lead poisoning Stories

Second Lady Joyce Kithure calls for tougher action to eliminate lead exposure in Kenya
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Oct 25, 2025

Dr Kithure, who is also a scientist and senior lecturer at the University of Nairobi, said there is no safe level of lead exposure, urging the governm...

Supreme Court upholds Sh1.3bn award for Uhuru Owino residents over lead poisoning
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 06, 2024

The court's decision asserts that the polluter must not only compensate the affected but also restore the environment.

Kenya flags 132 sites for high lead exposure across eight regions
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 24, 2024

Public Health and Professional Standards PS Mary Muthoni reiterated the government's commitment to holding polluters accountable for their actions.

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