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The Social Health Authority headquarters in Nairobi. PHOTO/The Standard
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SHA appoints Pariken Ole Sankei as Director of internal audit

Sankei, a highly experienced auditor with more than 20 years in the field, brings a wealth of knowledge to his new role. His career spans leadership positions in key organizations such as the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF), the Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA), and the Public Service Commission (PSC), giving him a unique perspective on both public and private sector operations. The appointment follows a rigorous recruitment process that began on July 29, 2025, ensuring transparency and fairness in the selection.

Health Ministry takes tough stance on hospitals linked to maternal deaths
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Health Ministry takes tough stance on hospitals linked to maternal deaths

The report identifies postpartum haemorrhage as the leading cause of maternal deaths, with Tana River, Garissa, West Pokot, Elgeyo Marakwet, Machakos, Homa Bay, Siaya, Wajir, Kilifi, Murang’a, Makueni, Migori, and Turkana counties having the highest fatalities. Kenya’s maternal mortality ratio remains at 355 per 100,000 live births, while neonatal mortality is 21 per 1,000 live births.

Machakos hospitals on the brink as staff go six months without pay
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Machakos hospitals on the brink as staff go six months without pay

During a fact-finding mission to Athi River Level 4 and Mwala Level 4 hospitals, members of the Senate Health Committee were met with emotional pleas from health workers who revealed they had not received salaries for nearly six months. Some broke down in tears as they narrated their struggles to survive while still serving patients.

Kiambu doctors’ strike enters 150th day, KMA warns of healthcare collapse
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Kiambu doctors’ strike enters 150th day, KMA warns of healthcare collapse

KMA highlighted that the strike denies residents their constitutional right to access the highest standard of health, as provided in Article 43(1)(a) of the Constitution of Kenya. The body cautioned that continued disruption could undo gains in maternal and neonatal health, and weaken trust in both county and national health services.

SHA to fence its 23-acre Karen land at Sh50 million amid ownership dispute
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SHA to fence its 23-acre Karen land at Sh50 million amid ownership dispute

According to the Auditor General, the land has been tied up in a legal battle since 2011, with investigations handled by both the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP). Despite the NHIF holding the original title documents, the case remains unresolved.

CS Duale , MP Kibagendi locked in verbal confrontation during parliamentary health meeting
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CS Duale , MP Kibagendi locked in verbal confrontation during parliamentary health meeting

The Health Cabinet Secretary appeared before the committee to respond to issues raised in a report on challenges faced by Kenyans in accessing services under the Social Health Authority (SHA).However, he declined to answer some questions, arguing that he had not been given sufficient time to review the documents.

One in three Kenyan babies with heart defects die waiting for surgery
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One in three Kenyan babies with heart defects die waiting for surgery

Congenital heart disease is among the most common birth conditions, affecting eight to fifteen babies in every thousand live births globally, according to the World Health Organization. The condition includes a wide range of structural heart problems that interfere with normal blood flow, some of which can be corrected through surgery or catheter procedures.

Kenya steps up fight against tuberculosis with AI-powered X-rays
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Kenya steps up fight against tuberculosis with AI-powered X-rays

In a statement by the Ministry of Health, Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale unveiled the initiative at the Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA) headquarters, describing it as a major milestone in the country’s health transformation journey and a critical step toward early detection, improved treatment, and progress toward Universal Health Coverage (UHC).

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