The Kenyan government is prioritizing the strengthening of school health systems to improve learner well-being and educational outcomes. This initiative includes plans to accredit school clinics under the Social Health Authority (SHA).

• The State Department for Public Health and Professional Standards is working to accredit Kerugoya Boys High School health clinic under the SHA.
• Principal Secretary for Public Health and Professional Standards Mary Muthoni announced the government's commitment.
• Emphasis is placed on protecting learners from drug abuse, promoting hygiene, and discouraging self-medication to combat antimicrobial resistance and ensure proper healthcare access.

Kenya marked National Reading Day 2026 with a nationwide celebration at the Kenya National Library Service (KNLS) Headquarters, emphasizing the crucial role of reading in national development and lifelong learning.

• A 23.5 per cent increase in participation compared to 2025 highlighted growing momentum for reading promotion.
• Mercy Wanjau, Secretary to the Cabinet, represented the Government of Kenya and stressed reading's power to empower citizens and drive development.
• The event, themed "Our Stories, Our Future: Empowering Minds Through Reading," featured a book march, cultural performances, author engagements, and the exhibition and donation of over 2,500 books.

The Kenyan government is enhancing community health by verifying data with Community Health Promoters to ensure effective service planning and resource allocation.

• 59% of households in Karau Ward are registered with the Social Health Authority.
• The exercise involves the Ministry of Health and county governments.
• Residents prioritized the availability of medicines, improved equipment, and more health workers.

Amref International University (AMIU) is planning to establish the Beyond Zero Maternal and Child Health Care Hospital as a teaching facility to enhance training for healthcare professionals and improve maternal and child health services across Africa.

• The new hospital will be developed in partnership with the Beyond Zero Initiative, formerly under the patronage of former First Lady Margaret Kenyatta.
• The announcement was made by Sheila Khama, Chairperson of the International Board of Directors for Amref Health Africa, during AMIU’s seventh graduation ceremony where 530 graduands received their awards.
• This initiative aligns with AMIU's strategy to build sustainable healthcare capacity and address Africa's unique healthcare challenges.