Ethiopian Airlines Cargo Stories

Kenya among first to receive Ethiopian exports under historic AfCFTA launch
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 09, 2025

The inaugural shipment, dispatched by Ethiopian Airlines Cargo from Bole International Airport, comprised meat, vegetables, fruits, coffee, and beans,...

Investing in eye care could boost economy by Sh33 billion - report
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 09, 2025

Sight loss affects many aspects of life, leading to lower income, job loss, reduced school performance, increased caregiving duties, mostly for women'...

SHA begins review of cancer benefit package after patients’ protest
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 09, 2025

SHA also announced plans to meet representatives from the Kenya Network of Cancer Organisations (KENCO) next week to explore ways of improving support...

The right way to clean and care for your lenses
Charity Pancras  |  Oct 09, 2025

Use a drop of mild soap to gently wash lenses and frames, focusing on nose pads and hinges.

Senate probes Kang’ata Care over use of Sh172 million health funds
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 09, 2025

The initiative, introduced by Governor Irungu Kang’ata, aims to support 20,000 households by providing free medical services in the county’s public ho...

US introduces Sh129 registration fee for Green Card lottery starting October 2025
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 08, 2025

According to the Department, the new fee is intended to more fairly distribute the cost of the programme.

Mental health services now covered under SHA - CS Duale
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 08, 2025

The initiative, implemented under the Taifa Care Model and the Social Health Authority (SHA), marks the first time mental health has been formally inc...

Kenyan students to get National IDs and be registered as voters automatically at 18 under new Bill
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 07, 2025

Further amendments have been proposed to synchronise the issuance of IDs with voter registration before students complete secondary school.

Government proposes new health authority to regulate facilities, protect patients
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 07, 2025

The proposal is under the Quality Healthcare and Patient Safety Bill (No. 41 of 2025), which seeks to establish a comprehensive legal framework to pro...

Madagascar President appoints military general as prime minister amid mass protests
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 07, 2025

The Gen Z-led protests are now close to entering their third week, having erupted on September 25, with the movement behind the social media campaigns...

New hope for mothers as WHO unveils life-saving guidelines to tackle postpartum haemorrhage deaths
Charity Kilei  |  Oct 06, 2025

Globally, postpartum haemorrhage is the leading cause of maternal mortality, contributing to approximately 25 per cent of all maternal deaths.

Ruto waives ID replacement fees until after 2027 polls to boost voter registration
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 05, 2025

In addition to the ID announcement, President Ruto unveiled plans to establish two key financial instruments: the Infrastructure Fund and the Sovereig...

Government to roll out mass mobile ID registration drive in 11 days
Mary Wambui  |  Oct 03, 2025

The CS noted that policy interventions by the ministry had improved access to identification services, particularly among marginalised communities. Th...

How to bake classic vanilla cupcakes at home for friends and family
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Oct 04, 2025

Whether topped with swirls of creamy frosting or sprinkled with colourful decorations, these cupcakes bring smiles to every table.

World’s largest cruise ship, Legend of the Seas, set for 2026 debut after historic launch
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 03, 2025

The launch involved a 12-hour operation in which 92 million gallons of water, equivalent to more than 140 Olympic-sized pools, were pumped into the dr...

Recognising the risks: The growing burden of cardiovascular disease
Charity Kilei  |  Oct 02, 2025

Research estimates that controlling major risk factors like high blood pressure, obesity, poor diet, and smoking could reduce the risk of heart attack...

MoH, faith-based organisations agree on six-point plan for UHC
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 01, 2025

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale highlighted the importance of collaboration with faith-based organisations, emphasising their critical role in rea...

Madagascar's president announces dissolution of government
XINHUA  |  Sep 30, 2025

The announcement followed days of protests in major cities across the country, including the capital Antananarivo, over frequent power outages and wat...

High cost of living remains leading concern for Kenyans – Infotrak survey
Charity Pancras  |  Sep 28, 2025

Insecurity, crime, and extra-judicial killings were mentioned by fewer respondents, but remain significant challenges in the country.

Over 6,000 Kenyans join global run in Nairobi to raise awareness on maternal deaths
Charity Kilei  |  Sep 28, 2025

Globally, an estimated 260,000 women die annually from childbirth-related complications. Of these, around 70,000 deaths are due to postpartum haemorrh...

Wajir doctors to get promotions, training opportunities in new deal with county
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Sep 27, 2025

Among the key outcomes, contracted doctors will be confirmed to permanent and pensionable terms in the next financial year, doctors will be promoted t...

AI in Africa: Five issues that must be tackled for digital equality
The Conversation  |  Sep 27, 2025

The scale of the AI gap is stark. Africa holds less than 1 per cent of global data centre capacity. Data centres are the engines that drive AI. This m...

Madagascar's president condemns looting, calls for calm
XINHUA  |  Sep 27, 2025

A demonstration organised on Thursday in Antananarivo escalated into looting in several parts of the Indian Ocean island country by the end of the day...

Turkana moves to safeguard health with bold One Health Bill
Issa Hussein  |  Sep 26, 2025

Supported by the Kenya Red Cross Society, the drafting process has brought together a newly formed Technical Working Group (TWG) tasked with charting...

Austine Odhiambo returns as McCarthy names final squad for World Cup qualifiers
Erick Kariuki  |  Sep 26, 2025

The Gor Mahia playmaker, regarded as one of the most creative talents in the SportPesa League, is back as Kenya aims to end its qualification journey...

National Assembly approves Bill to establish mental health centres for police officers in all counties
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 25, 2025

The legislation ensures that the Commission can oversee recruitment, training, promotion and other human resource matters while collaborating with the...

New study links oral hygiene to pancreatic cancer risk
Charity Kilei  |  Sep 25, 2025

The study highlights the urgent need for earlier diagnosis, better access to treatment, and public awareness of symptoms to improve survival rates in...

Scars, blood and silence: The human cost of childbirth in Kenya’s forgotten regions
Charity Kilei  |  Sep 25, 2025

Kenya loses an estimated 10 women a day to postpartum haemorrhage, a toll experts say may be even higher due to widespread underreporting.

Kenya to introduce mandatory sickle cell screening during maternal, child health visits
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 24, 2025

Medical Services Principal Secretary Ouma Oluga said millions of Africans continue to endure the condition in silence, with many succumbing to painful...

MPs push to scrap law criminalising suicide attempts in Kenya
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 24, 2025

Atwoli argued that criminalising suicide attempts adds stigma, infringes on the rights to health and dignity under Articles 27, 28, and 43 of the Cons...

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