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SHA Issues Fresh Directive Affecting Hospital Contracts

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SHA Issues Fresh Directive Affecting Hospital Contracts

The orders are likely to affect hospitals currently contracted by SHA, as well as those seeking to be contracted.

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Oburu hosts Kenya’s UK Envoy during medical trip

NAIROBI, Kenya Sep 17 – ODM Party Leader and Siaya Senator Oburu Oginga has made a fresh public appearance from the United Kingdom, where he is currently undergoing a medical…

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Family Petitions DCI, DPP to Arrest Lawyer Over Alleged Sh70mn Runda Property Fraud

The family, through their daughter Aisha, alleges that lawyer Martin Muchoki Maina was engaged to facilitate the sale of the property to raise funds for medical treatment for her elderly father, Dr A. Kibwana.

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Parliament to host dialogue of gender responsive and inclusive legislatures

It will be held under the theme, “Sharing Achievements and Advancing Forward-Looking Gender-Responsive and Inclusive Parliaments,” and is expected to enhance legislative oversight, citizen engagement, development and refinement of policies, tools and manuals.

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Treasury faces Sh245b refund bill in bungled Safaricom shares sale

Kenya’s Sh245 billion Safaricom stake sale to Vodacom has been declared null and void by the High Court, with the State ordered to restore the 15 per cent stake.

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Technology and green energy powering China's Ningbo Zhoushan Port

Situated at the heart of the Yangtze River Delta economic region, the Ningbo Zhoushan Port in Zhejiang Province boasts a topological advantage, as it is at the spot mainland meets the Pacific Ocean.

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Tribunal clears Kenya’s DRC Ambassador Peter Tum of KSh1.8M surcharge

Kenya’s Ambassador to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Peter Tum, has been cleared of a KSh1.84 million surcharge over an irregular appointment made during his tenure as Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) Chief Executive Officer in 2015. In its judgment, the State Cor

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Why Centum tapped an insider to drive its next phase of cash returns

Centum Investment Company named Thomas Omondi-Achola as acting group CEO, choosing continuity over reinvention as the firm pivots from balance-sheet repair to returning cash to shareholders.

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Battle for Mombasa governor seat takes shape

Nassir faces growing field of politicians seeking to wrest the county's top seat from him.

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DCI Issues Arrest Warrant for Suspect in Fake Canada Jobs Scam

Michira collected substantial sums of money from job seekers under the guise of facilitating visa processing, medical examinations, biometrics and air travel.

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Obado, co-convicts to learn fate on November 27 over Sharon murder

High Court will on November 27 deliver the sentences of former Migori Governor Okoth Obado and his two co-convicts following their conviction for the murder of Rongo University student Sharon Otieno.

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KRA Uncovers Secret Operation in Baringo After Raid

The taxman noted that the current crackdown is not only meant to protect government revenue but also to address potential public health risks associated with illicit goods.

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Sharon’s mother asks court to spare Obado death; life imprisonment

In an emotional plea during the sentencing proceedings, Sharon’s mother asked the court to consider a non-custodial sentence.

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Court Issues New Directives in Okoth Obado Sentencing

This comes after Sharon's mother asked the court to grant Obado a non-custodial sentence.

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Don't punish him': Sharon's mother pleads with court to spare Obado

Melinda Auma made the emotional appeal as she addressed Justice Cecilia Githua during the mitigation and sentencing hearing following Obado’s conviction for the murder of her daughter.

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Juja quintuplets' joy turns to grief as all five babies die

All five pre-term babies born to Juja woman Mercy Kanini on Sunday die; they had been referred to Kenyatta National Hospital for specialised care, CEO Lessan confirms.

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KNH confirms death of quintuplets

Quintuplets admitted to Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) for specialised neonatal care have died. KNH announced the tragic news on Wednesday, saying the five newborns, who were transferred from Thika Level Five Hospital, where they were born on September 13, had critically low bi

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KNH Confirms Death of All Five Quintuplets Referred from Thika Level Five Hospital

KNH said the babies were born at an extremely premature gestational age of 25 weeks and had critically low birth weights.

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KNH Explains Death of Quintuplets Referred From Thika Level Five

The sudden death of the five quintuplets has raised serious scrutiny on the quality of the country's healthcare systems.

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Govt to appeal nullification of Safaricom stake sale to South Africa’s Vodacom

Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi said the Government followed due process, including obtaining approval from Cabinet and Parliament, before selling part of its shareholding in the telecommunications company.

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Kenya, Morocco strengthen cooperation to expand cochlear implant services

Kenya has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening specialised skills and expertise gained through the Kenya–Morocco medical exchange programme to expand cochlear implantation services and reach more children across the country. This was revealed during a visit by First Lady

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Obado sentencing adjourned over dholuo interpreter request

NAIROBI, Kenya Sep 16 – Sentencing proceedings in the Sharon Otieno murder case have been adjourned after her family requested a Dholuo interpreter ahead of their verbal presentation in court.…

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Relief for Karumandi residents as Waiguru opens new dispensary

Residents of Karumandi Ward in Kirinyaga County can now breathe a sigh of relief following the opening of a new dispensary that will bring essential healthcare services closer to their homes. Kavote Dispensary which was officially opened by Governor Anne Waiguru on Tuesday, exp

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Twist in Obado Sentencing as Sharon's Parents Make Fresh Request to Court

The sentencing hearing comes nearly two months after Justice Githua convicted Obado and two others after the judge found that the prosecution had proved its case against the three beyond reasonable doubt.

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Obado faces sentencing in Sharon Otieno murder case

NAIROBI, Kenya Sep 16 – Former Migori Governor Okoth Obado is back before the High Court as the long-running murder case involving university student Sharon Otieno reaches the sentencing stage.…

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Nyeri’s rising skyline: Ruring’u project set to ease housing deficit

Affordable Housing Project takes shape, creating new prospects for families seeking decent and affordable homes in Nyeri.

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Siaya governor race takes shape as Oduol, Ochieng and Gumbo declares 2027 bid

Ugenya MP Dave Ochieng, Nicholas Gumbo, Siaya DG William Oduol stake claims in emerging Siaya political contest

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Kenya Railways Explains Mysterious Coffin-Like Casings on SGR Lines

When travelling using the Madaraka Express on the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR), you might have seen some casings along the railway lines that are rectangular in shape and might mimic a coffin.

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Amsons’ Ksh4.52B grant puts Kenya’s maternal healthcare financing to the test

Kenya is set to receive 10 specialised mother-and-child hospitals under a $35 million (Ksh 4.52 billion) grant from Amsons Group.

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Five babies, one day of joy and a family's wait for answers

Mercy Kanini arrived at Thika Level Five Hospital expecting four babies. She left with five, but within a day, the family's celebration had turned into anguish.

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Null and void: Court declares sale of Safaricom illegal, unconstitutional

While ordering the shares to be restored to State ownership, the court found that the 15 per cent transaction was undertaken in violation of the Constitution.

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Recent News

SHA Issues Fresh Directive Affecting Hospital Contracts

Oburu hosts Kenya’s UK Envoy during medical trip

Family Petitions DCI, DPP to Arrest Lawyer Over Alleged Sh70mn Runda Property Fraud

Parliament to host dialogue of gender responsive and inclusive legislatures

Treasury faces Sh245b refund bill in bungled Safaricom shares sale

Technology and green energy powering China's Ningbo Zhoushan Port

Tribunal clears Kenya’s DRC Ambassador Peter Tum of KSh1.8M surcharge

Why Centum tapped an insider to drive its next phase of cash returns

Battle for Mombasa governor seat takes shape

DCI Issues Arrest Warrant for Suspect in Fake Canada Jobs Scam

Obado, co-convicts to learn fate on November 27 over Sharon murder

KRA Uncovers Secret Operation in Baringo After Raid

Sharon’s mother asks court to spare Obado death; life imprisonment

Court Issues New Directives in Okoth Obado Sentencing

Don't punish him': Sharon's mother pleads with court to spare Obado

Juja quintuplets' joy turns to grief as all five babies die

KNH confirms death of quintuplets

KNH Confirms Death of All Five Quintuplets Referred from Thika Level Five Hospital

KNH Explains Death of Quintuplets Referred From Thika Level Five

Govt to appeal nullification of Safaricom stake sale to South Africa’s Vodacom

Kenya, Morocco strengthen cooperation to expand cochlear implant services

Obado sentencing adjourned over dholuo interpreter request

Relief for Karumandi residents as Waiguru opens new dispensary

Twist in Obado Sentencing as Sharon's Parents Make Fresh Request to Court

Obado faces sentencing in Sharon Otieno murder case

Nyeri’s rising skyline: Ruring’u project set to ease housing deficit

Siaya governor race takes shape as Oduol, Ochieng and Gumbo declares 2027 bid

Kenya Railways Explains Mysterious Coffin-Like Casings on SGR Lines

Amsons’ Ksh4.52B grant puts Kenya’s maternal healthcare financing to the test

Five babies, one day of joy and a family's wait for answers

Null and void: Court declares sale of Safaricom illegal, unconstitutional

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