Health

The Ministry of Health has introduced a new plan to guarantee free primary healthcare services, with facilities required to clearly identify government-funded care through a Green Label Charter, Health CS Aden Duale has announced. The charter will be prominently displayed in all Level 2 and Level 3 public health facilities, …

Health advocates have expressed support for the government’s initiative to vaccinate schoolgirls against HPV, the virus responsible for cervical cancer. The vaccine is highly effective—90 to 100 per cent—in preventing HPV infections, particularly if administered before the onset of sexual activity, protecting against cancers and genital warts. Click here to …

The government is planning to establish a specialised anti-fraud police unit to combat the growing problem of unlicensed and untrained individuals offering illegal medical services in the country. Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale said the unit will spearhead a nationwide crackdown on fake clinics and unqualified practitioners, working closely with …

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has directed the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) to investigate doctors accused of publicly claiming involvement in or witnessing alleged miraculous healings during a recent religious crusade. In a statement, Duale said that while the government respects the role of faith and spirituality …

Kenya has once again missed out on a prestigious global health milestone after failing to meet the World Health Organization (WHO) criteria for ending mother-to-child HIV transmission. The disappointment comes as the WHO officially validated Brazil last week for successfully eliminating vertical transmission, leaving Kenya to grapple with a worrying …

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has directed the Social Health Authority (SHA) to reject insurance reimbursement claims from doctors who treat patients in private clinics during official working hours in public hospitals. Absenteeism among doctors in public facilities is a significant challenge in Kenya, with World Bank reports showing that …

The Social Health Authority (SHA) has named 82 new Principal Officers as part of efforts to strengthen its leadership, management, and operational capacity amid the ongoing rollout of the Social Health Insurance framework. In a notice dated December 11, 2025, SHA said the appointments followed a competitive and transparent recruitment …

The Ministry of Health (MoH) has dismissed concerns that Kenyans’ personal medical information will be shared under the new five-year health cooperation framework between Kenya and the United States. Signed on Thursday in Washington, the agreement aims to support Kenya’s priority health programs while enhancing the long-term sustainability of the …

A coalition of civil society organizations advocating for cancer patients has raised concerns over the Social Health Authority (SHA) system, describing it as a source of emotional and financial strain that threatens continuity of care. Speaking before the National Assembly Committee on Health, representatives of the Kenya Network of Cancer …

The National Assembly’s Departmental Committee on Health is set to meet representatives from the Kenya Network of Cancer Organisations (KENCO) at Parliament Buildings starting at 10 a.m. The meeting will address concerns raised in a petition regarding access to cancer treatment and healthcare services across the country. Click here to …