Kenya Kenya, Uganda to extend the oil pipeline from Eldoret to Kampala Kenya and Uganda have agreed to jointly extend the oil pipeline from Eldoret to Uganda in a deal that will see Kampala imp...

  A new vaccine for dengue received prequalification from the World Health Organization (WHO) on 10 May 2024. TAK-003 is the second dengue vaccine to be prequalified by WHO. Developed by Takeda, ...

  Kenya, a nation known for its stunning landscapes and rich biodiversity, is increasingly feeling the heat of climate change. Rising temperatures, erratic rainfall, and severe droughts are no lo...

  In January 2024, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded its 2023 Article IV consultation with Kenya, alongside reviews of the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and Extended Credit Facility ...

The World Health Organization (WHO) Results Report 2023, the most comprehensive to date, showcases the achievement of key public health milestones, even amid greater global humanitarian health needs d...

In a landmark gathering, the Africa Fertilizer and Soil Health Summit convened from May 7 to 9, 2024, at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi. The event marked a turning poin...

The internet is a mixed bag; on one hand, it has revolutionised communication and access to information, but it has also opened doors to a new set of challenges, particularly for children.  Ensuring ...

Over the past 50 years, Africa is estimated to have lost more than $1 trillion in illicit financial flows (IFFs). This sum is roughly equivalent to all of the official development assistance received ...

Kenya appears to be making a significant stride in public health by introducing graphic health warnings on tobacco products. This initiative has the potential to significantly reduce smoking rates, sa...

The prolonged heavy rainfall has impacted nearly the entire country, leading to widespread flooding, triggering landslides, and resulting in a growing number of casualties and significant damage.  Th...

  Historic move makes the world better prepared for and ready to respond to future public health emergencies. In the eighth meeting of the Working Group on Amendments to the International Health Regu...

The African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) has been a driver of economic empowerment for African states, presenting another avenue for economic prosperity while bolstering international trade ties....