Nairobi Hospital warns staff against panic after Ebola case confirmation
The hospital said being present at the facility or working in the same department as the patient does not, on its own, amount to exposure to Ebola.
The hospital said being present at the facility or working in the same department as the patient does not, on its own, amount to exposure to Ebola.
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale said the patient travelled back to Kenya by road through Uganda before flying to Nairobi on October 3.
KMPDU extended its condolences to the family and loved ones of the deceased while recognising healthcare workers who attended to the patient and continue to work at the frontline despite the risks associated with infectious diseases.
The latest offer comes as the government continues to use domestic borrowing as one of its sources of financing its budgetary requirements, with Treasury securities providing a key avenue for mobilising funds from local investors.
The main KMTC campus project is estimated to cost Sh200 million, with Sh70 million already allocated to the construction of administration and tuition blocks, library facilities and skills laboratories. The government will separately spend Sh290 million through the Housing Fund to construct a 580-bed student hostel at the institution
Otieno says a generation of young Kenyans has become more assertive in demanding accountability, constitutionalism and better governance, with growing expectations that political leaders should provide practical solutions to economic challenges rather than rely on personalities, political loyalties and large rallies
August Hanning, 80, who headed the Federal Intelligence Service, known as the BND, from 1998 to 2005, is accused of treasonous espionage, spying on state secrets, and attempted treason.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, October 6, NPS said the recent crashes had resulted in deaths, serious injuries, destruction of property and other consequences, prompting police to strengthen enforcement and conduct targeted operations in different parts of the country
The society said its safe and dignified burial teams, community engagement teams and community-based surveillance volunteers were supporting the national response under the leadership of the Ministry of Health.
In a statement on Tuesday, the airline said it is working with the Ministry of Health, Port Health Services and other relevant authorities to identify and manage passengers and crew who may have been in contact with the individual.
World Athletics announced the nominees on Tuesday, with Ngetich named among the 10 contenders for the women’s award and Sawe making the men’s shortlist.
The Deputy President said political competition had been a feature of Mt Kenya politics since the return of multiparty politics, but maintained that disagreements over leadership should not result in attacks or disorder.
Between January 1 and August 31, 2026, security agencies arrested and arraigned 1,827 suspects over offences linked to goonism and organised criminal activity.
The Elections (Amendment) Bill, 2024, has moved past the debate stage in the National Assembly and proposes far-reaching changes to the management of election technology, including access to servers, ownership of intellectual property and the right to examine election systems.
Forbes estimated Musk’s wealth at $1 trillion on Monday, marking a $30.6 billion increase from Friday as shares in his companies continued to rise.
SHA Chief Executive Officer Mercy Mwangangi said the authority would eventually have to decontract facilities that do not comply with the transition from the SHA provider portal to the Health Management Information System (HMIS).
The country reported 725 cholera cases and 27 deaths to World Health Organization last year, compared with 613 cases and five deaths in 2024.
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale said the patient died on Monday at 11.30pm after receiving treatment following his arrival in the country.
Speaking on Radio Generation on Tuesday, Kilemi said cultural expectations discourage women from openly challenging men, creating an environment where women can fear entering elective politics or speaking out when their rights are violated.
The case arose on May 1, 2025 after the child wandered away from home. Her mother went looking for her and found her at Thuku’s compound, where she witnessed him engaging in inappropriate sexual conduct involving the child.
The Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) has released the official list of learning materials cleared for use in Grade 11, covering both regular learners and those under Special Needs Education (SNE), including learners following the Stage Based Pathway.
The visit forms part of Musyoka's wider preparations for the August 2027 General Election as he seeks to establish himself as a key player in the opposition and strengthen Wiper ahead of the polls.
“Afternoon showers and thunderstorms are likely to occur in parts of Baringo, Bomet, Bungoma, Busia, Elgeyo Marakwet, Homa Bay, Kakamega, Kericho, Kisii, Kisumu, Migori, Nakuru, Nandi, Narok, Nyamira, Siaya, Trans Nzoia, Uasin Gishu, Vihiga and West Pokot Counties,” the authority said in its forecast on Tuesday.
The suspects fled before rangers could arrest them, abandoning 21 dik-dik carcasses, 20 dik-dik heads, 12 impala carcasses and meat from three guinea fowl.
President Bola Tinubu ordered flags across the country to be flown at half-mast and directed the Nigerian Air Force to carry out a full investigation into the accident, which happened on Monday morning near a naval base in Igbokoda
Nairobi recorded the largest number of stalled projects, with 57 developments valued at Sh2.24 billion. Kakamega followed with 26 projects worth Sh848.95 million, while Baringo had 23 projects valued at Sh163.32 million.
The Government Spokesperson said the planned Dangote East Africa Petroleum Refinery in Lamu could help strengthen Kenya’s energy security by increasing refining capacity in the region.
Speaking on a Radio Generation interview on Tuesday, Etale dismissed reports circulating on social media and in sections of the media suggesting that the veteran politician had been rushed to hospital
The Constitution of Kenya (Amendment) Bill No. 29 of 2025 proposes that additional seats be allocated after each General Election depending on the number of men and women who win elected positions.
In the results released on October 5, CBK said competitive bids accounted for Sh7.04 billion of the amount accepted, while another Sh1.92 billion was taken through non-competitive bids.