Aden Duale Stories

Governor Abdulswamad tables proposal to curb abuse of prescription drugs in Mombasa
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 15, 2025

Under the proposed framework, the sale of addictive prescription drugs would be limited to pharmacies based in Level 4 and higher hospitals.

Ministry of Health, Council of Governors to fast-track delivery of digital health devices
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Apr 15, 2025

Among the resolutions are the acceleration of digital health system integration in counties, the distribution of essential medical devices, and the ab...

Cholera prevention: What you should know about how to prevent the spread
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 12, 2025

As of April 6, at least 97 cases—including a 1-year-old child—and six deaths had been reported across Migori, Kisumu and Nairobi counties.

Former Health CAS Mercy Mwangangi appointed CEO of Social Health Authority
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 11, 2025

Mwangangi, a specialist in health financing and policy, brings over 15 years of experience in areas such as universal health coverage, institutional r...

Government to post medical interns starting July 1 - Duale
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 10, 2025

Duale met with the Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists, and Dentists Union (KMPDU) on Thursday, promising to address issues raised by doctors ahe...

Duale to former CS Justin Muturi: There’s nothing wrong with me being close to seat of power
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 10, 2025

Despite their differing political views, CS Duale expressed a willingness to discuss the issue with Muturi.

Duale warns of fake drugs, calls for zero tolerance on corruption
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 09, 2025

He attributed the surge in counterfeit medicines to corruption. He urged all Semi-Autonomous Government Agencies (SAGAs) and regulatory bodies under t...

Health CS Duale inaugurates NHIF task force to audit pending claims worth Sh33 billion
Charity Kilei  |  Apr 07, 2025

The committee, chaired by James Masiro, comprises professionals from the private sector, county governments, and the Social Health Authority (SHA) and...

Six months after SHIF rollout, Kenyans continue to face challenges in accessing healthcare
Charity Kilei  |  Apr 06, 2025

While SHA has made promises to improve the healthcare system, including new commitments by Health CS Aden Duale, some experts believe the rollout was...

Duale: All public health facilities to transition to full digital system by October 1
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 01, 2025

Duale also announced the operationalisation of a 24/7 Taifa Care call centre, which is designed to provide continuous support and resolve health-relat...

Health CS Duale vows to ensure SHA settles hospital claims by the 14th of each month
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 01, 2025

According to the Ministry, SHA has already settled claims amounting to Sh24 billion, with an additional Sh2.1 billion paid under the primary health ca...

Health CS Aden Duale forms 19-member committee to review pending NHIF claims
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 30, 2025

The NHIF Pending Medical Claims Verification Committee will be responsible for determining the legitimacy of outstanding medical claims accumulated be...

Cabinet reshuffle: Duale appointed Health CS as Barasa takes Environment role
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 26, 2025

The changes are contained in the latest announcement signed by Head of Public Service Felix Koskei.

Take voter registration seriously, Coast, North Eastern leaders tell Kenyans
Farhiya Hussein  |  Mar 16, 2025

They emphasised the importance of civic engagement, arguing that political representation begins with voter registration and active participation in n...

Government can defend everything we promised Kenyans - Duale
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 27, 2025

The CS pointed out the country's reforestation efforts as an example of the government's commitment, highlighting Kenya's ambitious goal of planting 1...

Kenya Power-City Hall dispute exposed Sakaja's poor leadership – CS Duale
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 27, 2025

Duale condemned the actions of the county. "That was, I think, the lowest moment in terms of leadership of Nairobi County. You cannot use the environm...

Waste transporters to label vehicles according to waste types under new rules
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 18, 2025

The new rules, which have sparked a rush among waste management companies to redesign their transport vehicles, aim to address longstanding issues wit...

Duale cautions KFS to ensure only registered saw millers access forest plantations
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 12, 2025

CS Duale warned against the harassment of KFS officials, urging them to focus on sustainable forest management.

Former KWTA staff to be redeployed following agency's dissolution—Duale
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 23, 2025

KWTA disbanded its board and reassigned its chairperson and directors to other government positions as part of the dissolution process.

Land ownership row: CS Duale's remarks spark outrage in Lamu
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jan 16, 2025

Senator Shakila said Lamu already has enough land disputes and that it was inappropriate for CS Duale to say everyone has the right to live anywhere i...

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