faith-based hospitals Stories

Faith-based hospitals warn of closure over unpaid SHA debts
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 26, 2025

Faith-based hospitals provide over 40 percent of healthcare services in Kenya, especially in rural areas where medical facilities are scarce.

Second Kenyan police officer killed in Haiti as gangs intensify attacks
Mwangi Maina  |  Mar 26, 2025

According to a statement by MSS spokesperson Jack Ombaka on Tuesday, the officer was inside an armored vehicle belonging to the Haitian National Polic...

Kenya Airways records first profit in 12 years, posts Sh5.4 billion net gain
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 26, 2025

The national carrier’s turnaround comes after a Sh22.6 billion loss in 2023, largely driven by foreign exchange gains.

RSF to lead Sudan's parallel Government as opposition alliance finalises power structure
Mwangi Maina  |  Mar 26, 2025

The Sudan People's Liberation Movement-North (SPLM-N), led by Abdel Aziz al-Hilu, has been allocated the deputy leadership position.

Kenyan police officer missing after ambush by gangs in Haiti
Mary Wambui  |  Mar 26, 2025

The incident happened nearly a week after another Kenyan officer was injured while conducting a security operation in Kenscoff within the Belot area i...

Garissa Teachers Training College staff decry unpaid salaries, threaten strike
Issa Hussein  |  Mar 25, 2025

The workers are now demanding an urgent meeting with the institution’s board members, Ministry of Education officials, and local leaders to resolve th...

Outrage as rights groups condemn widow’s assault in Nyamira
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 25, 2025

The woman was forcibly dragged and beaten by a group of men after refusing to take part in a burial ritual for her late ex-husband, an act that has be...

IEBC chair candidate Kissinger proposes AI to improve voter education, party nominations
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Mar 25, 2025

Kissinger emphasised that AI could play a key role in reaching a broader audience with timely, accurate information, ultimately improving voter partic...

Gender rule: IEBC Chair candidate Kissinger calls for inclusive and fair party primaries
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Mar 25, 2025

Kissinger acknowledged that political parties play a crucial role in the election cycle as they are the commission's biggest stakeholders.

Francis Kissinger roots for operationalisation of IEBC Fund to ensure sustainability of electoral process
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Mar 25, 2025

Kissinger said his main priority was the creation of a dedicated IEBC Fund, which he emphasized as critical for the sustainability of the electoral pr...

CJ Koome: Justice cannot be for sale or compromised for anything
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 25, 2025

Koome raised concerns about frequent case adjournments, which she said are a major cause of public frustration and declining confidence in the courts.

Battling TB amidst persistent challenges of stigma, poverty and gender gaps
Charity Kilei  |  Mar 25, 2025

By transforming health pathways and addressing gender disparities, Kenya can strengthen its TB response and improve health outcomes for all.

Kenyan pilot in ill-fated cargo plane that crashed in Somalia buried in Nairobi
Hassan Mohamed  |  Mar 24, 2025

His burial was attended by family, friends and colleagues who worked with him at Wilson Airport where he operated.

Met says Kenya to experience continued rainfall this week, occasional dry spells
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 24, 2025

In the coming week, parts of the northwestern and coastal regions will receive occasional rainfall, though this may not meet the official criteria for...

Anne Amadi defends her readiness for high-pressure IEBC chairperson role
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 24, 2025

Amadi stressed that leadership at the IEBC requires a balance of firmness and teamwork to ensure the institution functions smoothly.

Magistrate Lorot defends his record as he expresses readiness to be IEBC chair
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 24, 2025

The IEBC selection panel, chaired by Dr Nelson Makanda, is currently interviewing 11 shortlisted candidates for the chairperson’s position.

Feeding hope: Kenya launches Sh648.2 billion initiative to tackle hunger
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 24, 2025

Forecasters warn of potentially depressed rainfall in upcoming months, particularly in northern counties, further exacerbating food insecurity and com...

IEBC selection panel begins interviews to pick new chairperson, 6 commissioners
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 24, 2025

A petition filed by the lobby group Operation Linda Jamii seeks to bar Nyachae and Mdivo from the selection process, arguing that they currently hold...

Doctors say Pope Francis requires two months of rest as he leaves hospital after five weeks
Reuters  |  Mar 24, 2025

During his 38 days in hospital, the pope experienced four acute episodes of what the Vatican termed "respiratory crises", which involved severe coughi...

Ruto: They will get mad but I will keep building churches, just like the affordable houses
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 23, 2025

Despite huge criticism, Ruto remains resolute in his stance, arguing that building churches aligns with his vision for the country.

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