WHO wants countries to reduce dependence on long-term institutional care and invest more in community services that enable people to receive treatment without being separated from their families and daily lives.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe Office of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP) issued PPP with a certificate of full registration after the party met the legal conditions required to secure the status.
By Maureen KinyanjuiHospital chairman Dr Manilal Dodhia said the Eastleigh branch, classified as a Level Four hospital, was established to meet the healthcare needs of the surrounding community while providing services that can help identify eye problems and other illnesses before symptoms develop.
By Chrispho OwuorUnder the existing provisions, certain serious crimes are excluded from the definition of conduct performed in the course of official duty, allowing Kenya to exercise primary jurisdiction over those offences.
By Maureen KinyanjuiBishop Wanjiru, a politician, televangelist and presiding bishop of Jesus Is Alive Ministries (JIAM), was appointed to head the commission in late October 2024. However, in August 2026, she gave 30 days’ notice of her intention to leave the position by August 31.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe court directed the Inspector-General of Police and the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) to pay the four claimants for violations that included confiscating their mobile phones and failing to inform their families about their arrests and whereabouts.
By Maureen KinyanjuiKessha chairman Willy Kuria said teachers had legitimate concerns that needed to be addressed but cautioned against industrial action that could interfere with candidates’ examinations.
By Maureen KinyanjuiObura died on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, with the news confirmed in a condolence statement released on Friday, October 16, by Dr Barcley Onyambu, chairman of the Kenya Hospital Association (KHA) Board of Management.
By Maureen KinyanjuiIn his ruling, Justice Gregory Mutai found that the evidence presented did not justify suspending the airport upgrade.
By Maureen KinyanjuiSpeaking at the launch of former Meru Governor Kiraitu Murungi’s book Illusions of Democracy on Friday, Kobia said Kenya’s democratic journey remained unfinished despite decades of political struggle, constitutional reforms and the introduction of multiparty democracy.
By David AbonyoThe contract covers the supply, delivery, installation, testing, commissioning, support and maintenance of the Integrated Electoral Management System (IEMS), as well as the hardware and accessories required to operate it.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 2.4 million women were diagnosed worldwide in 2024, with about 694,000 deaths recorded.
By Nelson WahomeThe National Police Service (NPS) said the incident occurred on Friday, October 16, 2026, and warned that anyone found responsible would face legal action regardless of their political connections or position.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe President accused his political rivals of seeking leadership positions without being prepared to account for their promises or explain how they would deliver on them.
By Maureen KinyanjuiUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky also condemned the reported arrangement, describing it as a gift to Putin that amounts to “an investment in a war that must be ended”.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe state said Mackenzie, also known as Mtumishi, Nabii and Papaa, was linked to instructions that encouraged followers to continue fasting until death. It maintained that the accused had different roles in a coordinated practice that ultimately resulted in the loss of lives.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe Senate upheld five of the 11 accusations levelled against the DCP leader, finding him guilty of gross constitutional violations, gross misconduct and breaches of the National Cohesion and Integration Act over ethnic incitement.
By Maureen KinyanjuiNairobi City County Chief Officer for Citizen Engagement and Customer Service Geoffrey Mosiria called for a detailed investigation to establish why the building collapsed and whether the demolition had been carried out in line with the required safety procedures.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe officials said Zacharia had been "let go" and was "transitioning out" of the role. Her exit followed several days of scrutiny over her professional qualifications and her handling of interviews and questions from reporters.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe operation was led by Dr Joseph Mutie, a consultant cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon, alongside Dr Ruel Maina, an ear, nose and throat specialist, and Dr Caroline Abuya, a consultant anaesthesiologist and intensivist.
By Bradley BosireIn a press release dated October 16, 2026, Director General for Health Dr Patrick Amoth said the woman had been in quarantine since October 6 and was isolated after developing fever, a sore throat and malaise.
By Bradley BosirePublic Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku says arrests could begin within 30 working days as investigators examine alleged coordinated payroll payments involving employees and human resource officers.
By David Bogonko Nyokang'iThe officers, identified as Senior Sergeant Robert Kibet Busienei and Police Constable Janet Rose Makena, were arrested following a targeted surveillance operation conducted by the commission near Kemu on Friday.
By Bradley BosireThe Film Board said the video contained sexually explicit material, nudity and indecent exposure, alongside depictions of substance abuse, alcohol consumption and tobacco use.
By Bradley BosireThe authority said the new arrangement would apply to importers, exporters, clearing and forwarding agents, transporters, bonded warehouse operators, partner states and other stakeholders involved in cargo movement.
By Bradley BosireThe President said the country's democratic progress depended on voters evaluating competing policies and development agendas rather than allowing political leaders to divide them along ethnic lines.
By Bradley BosireKMSA has forecast rainfall across several parts of the country between October 16 and 23, 2026, warning that isolated storms may occur in some areas.
By Morgan WanyonyiIn a judgment delivered on Friday, October 16, 2026, the appellate court ruled that the commission’s recruitment mandate covers civilian staff rather than uniformed officers, affirming the distinction between the two institutions’ constitutional responsibilities.
By David AbonyoThe Deputy President cited road construction, electricity connections, agricultural reforms and other development projects as evidence of the Kenya Kwanza administration's record in the region.
By Bradley BosireIn a notice dated October 16, 2026, KEBS said it had identified cases in which manufacturers used certification permits issued for fruit juices and fruit drinks to market khat-infused beverages.
By David Abonyo