non-communicable diseases Stories

Kenya and world face growing health threat as ultra-processed foods flood markets and diets
Charity Kilei  |  Dec 08, 2025

A Lancet series and WHO warn that rising ultra-processed food consumption is fuelling non-communicable diseases worldwide, with growing impacts in Ken...

Research links medication found in Ozempic to higher risk of chronic cough
Charity Kilei  |  Dec 06, 2025

Researchers analysing about 500,000 GLP-1 users report a 12% higher risk of chronic cough, possibly via worsened acid reflux. The findings matter as O...

Treasury CS John Mbadi defends ballooning State House budget
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 05, 2025

Treasury CS John Mbadi has defended the sharp rise in State House spending, after figures showed over 80 per cent of its Sh7.68 billion annual budget...

Lenacapavir, long-acting injectables show strong potential in HIV treatment
Charity Kilei  |  Dec 03, 2025

New data from African trials and global studies show long-acting HIV injections can match daily pills for viral suppression and prevention, with fewer...

Government commits Sh27 billion to upgrade TVET institutions nationwide
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 02, 2025

Kenya has allocated Sh27 billion to upgrade TVET institutions and Sh2 billion for fast-tracked funding, targeting two million trainees by 2027 and exp...

Rwanda Cabinet approves reforms on transport, currency, climate
XINHUA  |  Nov 29, 2025

The Ministry of Infrastructure will roll out a modernised public transport model in the capital, Kigali, this December to improve reliability, efficie...

Agriculture CS Kagwe calls for affordable credit and real investment in Kenyan farmers
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 27, 2025

Kagwe argued that conventional lending models and donor interventions often fail because they do not address the realities farmers face on the ground.

Malava by-election: Two UDA primary aspirants awarded diplomatic posts
Mwangi Maina  |  Nov 25, 2025

The appointments were unveiled before an enthusiastic crowd, with the new attachés reading out their letters on stage from Mudavadi's phone.

Eastleigh’s 24-hour economy key to Kenya’s commerce, says CS Lee Kinyanjui
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Nov 20, 2025

CS Lee Kinyanjui pointed to the steady flow of goods and people as evidence of its continued support for national trade.

Senators summon Mudavadi over harassment, detention and deaths of Kenyans abroad
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 20, 2025

Mudavadi will appear before the National Security, Defence and Foreign Relations Committee, chaired by Isiolo Senator Fatuma Dullo, to explain the gov...

President Samia warns disputed election tainted Tanzania’s reputation, urges local resource mobilisation
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 19, 2025

President Samia Suluhu Hassan cautioned that this could undermine the government’s ability to obtain external financing as easily as it had during the...

IG Douglas Kanja urges court not to issue orders over political activity claims
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 19, 2025

The petitioners claim that IG Kanja undermined police independence by appearing at a presidential rally in Kieni, Nyeri County, on April 2, 2025, wher...

Cab fares to rise as government revises digital taxi rates to cushion drivers
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 19, 2025

Under the revised structure, vehicles with engines up to 1050cc will earn Sh33.1 per kilometre, up from Sh22, while cars with engines from 1051cc to 1...

Tanzania erupts as President Samia appoints daughter, son-in-law to powerful Cabinet posts
Mwangi Maina  |  Nov 17, 2025

Wanu and Mohammed, who are married, now enter the Cabinet together, a decision expected to intensify criticism from opponents who have long accused Pr...

Samia unveils new Tanzanian Cabinet as she seeks to boost governance and development
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 17, 2025

The changes, announced in a televised address from State House in Chamwino on Monday, reflect Samia's commitment to stronger governance, youth empower...

Study shows women under 50 face higher risk of colon growths from ultra-processed foods
Charity Kilei  |  Nov 16, 2025

The Ministry of Health encourages citizens to reduce consumption of ultra-processed foods and sugary drinks while promoting healthy, balanced diets ri...

Eight things that make you a nightmare cab passenger in Nairobi
Charity Pancras  |  Nov 16, 2025

Loud calls, drama, and poor timing make the ride even worse. Being calm, tidy, and ready when you order the cab keeps the trip smooth for everyone.

South Sudan President ousts vice president in abrupt purge, deepening uncertainty in Juba
Mwangi Maina  |  Nov 13, 2025

Bol - a businessman-turned-politician long regarded as one of Kiir's closest allies - had risen rapidly through the ranks this year.

Government unveils plan to commercialise NYS for youth jobs and skills
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 13, 2025

The government is establishing the National Youth Service Enterprise and Services Company, which will serve as the Service’s commercial arm.

Eight Kenyans released, three remain detained in Tanzania after election unrest - Mudavadi
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 12, 2025

The arrests and detentions followed post-election violence in the country, which left one Kenyan teacher shot dead and led to hundreds of deaths and i...

Cabinet backs data-driven plan to tame infrastructure overpricing
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 12, 2025

Cabinet noted that the adoption of the new pricing database will standardise cost data, making it easier to monitor projects, plan budgets, and mainta...

Cabinet approves Bill to speed up county funding in public finance reform
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 11, 2025

The Bill introduces a major reform to the county budget process by splitting the County Governments’ Additional Allocations Bill into two separate law...

Cabinet unveils new pricing framework to curb infrastructure costs
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 11, 2025

The Cabinet approved the dualling of the 23.5km Muthaiga-Kiambu-Ndumberi road, expanding the existing two-lane highway into a dual carriageway complet...

Cabinet approves Kenya’s diplomatic expansion to Vatican, Copenhagen, and Hanoi
Mwangi Maina  |  Nov 11, 2025

The Cabinet on Tuesday approved the establishment of a resident embassy in the Vatican City, a move aimed at deepening engagement with the Holy See an...

President Kiir sacks Petroleum Undersecretary after a week in office
Mwangi Maina  |  Nov 11, 2025

Salva Kiir has become known for abrupt personnel changes, often issued on Monday or Wednesday evenings and rarely explained.

Kenya’s justice system under strain amid rising mob justice, overcrowded prisons
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 11, 2025

Experts warn that the lack of coordination among public officers and infrastructure deficiencies are worsening access to justice.

10 things that make you a nightmare cab passenger in Nairobi
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Nov 09, 2025

The next time you hop into that back seat, close the door softly, say hello, and treat the ride like the brief partnership it is. After all, the road...

MPs outraged as Education CS reveals Sh1.1 billion paid to ghost students in public schools
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 05, 2025

The CS explained that no ministry officers had been interdicted because the verification exercise, which began on September 5, 2025, was still ongoing...

Mbadi confirms Treasury deliberately influencing shilling’s value against dollar
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 05, 2025

The IMF has expressed concern over the shilling’s narrow trading range, which has remained between Sh129.22 and Sh129.24 since the start of the year,...

Finance Committee slams CS Mbadi for dodging key oversight sessions
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 05, 2025

Kitui Rural MP David Mwalika questioned whether skipping committee meetings reflects the “kind of expertise that led to his poaching from ODM”.

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