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Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale speaking on behalf of President Ruto at the National Muslim Leaders Convention 2026 in Nairobi on October 15, 2026

Duale courts Muslim leaders as Ruto seeks second term

The Health CS made the appeal on Thursday, October 15, while representing Ruto at the National Muslim Leaders Convention 2026 in Nairobi, where he defended the administration’s record and called for greater inclusion of Muslim communities in government decisions and national development.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 16 Oct 2026

Health Ministry denies switching off Murang’a County’s AfyaKE system

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Health Ministry denies switching off Murang’a County’s AfyaKE system

The clarification follows concerns raised by Kang’ata on Wednesday that the reported shutdown had disrupted services at Level Two and Three health facilities, put patient records dating back to 2023 at risk and hindered hospitals from claiming reimbursements from the Social Health Authority (SHA).

By David Abonyo 15 Oct 2026

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Duale hits back at Muturi over demands for JKIA Ebola probe

The disagreement followed Muturi’s demand for a detailed account of how a traveller who reportedly arrived in Kenya from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) was cleared at the airport and later taken to hospital.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 13 Oct 2026

Health CS Aden Duale during a cabinet meeting on at State House, Nairobi on October 9, 2026

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Duale declares Ebola formidable epidemic disease, gazettes prevention rules

The new rules introduce public health measures at airports, seaports, inland ports and land border crossings.

By Samuel Otieno 12 Oct 2026

Health CS Aden Duale during a cabinet meeting on at State House, Nairobi on October 9, 2026

Duale: Kenya reports no new Ebola cases as all 122 contacts from first case traced

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale said all 122 contacts linked to the confirmed case had been listed and verified. Of these, 108, representing 88.5 per cent, are under quarantine and being monitored daily, with none having developed symptoms so far.

By Samuel Otieno 11 Oct 2026

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Duale: Kenya accounts for 57 contacts as surveillance intensifies

The CS said more than 652,000 travellers have been screened at Kenya’s 15 Points of Entry as part of intensified surveillance, while 4,971 health workers have been trained in Ebola preparedness and response.

By David Abonyo 8 Oct 2026

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale flanked by ministry officials, addressing the media at Afya House, Nairobi, on October 6, 2026

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Inside the tightly controlled burial of Kenya’s first Ebola patient

The burial took place at about 2 pm in an isolated section of Langata Cemetery, near a water tank on the Muslim side of the cemetery. Only a small number of relatives and Ministry of Health officials were present, while security officers restricted access to the area

By Chrispho Owuor 7 Oct 2026

Kenya expands Ebola isolation capacity, tightens border screening after first case

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Kenya expands Ebola isolation capacity, tightens border screening after first case

Health CS Aden Duale said Malaba Health Centre, the Busia border facility and Kocholia Sub-County Hospital were among the sites designated as temporary isolation centres, with the centres expected to be established within 10 to 14 days

By Chrispho Owuor 7 Oct 2026

Ebola: Kenya widens contact hunt beyond 34 people, uses CCTV to trace more

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Ebola: Kenya widens contact hunt beyond 34 people, uses CCTV to trace more

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale said 11 members of the patient’s family had been quarantined, while 23 healthcare workers from Nairobi Hospital who attended to him had also been identified and placed under monitoring.

By David Abonyo 7 Oct 2026

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CS Ruku awaits NCIC verdict after appearing over alleged hate speech

After his appearance on Tuesday, Ruku said he had been given an opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the remarks and provide the context in which they were made.

By Bradley Bosire 1 Sep 2026

CS Duale urges Africa to fund, manufacture and digitise its health sector

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CS Duale urges Africa to fund, manufacture and digitise its health sector

Speaking during the plenary session of the 76th WHO Regional Committee for Africa on Tuesday, Duale said African countries must move beyond policy declarations and translate their health commitments into concrete investments, measurable results and stronger national systems

By Chrispho Owuor 26 Aug 2026

Duale unveils health gains as KEMSA medicine supply hits 95%

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Duale unveils health gains as KEMSA medicine supply hits 95%

The CS attributed the improvement to the recapitalisation of KEMSA through a Sh10 billion credit facility, the strengthening of regional distribution centres and the digitisation of the supply chain.

By Chrispho Owuor 18 Aug 2026

Jumwa accuses Duale of hypocrisy in fresh political clash

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Jumwa accuses Duale of hypocrisy in fresh political clash

Duale claimed that he sat next to Jumwa in Cabinet and would sometimes assist her in reading and explaining Cabinet papers. He further alleged that she occasionally struggled to explain issues contained in the documents, prompting him to intervene

By Chrispho Owuor 17 Aug 2026

Go beyond the numbers! Duale challenges media on health reforms

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Go beyond the numbers! Duale challenges media on health reforms

The Health CS said the media should take a closer look at the implementation of the Taifa Care Model by engaging health officials, visiting facilities and speaking directly to those using and providing healthcare services.

By Bradley Bosire 11 Aug 2026

All four health funds now operational, says Duale

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All four health funds now operational, says Duale

The Health CS said the new emergency system would be especially important for people living in remote counties where accessing healthcare can take several hours due to poor road networks and long distances.

By Bradley Bosire 5 Aug 2026

Duale says one-term campaign against Ruto is driven by tribalism and selfish interests

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Duale says one-term campaign against Ruto is driven by tribalism and selfish interests

peaking on Wednesday during a meeting between President William Ruto and Muslim religious leaders at State House, Nairobi, Duale said the government's performance should be judged on its development record and commitment to inclusivity rather than political rhetoric ahead of the 2027 General Election.

By Chrispho Owuor 5 Aug 2026

Kenya plans 200-bed infectious diseases centre to boost Ebola preparedness

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Kenya plans 200-bed infectious diseases centre to boost Ebola preparedness

The proposed centre would strengthen Kenya's ability to respond to infectious disease outbreaks while supporting the management of communicable diseases, including HIV and tuberculosis, and position the country as a regional centre of excellence for infectious disease prevention, preparedness and response

By Chrispho Owuor 5 Aug 2026

Duale defends digital health service fee, rejects claims of illegal payments

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Duale defends digital health service fee, rejects claims of illegal payments

Addressing concerns over the service charge, Duale said the fee is neither arbitrary nor open-ended. He cited the Digital Health (Data Exchange Component) Regulations, 2025, which require users of the shared health information system to pay a service fee prescribed under the law.

By Bradley Bosire 5 Aug 2026

Didmus Barasa calls for Kenya to adopt either parliamentary or presidential system

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Didmus Barasa calls for Kenya to adopt either parliamentary or presidential system

The UDA MP said the country should move away from what he described as a hybrid system and settle on a single model of governance.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 4 Aug 2026

Duale says pastoralist vote will shape 2027 presidential race

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Duale says pastoralist vote will shape 2027 presidential race

The Health CSsais leaders from the pastoralist counties had launched a major mobilisation exercise to ensure every eligible resident registers for both a national identity card and as a voter ahead of the next election.

By Bradley Bosire 2 Aug 2026

Kipipiri MP defends remarks, says NCIC had already cleared her

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Kipipiri MP defends remarks, says NCIC had already cleared her

Speaking on Radio Generation on Wednesday, Muhia said she was surprised to find her name included among individuals being investigated by NCIC over alleged hate speech and ethnic incitement, arguing that the same commission had previously analysed the video at the centre of the controversy and found no offence.

By David Abonyo 29 Jul 2026

Duale revives push for Parliamentary System, says majority party should rule

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Duale revives push for Parliamentary System, says majority party should rule

Duale argued that Kenya's governance model should be anchored on parliamentary representation, where voters elect Members of Parliament in their constituencies and the political party or coalition that secures the majority of seats takes over government.

By Bradley Bosire 29 Jul 2026

CS Wahome urges Duale to withdraw and apologise over Kikuyu remarks

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CS Wahome urges Duale to withdraw and apologise over Kikuyu remarks

In a statement on her X account on Sunday, Wahome rejected Duale's refusal to apologise, saying his explanation that others had made worse remarks could not justify his own comments.

By David Abonyo 27 Jul 2026

Duale: I’ll only attend NCIC summons if Gachagua is also summoned

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Duale: I’ll only attend NCIC summons if Gachagua is also summoned

Speaking during a wedding ceremony in Garissa on Sunday, Duale accused the commission of applying double standards by pursuing government officials while allegedly ignoring remarks made by opposition leaders that he claimed were equally, if not more, inflammatory.

By David Abonyo 26 Jul 2026

Kalonzo calls for resignation of Duale, Omar over "divisive" remarks

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Kalonzo calls for resignation of Duale, Omar over "divisive" remarks

Speaking during the burial of Pastor William Muthengi in Mumoni, Mwingi North Constituency, Kitui County, on Saturday, Kalonzo said leaders entrusted with public office should promote national cohesion rather than deepen ethnic divisions.

By David Abonyo 26 Jul 2026

I will not apologise: Duale holds ground despite mounting criticism

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I will not apologise: Duale holds ground despite mounting criticism

The CS maintained that his remarks did not amount to hate speech, arguing that discussions around access to government opportunities should not be twisted into claims of ethnic incitement.

By Bradley Bosire 26 Jul 2026

Misquoted! CS Duale refutes claims of ethnic incitement

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Misquoted! CS Duale refutes claims of ethnic incitement

In a statement issued on Friday, Duale said he had been "widely misquoted" and that his remarks delivered in Lafey Constituency had been taken out of context to advance "false and misleading narratives."

By Samuel Otieno 24 Jul 2026

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale speaking during the opening of the 46th Pharmaceutical Society of Kenya (PSK) Annual Scientific Conference 2026. PHOTO/HANDOUT

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NCIC launches probe into alleged ethnic incitement by CS Duale

NCIC applauded members of the public for reporting the matter and urged Kenyans to continue submitting complaints involving divisive political rhetoric and ethnic profiling, saying public cooperation was critical in preserving national cohesion.

By Bradley Bosire 24 Jul 2026

Senate summons Duale, Kemsa bosses over Sh1 billion expired drugs scandal

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Senate summons Duale, Kemsa bosses over Sh1 billion expired drugs scandal

The Senate Health Committee has summoned Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale and officials from the Kenya Medical Supplies Authority to explain how the stock, including medicines used for cancer, HIV, malaria and other serious conditions, was allowed to go to waste.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 4 Jul 2026

CS Duale launches national taskforce to crack down on fake medicines

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CS Duale launches national taskforce to crack down on fake medicines

The committee will oversee implementation of the National Action Plan while strengthening regulation, enforcement, and collaboration among government agencies to safeguard the country's pharmaceutical supply chain

By Chrispho Owuor 1 Jul 2026