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UHC staff give Government 14 days to confirm permanent employment
Health and Wellness

UHC staff give Government 14 days to confirm permanent employment

The demonstration came as the Kenya Environmental Health and Public Health Practitioners Union (KEHPHPU) issued a 14-day strike notice to the Ministry of Health and the Council of Governors, warning that health workers across the country would down their tools unless UHC staff were confirmed on permanent and pensionable terms.

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SHA releases Sh4 billion to clear verified NHIF claims of up to Sh10 million
Health and Wellness

SHA releases Sh4 billion to clear verified NHIF claims of up to Sh10 million

In a notice issued on July 4,2026, SHA said the released funds will be used to settle verified hospital claims for healthcare facilities with outstanding amounts of Sh10 million and below. Before payments are processed, however, healthcare providers will be required to complete a formal sign-off process.

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UN report shows 2.7 million Kenyan youth using miraa as hard drug use emerges
Health and Wellness

UN report shows 2.7 million Kenyan youth using miraa as hard drug use emerges

Data released by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) shows that 20.1 per cent of Kenyans aged between 17 and 23 years reported using khat, commonly known as miraa. Based on the country’s youth population of 13.7 million, this translates to about 2.7 million users, making it the most widely consumed substance among those surveyed.

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Kenya secures fresh US health partnership in drive for sustainable medical services
Health and Wellness

Kenya secures fresh US health partnership in drive for sustainable medical services

Under the framework, Kenya and the United States will work together to enhance the fight against HIV, malaria, tuberculosis and emerging disease outbreaks through improved disease monitoring, stronger laboratory networks, expanded use of digital health technologies and a more dependable supply of medical commodities.

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