Don't sleep off that headache: Warning signs that should prompt you to seek treatment

A sudden, extremely severe headache, particularly one accompanied by weakness, confusion, seizures, fainting, fever, stiff neck or new vision problems, requires urgent medical attention.

By Ryan Kerubo 9 days ago

Understanding stroke: Early symptoms of the brain attack that changes lives in minutes

It can strike a child in the middle of a school day, a young parent at the height of their working life or an older person who has spent decades believing they understand the risks.

By Ryan Kerubo 9 days ago

Beverage leaders at New Pour Summit call for innovation to adapt to consumer trends

Africa's beverage industry must overcome barriers in financing, regulation and skills development while embracing innovation

By Ryan Kerubo 28 days ago

How Kenya's informal settlements hold the key to climate-resilient cities

As climate change exposes the vulnerabilities of Kenya’s informal settlements, urban planners,and others are calling for housing to be recognised as a critical climate solution.

By Ryan Kerubo 1 month ago

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The last stripes: How northern Kenya is fighting to save world's rarest zebra

Northern Kenya’s communities are leading a conservation effort to save the endangered Grevy’s zebra through wildlife monitoring, habitat restoration and sustainable partnerships.

By Ryan Kerubo 1 month ago

Africa's beverage industry offers renewed investment frontier

Industry leaders say Africa's beverage sector must invest in innovation, branding and consumer insights to build resilient global brands and capitalise on rising investor interest and market growth.

By Ryan Kerubo 1 month ago

Study reveals Kenya's blood shortage crisis goes beyond a lack of donors

Kenyans who require blood transfusions each year, accessing life-saving blood is often face a race against time, distance and an overstretched health system.

By Ryan Kerubo 1 month ago

TotalEnergies banks on new fleet model to cut carbon emissions by 3,700 tonnes

The modern Euro 5-compliant heavy commercial vehicles will reduce transport-related emissions by 3,700t annually while improving fuel efficiency from 5.8 to 3.5 litres per kilometre.

By Ryan Kerubo 2 months ago

22.7 million girls still at risk as Africa steps up war against FGM

An estimated 22.7 million girls remain at risk of FGM by 2030 unless efforts to end the practice are significantly accelerated, advocates and government officials have warned.

By Ryan Kerubo 2 months ago

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Death on wires: How power lines are killing Kenya's declining raptors

Electrocution increasingly threatens eagles, vultures, hawks and other birds.

By Ryan Kerubo 2 months ago

Why eye care matters more than we think: Simple steps to protect your vision

The World Health Organisation estimates that at least 2.2 billion people globally live with vision impairment or blindness, with more than one billion cases either preventable or still unaddressed.

By Ryan Kerubo 2 months ago

African youth health rights held back by politics, restrictive laws, experts say

Experts say African youth continue to face major sexual and reproductive health barriers due to restrictive laws, political resistance and underfunded systems.

By Ryan Kerubo 2 months ago

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43 of healthcare workers in Kenya report depression symptoms, New study shows

A new study suggests that many health workers are grappling with mental health challenges, raising important questions about workforce wellbeing and the quality of care patients receive.

By Ryan Kerubo 2 months ago

Low insurance uptake fuels sector's shift

Jubilee Holdings is betting on digital platforms and retail insurance to boost coverage in East Africa, where insurance penetration remains among the lowest globally.

By Ryan Kerubo 2 months ago

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State moves to calm investors in affordable housing scheme

The State Department for Housing and Urban Development dismissed claims that buyers risk losing their investments if a new government comes into power.

By Ryan Kerubo 2 months ago

New maternity unit brings healthcare closer to families in Gikomba

Nairobi County has opened a fully operational 36-bed maternity wing at Pumwani Majengo Health Centre.

By Ryan Kerubo 2 months ago

Pumwani installs heating system to protect newborns from hypothermia

Maintaining body temperature in the first hours of life can mean the difference between survival and serious complications.

By Ryan Kerubo 2 months ago

How South African wine is betting big on Kenya's premium shift

Kenya’s wine market is undergoing a quiet but steady transformation, moving from casual drinking culture to a more informed, experience-driven, and premium-focused consumer base.

By Ryan Kerubo 2 months ago

Climate shocks strain Kenya's health systems as stakeholders push for resilience and reform

Health experts warn that extreme weather events are no longer distant threats but present-day disruptors of essential care, including antenatal services

By Ryan Kerubo 2 months ago

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Push for deployment of public health officers to learning institutions

Public health officers want urgent school safety inspections nationwide after the Utumishi Girls fire killed 16 students and injured 74.

By Ryan Kerubo 2 months ago

Stigma, poor sanitation keep girls out of school during periods

Advocates and educators say menstrual stigma, lack of sanitary products and poor sanitation in informal settlements continue to disrupt girls’ education and dignity during their periods.

By Ryan Kerubo 2 months ago

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Obstetric fistula exposes gaps in Kenya's maternal healthcare system

Health experts are calling for increased investment in maternal healthcare to end obstetric fistula, a preventable childbirth injury affecting thousands.

By Ryan Kerubo 3 months ago

More than a skin condition: The silent threat of psoriatic arthritis

Psoriatic arthritis occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy joints and tissues, leading to inflammation.

By Ryan Kerubo 3 months ago

Why quality standards matter in outpatient care

The growing focus on accreditation comes as more Kenyans rely on outpatient clinics for primary healthcare services, placing greater attention on how care is delivered outside major hospitals. 

By Ryan Kerubo 3 months ago

New coating system looks to spruce up Kenya's construction finishes

In Kenya, developers and homeowners continue to grapple with a familiar challenge: how to balance modern finishes with surfaces that can withstand heavy use without frequent repairs.

By Ryan Kerubo 3 months ago

Rights groups give government 40-day ultimatum over femicide crisis

Civil society organisations and legal groups have given the government a 40-day ultimatum to act on rising cases of gender-based violence (GBV) and femicide.

By Ryan Kerubo 3 months ago

Insurer turns to faith groups to expand health cover

The scheme allows members to access inpatient and outpatient services through pooled contributions

By Ryan Kerubo 3 months ago

Farmers risk losing half their harvest, agency warns

Kenyan farmers risk losing up to half of their expected harvest due to counterfeit and uncertified seed

By Ryan Kerubo 3 months ago

Understanding disease that disrupts the nervous system

Multiple sclerosis, is a disease that affects how the brain and the rest of the body communicate.It is not widely known in Kenya, yet it is present and continues to affect many lives.

By Ryan Kerubo 3 months ago

Gender violence cases rise in Nairobi slums despite higher convictions

Authorities and non-profit groups say gender-based violence remains widespread in Nairobi’s informal settlements despite increased convictions and support for survivors.

By Ryan Kerubo 3 months ago

NGOs laud conviction of 3,000 cases in gender-based violence war

The government has acknowledged the contribution of NGOs and the private sector in tackling gender-based violence in Nairobi slums.  

By Ryan Kerubo 3 months ago

Epilepsy stigma persists in Kenya amid awareness drive in Kajiado

Epilepsy remains one of the most misunderstood neurological conditions in Kenya, with stigma and misinformation continuing to keep many patients away from care.

By Ryan Kerubo 3 months ago

Think you're clean? Your towel might be bringing germs right back to your skin

Your towel absorbs more than water after bathing, it collects dead skin cells, body oils, and bacteria from your skin.

By Ryan Kerubo 3 months ago

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When hunger enters the classroom: Why school meals have become central to learning in Kenya

School meals in Kenya are increasingly vital to learning, as hunger and poor nutrition continue to undermine pupils’ health, concentration and academic performance.

By Ryan Kerubo 4 months ago

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Kenya shifts to digital health systems, new financing model amid funding, system gaps

Kenya is rolling out sweeping health reforms, including digital systems and a new financing model, as Aden Duale acknowledges implementation challenges.

By Ryan Kerubo 4 months ago

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Study ranks Kenyan youth among top globally in mental wellbeing

A global study by Sapien Labs ranks Kenyan youth among the top worldwide in mental wellbeing.

By Ryan Kerubo 4 months ago

Donor funding declines as Kenya shifts toward health self-reliance

Across Kenya and much of Africa, donor support has historically underpinned critical health programmes

By Ryan Kerubo 4 months ago

Private sector bets on micro-insurance to close healthcare access gap

Kenya’s private health sector is raising concerns over widening gaps in health financing

By Ryan Kerubo 4 months ago

Health services collapse as clinical officers' strike hits 151 days

Health services in Marsabit County have collapsed as the clinical officers’ strike hits its 151st day, with patient visits and hospital admissions plunging sharply.

By Ryan Kerubo 4 months ago

Kenyan youth defy global mental health decline

Kenyan youth are defying the global mental health decline, scoring higher on emotional, cognitive, and social well-being compared to peers in wealthier nations.

By Ryan Kerubo 4 months ago