Kenya is set to host the Kenya Public Health International Conference, KEPHIC 2026, from October 27 to 29 in Nairobi. The conference will focus on critical public health issues including disease prevention, pandemic preparedness, and climate-related health risks.

• The event aims to strengthen health systems and improve preparedness for health emergencies, especially in light of anticipated El Niño rains.
• Key figures include Public Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni, who is coordinating preparations.
• The conference addresses ongoing public health threats, with Kenya having recorded 1,309 mpox cases and 469 measles cases as of September 12.