Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) is a prevalent genetic disorder significantly impacting both child and adult morbidity and mortality rates in Kenya. According to a Ministry of Health report, SCD burden mirrors malaria endemic patterns in regions like the lake region, Western, and the Coast. Due to migration, SCD is also present in urban and […]
Climate change has evolved into more than just an environmental crisis; it is now a significant social crisis. Key factors for social development, such as livelihood security, equality, and access to healthcare and social support, are increasingly threatened. The World Bank Organization highlights how climate change is deeply connected to global inequality, exacerbating disparities between […]
As the nation grapples with challenging economic circumstances, there is a steady rise in instances of child labor and trafficking in Kenya. Gabriel Kitili, the National Government Coordinator for Children’s Services, revealed that approximately 5,000 cases of child exploitation have been documented in Mombasa County. Meanwhile, statistics from the Kenya National Bureau indicate that over […]
HIV remains a significant health pandemic in Kenya and worldwide. Despite substantial efforts to minimize infection rates, the number of recorded cases increases gradually. Kenya is currently ranked 7th globally for its HIV epidemic, with approximately 1.4 million people living with HIV (PLHIV), as stated by Mr. Harry Kimtai regarding the reliability and safety of […]
The Catholic Relief Services (CRS), in collaboration with the Kilifi County Disability Network and other organizations, organized a three-day training in Kilifi from May 7th to 9th. The objective of this training was to address issues affecting people with disabilities, propose solutions, and advocate for their inclusion in society, particularly in accessing information. According to […]
Mental illness is one the factors dragging behind the wellbeing and productivity of a person, family and community as per Dr. Rashid Aman Kenya’s Health Chief Administrative Secretary. “Mental health not only contribute to mental health care costs but also socio-economical drain to individuals, families and communities.” Amidst economic struggles faced by Kenyans, a surge […]
The first of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) established by the United Nations (UN) is ‘No poverty’, aiming to eradicate poverty in all its forms by 2030. However, in Kenya’s rural areas, poverty persists, with a significant increase in recent years. Poverty manifests in various dimensions including economic, nutritional, cultural, and multidimensional aspects, disproportionately […]
The family plays a crucial role in safeguarding its members from various forms of harm, including emotional, physical, and psychological abuse. However, despite this responsibility, there is a significant increase in street children and individuals struggling with mental illness in Mombasa County. These mental health issues often stem from prolonged stress, poverty, or chronic health […]
Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale has urged President William Ruto to dismiss Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi following the fake fertilizer scandal, stating it would demonstrate the government’s commitment to fighting corruption. Khalwale emphasized the need for action in regards to the delay in taking actions and compensating the farmers as promised.”Let President […]
Cabinet Secretary for Roads and Transport, Kipchumba Murkomen, has refuted allegations of forming a team to investigate the plane crash that claimed the life of Kenya’s Chief of Defence, Francis Ogolla and nine others. This response comes after Lawyer Miguna Miguna asserted on his X account that such an action by the cabinet secretary was […]