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Stigma keeps Kenyan men from treatment, new data reveals

Fewer than one in three Kenyan men seek regular medical care, a 2022 government survey shows. Millions remain at risk from untreated conditions, especially in mental and sexual health.

By David Njaaga 2025-09-23 18:58:00

Stigma keeps Kenyan men from treatment, new data reveals

Does taking paracetamol while pregnant cause autism? No, experts say

By AFP 2025-09-23 18:12:37

EU proposes new delay to anti-deforestation rules

The EU said Tuesday it will seek a new one-year delay to sweeping anti-deforestation rules cheered by green groups but assailed by key trading partners from the United States to Indonesia.

By AFP 2025-09-23 18:03:35

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Report exposes how wildlife farms in Kenya fuel illegal trade

The majority of the legal wildlife farms in Kenya are engaged in the laundering of illegally-caught wild animals, a report has revealed.

By Caroline Chebet 2025-09-23 15:44:58

Report exposes how wildlife farms in Kenya fuel illegal trade

Cash-strapped hospitals turn away the poor amid SHA crisis

The Rural and Urban Private Hospitals Association of Kenya (Rupha) directed its members to suspend SHA services due to unpaid claims.

By Mercy Kahenda 2025-09-23 06:00:00

Cash-strapped hospitals turn away the poor amid SHA crisis

State banks on community conservancies to save endangered rhino species

The State will support community-driven wildlife conservancies to increase the numbers of endangered species, with priority given to rhinos.

By Ali Abdi 2025-09-22 19:06:21

State banks on community conservancies to save endangered rhino species

Rising costs, fraud push Africa healthcare to digital shift

Rising medical costs, rampant fraud are forcing insurers and corporate medical schemes in Africa to turn to digital health platforms to sustain financing and keep schemes afloat.

By David Njaaga 2025-09-22 13:46:33

Rising costs, fraud push Africa healthcare to digital shift

Private hospitals suspend SHA services over Sh10bn pending bills

Private hospitals in the country have suspended services under the Social Health Authority (SHA), citing ballooning pending bills and delayed claim settlements.

By Mike Kihaki 2025-09-22 13:17:21

Private hospitals suspend SHA services over Sh10bn pending bills

'Doctors' strike hurting patients,' says Kiambu community group

A community-based organisation in Kiambu has asked striking doctors to resume duty, warning that the ongoing industrial action is putting lives at risk.

By David Njaaga 2025-09-22 12:52:00

'Doctors' strike hurting patients,' says Kiambu community group

Experts warn of rising TB threat in Kenya as donor support declines

Kenya is listed among the top 30 countries with the highest burden of TB cases and deaths globally.

By Mercy Kahenda 2025-09-22 11:01:54

Experts warn of rising TB threat in Kenya as donor support declines

Back surgery gives new lease of life to retired radiographer

For over 15 years, Gilbert Aduda endured excruciating back pain that robbed him of even the simplest joys of life.

By Rodgers Otiso 2025-09-22 09:00:00

Back surgery gives new lease of life to retired radiographer

New initiative aims to reduce methane emissions from cows

Dairy cows produce methane through their natural digestive processes, making them a significant source of agricultural greenhouse gas emissions, and a contributor to climate change.

By Nanjinia Wamuswa 2025-09-22 06:30:00

New initiative aims to reduce methane emissions from cows

Study: Women's unpaid work tied to child loss

Women often work longer hours than men, and much of this labour is unpaid and unrecognised, negatively impacting both their health and that of their children.

By Ayoki Onyango 2025-09-22 06:00:00