The Ministry of Health has highlighted potential risks to Kenya’s healthcare system following the United States’ decision to withdraw from the World Health Organization (WHO). In a statement on Wednesday, the Ministry warned that the US exit could weaken WHO’s ability to coordinate global health responses. Kenya, which heavily relies on WHO support, could be left vulnerable to pandemics and health emergencies. US President Donald Trump announced on Monday that his country would leave the global health body. He accused it of mismanaging the COVID-19 pandemic and succumbing to political influence from member states. Trump also criticized the financial burden…
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The Ministry of Health has announced that 54% of health facilities in the country have enrolled in the Social Health Authority (SHA). As of December 2024, this translates to 8,722 facilities, according to a statement released on Wednesday. The ministry noted that advanced healthcare facilities reported higher rates of successful log-ins compared to dispensaries and health centers. A total of 13,008 health workers have been trained to use the SHA portal effectively. The Ministry reported that claims amounting to Sh14.6 billion have been submitted under SHA. Private and Faith-Based Organizations (FBOs) accounted for Sh8.5 billion, while government-operated facilities submitted claims…
Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has promised to address the challenges facing the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA). Speaking after meeting the IPOA Board and senior management, led by Chairperson Ahmed Issack Hassan, on Wednesday morning, Murkomen emphasized the government’s commitment to strengthening the authority’s operations. “We discussed strategies to enhance IPOA’s effectiveness in fulfilling its mandate,” Murkomen said. “Some of the challenges the authority is grappling with include staffing shortages, decentralization, resource limitations, and coordination with stakeholders. We agreed to resolve these issues as a priority.” The Cabinet Secretary also highlighted plans to fast-track legislative proposals…
Faiq Bolkiah, a professional footballer and member of the Brunei royal family, boasts a remarkable net worth of $50 million. Known for his royal lineage and his footballing pursuits, Bolkiah is a winger for the Thai League 1 club Ratchaburi and has represented Brunei on the international stage. His unique combination of wealth and athletic talent has made him a global figure in football. Faiq Bolkiah Net Worth $50 Million Date of Birth May 9, 1998 Place of Birth Los Angeles, California Nationality American Profession Professional Footballer Early Life Born on May 9, 1998, in Los Angeles, California, Faiq Jefri…
Aditya Chopra, the acclaimed Indian film producer, director, screenwriter, and distributor, boasts an impressive net worth of $30 million. Renowned for his unparalleled contributions to Bollywood, Chopra’s legacy as a filmmaker and leader in the industry continues to inspire generations. Aditya Chopra Net Worth $30 Million Date of Birth May 21, 1971 Place of Birth Mumbai Nationality Indian Profession Screenwriter, Film Producer, Film Director, Entrepreneur, Television Producer Early Life Born in Mumbai, Maharashtra, Aditya Chopra is the son of the legendary filmmaker Yash Chopra, often regarded as the father of romance in Indian cinema. Aditya graduated from Hassaram Rijhumal College…
Honey Singh, popularly known as Yo Yo Honey Singh, is a celebrated Indian rapper, music producer, singer, and actor with an estimated net worth of $25 million. Renowned for his electrifying beats and chart-topping hits, Singh’s journey from a recording artist to a Bollywood sensation has been nothing short of remarkable. Honey Singh Net Worth $25 Million Date of Birth Mar 15, 1984 Place of Birth Hoshiarpur Nationality Indian Profession Actor, Record producer, Singer, Rapper, Film Score Composer Rise to Stardom Honey Singh’s career took off when he produced the song “Shakal Pe Mat Ja” for a Bollywood film in…
Ryan Reynolds, a Canadian-born actor and entrepreneur, boasts an impressive net worth of $350 million. While his acting career forms a significant foundation of his wealth, it is his entrepreneurial ventures that have propelled him into financial stardom. From blockbuster hits like Deadpool to his lucrative stakes in Aviation Gin and Mint Mobile, Reynolds has successfully combined talent with business acumen. Ryan Reynolds Net Worth $350 Million Date of Birth October 23, 1976 Place of Birth Vancouver Profession Actor, Voice Actor, Film Producer Early Life Ryan Rodney Reynolds was born on October 23, 1976, in Vancouver, British Columbia. Growing up…
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State House spokesperson Hussein Mohamed has reassured Kenyans that no jobs will be lost following the government’s decision to merge 42 state agencies and dissolve nine others. While responding to a local media publication Wednesday, Mohamed emphasized that all affected employees would be absorbed into the public service, ensuring job security for workers impacted by the reforms. “No state corporation function will be lost, and no jobs will be lost as all affected employees will be absorbed into the Public Service,” he stated. The restructuring plan, approved during a Cabinet meeting chaired by President William Ruto at the Kakamega State…
The Ministry of Health has issued a health advisory to Kenyans following an outbreak of Marburg Virus Disease (MVD) in Tanzania. While confirming that no cases have been reported in Kenya, the ministry outlined preventive measures to curb the potential spread of the deadly virus into the country. In a statement on Tuesday, January 21, Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni Muriuki urged Kenyans to remain vigilant and take immediate action if symptoms of Marburg Virus Disease appear. She emphasized the need for infected individuals to seek care at designated treatment centers to protect themselves, their families, and the wider community. “Anyone…
A team of homicide detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) headquarters has taken charge of the probe into the murder it Molo based activist Richard Otieno. This follows tension and suspicion surrounding the murder of Otieno in Elburgon, Molo at the weekend. Led by Homicide Director Martin Nyuguto, the team first visited the scene of the crime where Otieno was clobbered to death by unknown assailants. Otieno was killed outside his gate after he had watched a match at a local bar, police and locals said. The detectives later held a meeting with the family where they assured…
A court ruled that two men linked to the Dusit D2 hotel terrorist attack on the 15th of January 2019 have a case to answer. A ruling delivered virtually by Lady Justice Diana Kavedza on January 21 2025, acknowledged that the two suspects namely Hussein Mohammed Abdile and Mohamed Abdi Ali were arrested alongside Mire Abdullahi following investigations into the terror incident that claimed the lives of 21 people, and injured several others. Abdullahi was thereafter convicted following a plea bargain. “Having considered the evidence of 55 witnesses, including expert testimonies, and the material presented before me, I am satisfied…
The Cabinet approved sweeping reforms that will see 42 State corporations considered to have related or overlapping functions merged into 20 agencies. The measures, announced following a Cabinet meeting chaired by President William Ruto at the Kakamega State Lodge on Tuesday, will also see several government agencies dissolved and others restructured to reduce the wastage of public resources. “These reforms have been necessitated by increasing fiscal pressures arising from constrained government resources, the demand for high-quality public services, and the growing public debt burden,” a despatch from the Cabinet meeting reads in part. The Cabinet said the National Treasury conducted an assessment…
The Public Service Commission (PSC) has announced a five-day schedule for interviews of 109 shortlisted candidates for the position of Principal Secretary (PS). The interviews will commence on Monday, January 27, 2025, and conclude on Friday, January 31, 2025. PSC CEO Anthony Muchiri stated that the interviews will take place at the Public Service Commission offices on Harambee Avenue, Nairobi. “Candidates are required to arrive at least 15 minutes before their scheduled interview time,” he said. Shortlisted candidates must bring original documents, including their national ID, academic and professional certificates, testimonials, and other supporting documentation. They are also required to…
The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has announced a vacancy for the position of Commission Secretary/Chief Executive Officer (CEO). In a statement released on Monday, the commission outlined the CEO’s key responsibilities, which include overseeing the NCIC Secretariat, serving as the Secretary and Chief Advisor to the Commission, and managing the commission’s daily operations and staff. “The Commission Secretary/Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is the head of the NCIC Secretariat, Secretary and Chief Advisor to the Commission. The CEO is responsible to the Commission for the administration and day-to-day management of the affairs of the Commission and staff of the…