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OPINION: Kenya’s uncertain path to free maternal health
Thousands of women die every year due to pregnancy and childbirth-related complications in the country. The maternal mortality ratio stands at 355 deaths per 100,000 live births annually.
OPINION: Climate change puts Kenya’s Fight Against Malaria at Crossroads
Kenya's varied climate, particularly in the Western Highlands and coastal, is experiencing increasingly warm temperatures and erratic rainfall patterns. These conditions favour the proliferation of Anopheles mosquitoes—the vectors for malaria.
OPINION: Climate Change and the Right to Health
Climate change is not merely an environmental concern but a critical determinant of public health, impacting individuals, communities, and entire nations.As the world grapples with the consequences of climate change, it is imperative to recognise its profound implications for the fundamental human r...
OPINION: Kenya's path to ending malaria lies in renewed commitment to primary health care, mass vaccination
The 2020 Kenya Malaria Indicator Survey revealed a sobering reality: seven in ten Kenyans live in areas that predispose them to the highest possible risk of contracting malaria.
OPINION: How companies should prioritise employee health for organisational success
Companies are increasingly recognizing the link between employee health and organizational success. Prioritizing employee well-being is no longer just a moral obligation but a strategic imperative for businesses aiming to thrive in the long term.
Ksh.52B released back to economy through Court Annexed Mediation - CJ Koome
Court Annexed Mediation has been rolled out in 40 counties and efforts are being made to bridge the gap in the remaining seven counties, with 60 Mediation Registries supporting 118 courts having been established.
OPINION: Address inefficiencies in Kenyas health sector for quality and affordable healthcare
The government insists that the country is facing a tight limited fiscal space to meet the doctors’ demands as per the 2017 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
OPINION: Crackdown on drugs needs a coordinated approach
The government, through the CS Interior, Prof Kithure Kindiki says the crackdown is necessitated by a marked increase in the abuse of drugs and other illicit substances
OPINION: Why it is crucial for Kenya to scale up establishment of Sexual, Gender Based Violence courts
In Kenya, as in many other nations, the prevalence of SGBV underscores the urgent need for specialized legal mechanisms to address these crimes. One significant step towards combating this societal ill is the establishment of Sexual And Gender-Based Violence Courts dedicated to handling cases relate...
OPINION: How Nairobi rivers rehabilitation program is playing crucial role in environmental sustainability
By working closely with local residents, community-based organizations, and government agencies, the program seeks to foster a sense of ownership and stewardship among those directly affected by pollution.