King Oyo died last month at the age of 34 after battling cancer. He had been on the Tooro throne since 1995, when he became king at just three years old following the death of his father.
By Bradley BosireUnder the deal signed between the pharmaceutical company and the Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA), some cancer medicines that have been costing patients up to Sh1 million for one treatment cycle will now be available for less than Sh50,000.
By Maureen KinyanjuiSpeaking on Thursday, August 27, during the commissioning of the Phoebe Asiyo Oncology Center at Homa Bay County Teaching and Referral Hospital (HBCTRH), Wanga opened up about the moment she was told she had cancer and how her family reacted.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe first dedicated cancer centre of its kind within a public hospital, the facility is expected to help meet the growing demand for oncology services by providing specialised clinical care and therapy to support patients’ recovery.
By Samuel OtienoFigures from the National Cancer Institute of Kenya (NCI Kenya) show that about 45,000 people are diagnosed with cancer each year, while close to 30,000 lose their lives to the disease.
By Maureen KinyanjuiFigures from the National Cancer Institute of Kenya show that the country records about 5,845 new cervical cancer cases each year, while about 3,591 people die from the disease annually.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe 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 KinyanjuiSpeaking on Radio Generation on Tuesday, Dr. Oria explained that the illness originates deep within the body’s genetic makeup, where normal cell processes break down.
By David AbonyoActing Chief Executive Officer of the National Cancer Institute of Kenya, Elias Melly has warned that inadequate funding is undermining the country’s fight against cancer despite heavy investments in treatment infrastructure.
By David Bogonko Nyokang'iHe said the diagnosis threw him into brief confusion, wondering why he was the one receiving such life-changing news.
By Samuel OtienoIn Kenya, about three million people aged 15 to 65 use tobacco products, which are responsible for nearly 9,000 deaths each year, according to the Ministry of Health.
By Maureen KinyanjuiAbiraterone, a drug already used for patients whose cancer has spread, will now be offered on the NHS in England to men whose disease is still confined but carries a high risk of progressing.
By Maureen KinyanjuiBuckingham Palace confirmed that the King’s recovery has progressed very positively, with doctors noting he has “responded exceptionally well to treatment,” allowing his care to move into a precautionary stage.
By Rose AchiengDr Amina says they walk through her door only when their pain becomes unbearable, when bleeding won’t stop, or when the cancer has already spread.
By Yunis DekowBoseman’s journey in entertainment began on stage and on television before he gained worldwide recognition in film. He first appeared as T’Challa in “Captain America: Civil War” in 2016 and later led the blockbuster “Black Panther” in 2018, becoming the first Black actor to headline a major Marvel movie. He passed away in 2020 at age 43 after privately battling colon cancer for four years.
By Maureen KinyanjuiKENCO Executive Director Phoebe Ongadi explained that the transition from the old National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) to SHA has created additional barriers for those seeking chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and follow-up consultations.
By Maureen KinyanjuiD’Angelo’s music reshaped modern R&B, combining elements of jazz, hip-hop, and soul into a signature sound that influenced a generation of artists. His three albums earned him four Grammys, while the music video for Untitled (How Does It Feel) captured widespread attention for its bold, one-shot performance featuring him singing unclothed.
By Maureen KinyanjuiKenya Vital Statistics Report 2024 by the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics, shows cancer was the second leading cause of death among women last year, killing 4,498 out of 50,926 registered female deaths.
By Maureen KinyanjuiAccording to the Global Cancer Observatory (GLOBOCAN), Kenya reports about 5,845 new cervical cancer cases each year, with more than 3,000 deaths.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe Chairperson of the Board of Trustees at the National Cancer Institute, Dr Timothy Olweny, warned that the disease is tightening its grip on the population due to rising cases and limited access to treatment.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe report reveals that out of 50,926 recorded female deaths, 4,498 were attributed to cancer.
By Brenda SockyIn 2020, cardiac arrest, also known as cardiopulmonary arrest,was the top cause of hospital deaths, claiming 9,332 lives, followed by pneumonia with 9,061 and cancer with 6,078 deaths.
By Maureen KinyanjuiGarissa Governor Nathif Jama detailed that the region recorded 440 cancer cases in 2023, 1,347 in 2024, and 650 by mid-2025. Throat cancer is currently the most common, and most cases are being detected in sparsely populated rural areas,
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe hospital’s Acting Chief Executive Officer, Dr William Sigilai, confirmed the machine is out of service but said efforts are underway to minimize the impact on patients.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe statement added that while the cancer is aggressive, it appears to be hormone-sensitive, which allows for effective management.
By Maureen Kinyanjui