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David Njaaga

David Njaaga writes for the Standard Health

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Kenya's smart appliances market set to double by 2029 on rising demand

By David Njaaga 2025-03-02 14:14:00

KMPDU, civil servants threaten strike over medical cover dispute

Civil servants have threatened to stage a nationwide strike from Monday, March 18, if the government fails to resolve the ongoing medical cover dispute linked to the Public Officers Medical Fund.

By David Njaaga 2025-03-04 16:38:04

Kisii records 61 cases of diarrhoea linked to contaminated water

The Ministry of Health has reported an outbreak of an illness presenting with diarrhoea, fever, abdominal pain and headaches in South Mugirango, Kisii County, with 61 cases identified.

By David Njaaga 2025-03-04 18:08:15

Kisii records 61 cases of diarrhoea linked to contaminated water

The Ministry of Health has reported an outbreak of an illness presenting with diarrhoea, fever, abdominal pain and headaches in South Mugirango, Kisii County, with 61 cases identified.

By David Njaaga 2025-03-04 18:08:15

Government to settle NHIF debts, prioritise small hospitals

Government will settle outstanding debts owed by the now-defunct National Health Insurance Fund to healthcare providers, prioritising hospitals with claims of Sh10 million and below.

By David Njaaga 2025-03-05 18:14:41

Government to settle NHIF debts, prioritise small hospitals

China's AI rise reshapes Africa's tech future amid global rivalry

China’s rapid advances in artificial intelligence (AI) are shifting the global tech landscape, with Africa emerging as a key player in this evolving dynamic.

By David Njaaga 2025-03-11 18:37:14

China's AI rise reshapes Africa's tech future amid global rivalry

Doctors, civil servants to hold mass protest over salaries, medical cover

Doctors and civil servants to protest on Tuesday, March 18, over proposed intern doctor pay cuts and the government's failure to fund the Public Officers Medical Fund under SHA.

By David Njaaga 2025-03-12 17:54:30

Doctors, civil servants to hold mass protest over salaries, medical cover

Kenya pushes for tougher global drug controls at Vienna summit

Kenya has called for enhanced global collaboration in tackling the misuse of controlled substances, urging further evaluation of drugs posing public health risks.

By David Njaaga 2025-03-12 18:25:39

Kenya pushes for tougher global drug controls at Vienna summit

Kenyan engineers push AI frontier with global partnerships

Kenyan engineers are spearheading the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into their profession, positioning the country as a leader in AI-driven engineering solutions.

By David Njaaga 2025-03-16 13:23:01

Kenyan engineers push AI frontier with global partnerships

Hearing loss: What your ears aren't telling you - until it's too late

For many, hearing is a silent gift, unnoticed until it begins to fade. In Kenya, where conversations weave through matatus, marketplaces and homesteads, the gift of hearing is often taken for granted.

By David Njaaga 2025-03-17 11:45:20

Hearing loss: What your ears aren't telling you - until it's too late

Private hospitals demand unpaid claims as health ministry issues closure threats

KAPH has criticised the Ministry of Health for threatening to shut down private healthcare facilities over concerns raised about SHA scheme, citing millions in unpaid claims.

By David Njaaga 2025-03-18 19:04:07

Private hospitals demand unpaid claims as health ministry issues closure threats

Doctors, clinical officers protest over pay cuts, job security

Healthcare workers took to the streets on Tuesday, demanding fair treatment and job security, warning of a nationwide strike if intern salaries were cut.

By David Njaaga 2025-03-18 17:37:00

Doctors, clinical officers protest over pay cuts, job security

Startup seeks to make eyewear affordable, accessible through innovation

A startup is challenging the eyewear industry by offering low-cost, high-quality glasses through a scalable distribution model aimed at underserved communities.

By David Njaaga 2025-03-19 18:56:00