mpox cases in kenya Stories

Kenya records two more cases of Mpox as state steps up response measures
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jan 17, 2025

The outbreak has spread across 12 counties, prompting the government to ramp up efforts to control its spread through enhanced surveillance and robust...

Ruto sets up working group to combat gender-based violence, femicide
Mary Wambui  |  Jan 10, 2025

Former Deputy Chief Justice Dr Nancy Baraza has been appointed as the Chairperson of the working group also comprised of notable figures amongst them...

Kenya grapples with alarming surge in GBV, femicide after 100 women murdered in four months
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 19, 2024

A total of 7,107 cases of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) were reported since September 2023.

Kenya's Mpox cases rise to 28 after five new confirmations
Charles Adinda  |  Dec 10, 2024

The newly reported cases include three from Nakuru County and two from Mombasa County.

Programme to curb public sector fund mismanagement launched in Nairobi amid rising graft
Alfred Onyango  |  Nov 29, 2024

The capacity-building initiative seeks to address the persistent challenges by developing the leadership and governance capacities of top state offici...

One woman or girl killed every 10 minutes by intimate partners, family members - UN report
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 25, 2024

In 2023, 51,100 women and girls lost their lives, a rise from 48,800 victims in 2022.

Activists stage city protests, demand Ruto to declare femicide a national disaster
Barack Oduor  |  Nov 25, 2024

President William Ruto last week committed Sh100 million towards the Safe Home, Safe Space Campaign that seeks to end femicide cases across the countr...

How father of my kids turned to a monster, Florence Wanjiku recounts after brutal attack
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Nov 25, 2024

The couple had previously co-managed a lands and property company located in the heart of Nakuru City, but their relationship soured after Wanjiku dem...

Nakuru man accused of stabbing partner 18 times surrenders to police
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 25, 2024

Wanjiku, currently hospitalised, revealed that the attack stemmed from unresolved business and relationship disputes.

Manhunt launched for church official who stabbed partner 18 times
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 24, 2024

Njeri, who is now receiving treatment at a hospital in Nakuru, said the attack stemmed from both business and relationship issues.

Parliament petitioned to declare femicide, GBV a national disaster
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 19, 2024

According to data shared by Christine Kungu, Chairperson of the Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) in Kenya, at least 97 women have been killed in the...

Kenya joins early recipients of Mpox vaccine in Africa
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 11, 2024

This allocation is part of a donation from Gavi, the European Union, and the United States, who provided a total of 899,000 doses to nine African coun...

Three new cases of Mpox confirmed bringing Kenya's caseload to 17
Charity Kilei  |  Nov 08, 2024

The Ministry of Health continues to monitor the situation closely and urges Kenyans to avoid non-essential travel to areas with active Mpox transmissi...

Safe houses for GBV victims to be built in Nairobi amid rising femicide cases
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 04, 2024

Nairobi Governor Sakaja Johnson has announced that currently, one safe house, funded by the National Government Affirmative Action Fund (NGAAF), is al...

State not doing enough to curb rising femicide cases, says human rights coalition
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 03, 2024

The group noted the lack of consistent case follow-ups, reporting instances where individuals pursuing justice have faced intimidation and threats.

We must dismantle systems that are enabling femicide, CJ Koome says
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 01, 2024

She encouraged Kenyans to actively oppose femicide and advocate for the safety and dignity of women and children.

Ruto directs security agencies to deal firmly with perpetrators of femicide
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 01, 2024

The President urged women and all Kenyans to be careful with their interactions with strangers and people that they feel insecure about.

Ministry of Health sets up taskforce for mpox and Marburg virus preparedness
Charity Kilei  |  Nov 01, 2024

The taskforce's proactive initiatives reflect a commitment to strengthening disease prevention, preparedness, and response frameworks.

Police urge public vigilance as 339 murders reported in two months
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 24, 2024

The NPS has reiterated its commitment to ensuring justice is served for the victims and their families.

Africa CDC warns Mpox outbreak worsening, calls for urgent intervention
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 20, 2024

From April to August, the virus spread to 12 additional countries, with over 1,000 deaths recorded during this period.

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