Architectural Association of Kenya Stories

Slowdown hits construction sector as fewer buildings being approved in Nairobi
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 31, 2025

Industry analysts suggest that the decline in new building projects is primarily driven by expectations of reduced demand in the coming months.

Health CS Aden Duale forms 19-member committee to review pending NHIF claims
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 30, 2025

The NHIF Pending Medical Claims Verification Committee will be responsible for determining the legitimacy of outstanding medical claims accumulated be...

Niger's military leader named president, entrenches power
DW News  |  Mar 29, 2025

Niger's military ruler Abdourahamane Tchiani, who seized power in 2023, is now Niger's president. The country's return to democratic norms looks furth...

What caused Myanmar, Thailand earthquake? Science of damage explained
Reuters  |  Mar 28, 2025

The plate boundary between the India Plate and Eurasia Plate runs approximately north-south, cutting through the middle of the country," said Joanna F...

Duale: SHA will expose NHIF fraud, lead to private clinics closures
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 28, 2025

PS Kimtai accused private healthcare providers of attempting to blackmail both the government and the public by withholding services.

Senate Bill seeks to end detention of patients, bodies over unpaid bills
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 28, 2025

If passed, the Bill would provide a legal framework to ensure that patients and bodies are not held over financial disputes, compelling health facilit...

Government disburses Sh22 billion to settle SHIF pending bills
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 27, 2025

NDIC stated that the payments have played a crucial role in ensuring the continuity of healthcare services and alleviating financial pressures on faci...

Isiolo leaders demand justice after shooting of MCA Burat Ward
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 27, 2025

Isiolo Governor Abdi Hassan Guyo condemned the attack, expressing his concern over the safety of political leaders in the county.

Government disburses Sh22 billion under SHIF to hospitals countrywide
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 27, 2025

A breakdown of the disbursement shows that faith-based organizations received Sh3.5 billion, public hospitals were allocated Sh7.2 billion, and privat...

Kenyan architects oppose removal of mathematics as compulsory subject, cite negative impact on economy
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Mar 27, 2025

The architects argue that eliminating Mathematics could have significant consequences for students' career readiness, especially in sectors crucial to...

Insurance fraud up 45% in Q3 2024, motor industry lead surge - regulator
Alfred Onyango  |  Mar 25, 2025

Most cases emanated from the motor industry, with fraudulent motor accidents recording 16 cases, up from two in the previous corresponding quarter.

Lamu intensifies efforts to market region as key tourist destination
Farhiya Hussein  |  Mar 20, 2025

Key tourist destinations in Lamu County include Shella, Ras Kitau, Matondoni, Kipungani, Kiwayu, Manda Island, Takwa, Siyu, Pate and surrounding areas...

Employers face penalties for late SHA remittance
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 20, 2025

Failing to contribute or making unauthorised deductions from employees could result in fines up to Sh2 million, imprisonment for up to three years, or...

SHA is distancing itself from NHIF liabilities, warn rural private hospitals
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Mar 19, 2025

According to RUPHA Chairperson Dr. Brian Lishenga, SHA's reluctance to fully acknowledge NHIF's outstanding debts has placed hospitals in limbo, despi...

Kenya's diplomatic fumble in Ghana exposes rift in Ruto's administration
Mwangi Maina  |  Mar 19, 2025

Two successive ambassadorial nominees publicly declined their postings in under a year—a rare and politically embarrassing occurrence that has sparked...

18 million registered for SHA but only 4 million contributing, report reveals
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 19, 2025

Senators questioned how the government plans to sustain the programme with such a funding shortfall.

Private hospitals call for dialogue with Health Ministry over unpaid claims
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Mar 18, 2025

PS Kimtai had threatened to shut down private healthcare facilities over concerns raised about unsettled claims under the National Health Insurance Fu...

Private hospitals face license revocation over SHA compliance
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 18, 2025

PS Kimtai criticised hospitals that have halted services, accusing them of using the situation to pressure the government.

Delayed payments cost government Sh24.8 billion in penalties in six months
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 17, 2025

Nyakang’o called on the National Treasury to align fund disbursements with approved cash flow projections to curb the rising pending bills.

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