectives ICAF 2026, scheduled to run until January 21, has convened national and international stakeholders. Participants include climate experts, development partners, and […]
The Ministry of Health is intensifying efforts to address Sickle Cell Disease (SCD), a significantly under-recognized public health challenge in Kenya. Key initiatives underway include revising clinical guidelines, expanding newborn screening programs, and establishing a National Sickle Cell Disease Registry. Approximately 14,000 children are born with SCD in Kenya each year, a lifelong condition requiring […]
Ten study sites were selected across ten African river basins, considering geographical, socio-economic, and political factors. Challenges were encountered during site selection, including ongoing conflict in Eastern Congo. The research aimed to understand local perceptions of climate change and adaptation strategies. Data collection and analysis Villages were selected along the river basins, accessible by road. […]
Civil society organizations held a demonstration in Nairobi on January 16, 2026, to express concerns regarding a legal challenge to the Kenya–US Bilateral Cooperation Framework. The framework provides funding for HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria programs. Members of the National Empowerment Network of People Living with HIV/AIDS in Kenya (NEPHAK) organized the protest, urging Busia Senator […]
For Laurence Omondi, receiving distressing calls about mothers detained in hospitals is a familiar and deeply personal experience. One recent call, however, has resonated particularly strongly: a teenage mother who had given birth to a preterm baby in a public hospital, only to be detained when she couldn’t pay the bill after the infant did […]
The Kenya National Union of Nurses and Midwives (KNUNM) has voiced concerns regarding unmet obligations from government employers and stakeholders. The union alleges its members are experiencing discrimination and inequitable treatment, stemming from unfulfilled agreements. KNUNM members have issued a seven-day ultimatum, threatening industrial action if their grievances are not addressed. Unimplemented Salary Structures County […]
Recent flooding in South Africa’s Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces has resulted in fatalities and widespread damage. The Kruger National Park has temporarily suspended visits and evacuated some guests and staff. At least 19 people have died in South Africa due to recent torrential rains and subsequent flooding, which has damaged thousands of homes. Impact on […]
Safaricom, Kenya’s largest telecommunications provider, has addressed concerns regarding unexplained deductions from M-PESA user accounts. The company attributes these transactions to pre-approved standing orders related to payments for the new health levy. The clarification comes after numerous customers reported noticing funds being withdrawn from their M-PESA wallets without a confirmation screen appearing, raising concerns about […]