Stories by: Sheilah Ombongi
RUPHA Threatens to Suspend Services Amid SHA Challenges
21 Feb, 2025 04:00 PM
HEALTHCARE CRISIS
SHA's request for an additional Ksh 77 billion in the next financial year met stiff resistance from the National Assembly Committee members, who accuse the officials of failing to justify their demands.
SHA's request for an additional Ksh 77 billion in the next financial year met stiff resistance from the National Assembly Committee members, who accuse the officials of failing to justify their demands.
Public Transport Motorcycle Bill Sparks Debate on Regulation, Road Safety
20 Feb, 2025 06:30 PM
MOTORCYCLE BILL
In response to ganging up with others to intimidate, threaten or cause harm, others argued that matatu drivers harass them on the roads and flee away, leaving them with additional medical expenses to pay for.
In response to ganging up with others to intimidate, threaten or cause harm, others argued that matatu drivers harass them on the roads and flee away, leaving them with additional medical expenses to pay for.
Authorities Retrieve Body from Lake Nakuru amid Rising Concerns
20 Feb, 2025 12:57 PM
COMMUNITY OUTCRY
Brian's family, which was present during the retrieval exercise and later at the Nakuru Annex Funeral Home in identifying their loved one, is now left with many questions more than answers about what befell their kin.
Brian's family, which was present during the retrieval exercise and later at the Nakuru Annex Funeral Home in identifying their loved one, is now left with many questions more than answers about what befell their kin.
Parallel Government Plans: RFS Gathers in Nairobi
19 Feb, 2025 04:40 PM
SUDAN CRISIS
President William Ruto's silence on the RFS meeting in Nairobi raises eyebrows, as it has now swerved towards open support for a group already sanctioned by the US. For months, the military-aligned government has accused Kenya of siding with the RSF.
President William Ruto's silence on the RFS meeting in Nairobi raises eyebrows, as it has now swerved towards open support for a group already sanctioned by the US. For months, the military-aligned government has accused Kenya of siding with the RSF.
DP Kindiki Acknowledges Challenges in the Health System
18 Feb, 2025 02:00 PM
SHA CONCERNS
Kindiki highlighted some of the government's plans to ensure the smooth running of SHA services, announcing that the budgetary allocation for the Health Services has been revised upwards and is due for submission to the National Assembly.
Kindiki highlighted some of the government's plans to ensure the smooth running of SHA services, announcing that the budgetary allocation for the Health Services has been revised upwards and is due for submission to the National Assembly.
Will Raila Make a Return to Opposition Politics?
17 Feb, 2025 09:44 AM
RAILA'S NEXT MOVE
As the AU Summit comes to an end, all eyes are on Raila Odinga's next move, with many Kenyans optimistic that he will be on the ballot in the next General Elections to challenge President Ruto's regime.
As the AU Summit comes to an end, all eyes are on Raila Odinga's next move, with many Kenyans optimistic that he will be on the ballot in the next General Elections to challenge President Ruto's regime.
KNH Clarifies on SHA Disruptions after Patients Storm CS Baraza's Office
16 Jan, 2025 12:43 PM
SERVICE DISRUPTION
"Kenyatta National Hospital wishes to acknowledge a slight lapse in patient care today and reassure the public that the Social Health Authority (SHA) system is now fully operational and aligned with the KNH system. Normal operations have resumed, and pati
"Kenyatta National Hospital wishes to acknowledge a slight lapse in patient care today and reassure the public that the Social Health Authority (SHA) system is now fully operational and aligned with the KNH system. Normal operations have resumed, and pati
Wanted: Francis Gaitho in Trouble with the Law
03 Jan, 2025 12:08 PM
FRANCIS GAITHO "WANTED"
Additionally, Gaitho is set to face multiple counts of cyber harassment for posts in which he disparaged senior officials. The DCI is calling the public to provide any information that may lead to the prompt arrest of the suspect by calling the DCI
Additionally, Gaitho is set to face multiple counts of cyber harassment for posts in which he disparaged senior officials. The DCI is calling the public to provide any information that may lead to the prompt arrest of the suspect by calling the DCI
Health Care Relief as Doctors' Strike is Averted
20 Dec, 2024 02:00 PM
DOCTORS' STRIKE CALLED OFF
“We assure KMPDU that the remaining parts of any agreement including the adjustments that we said will push to 2025/2026 will be adhered to and convened,” Governor Ahmed Abdullahi stated.
“We assure KMPDU that the remaining parts of any agreement including the adjustments that we said will push to 2025/2026 will be adhered to and convened,” Governor Ahmed Abdullahi stated.
Nairobi City Conundrum: A curse of the One-Term Governor
19 Dec, 2024 02:27 PM
ONE-TERM GOVERNOR CURSE
As the country approaches the next election cycle, all eyes are on Governor Sakaja to see if he will be the first to break the one-term governor term and secure a second term in office.
As the country approaches the next election cycle, all eyes are on Governor Sakaja to see if he will be the first to break the one-term governor term and secure a second term in office.
Government Faces Pushback Over Mass Cattle Vaccination
18 Dec, 2024 03:00 PM
MASS VACCINATION DISCOURSE
The push and pull between the government and the Kenya Veterinary Association continues to spark heated debates, and concerns about the safety and well-being of animals and the ineffectiveness of the vaccination strategy continue to rise.
The push and pull between the government and the Kenya Veterinary Association continues to spark heated debates, and concerns about the safety and well-being of animals and the ineffectiveness of the vaccination strategy continue to rise.
KMPDU reaffirms to lead fresh strike on December 22
17 Dec, 2024 04:00 PM
KMPDU FRESH STRIKE
The picket began at Kenyatta National Hospital, to Nairobi Hospital, and the Ministry of Health Officers at Afya House and Parliament buildings, where the doctors declared support for the calls for the Nairobi National Hospital and board.
The picket began at Kenyatta National Hospital, to Nairobi Hospital, and the Ministry of Health Officers at Afya House and Parliament buildings, where the doctors declared support for the calls for the Nairobi National Hospital and board.
Tico Dela’s Medical Marvel with a Musical Twist
13 Dec, 2024 01:21 PM
THE SINGING DOCTOR
Throughout his academic journey, Langat was recognized for his charisma. His zeal and passion were evident as he would perform before his colleagues and friends back in school. He was crowned as Mr. KMTC Kenya, Mr.KMTC Nakuru, and Mr KMTC Machakos.
Throughout his academic journey, Langat was recognized for his charisma. His zeal and passion were evident as he would perform before his colleagues and friends back in school. He was crowned as Mr. KMTC Kenya, Mr.KMTC Nakuru, and Mr KMTC Machakos.
Half Marathon to Commemorate World AIDS Day In Nairobi
29 Nov, 2024 01:00 PM
WORLD AIDS DAY
Winners of the half marathon will be rewarded 250,000 kshs, with the 1st runners up bagging 200,000 kshs and the 2nd runners up bagging 100,000. For the 10 km race, the winner willpocket 100,000 kshs with the 1st and 2nd runners up taking 70 and 50,000
Winners of the half marathon will be rewarded 250,000 kshs, with the 1st runners up bagging 200,000 kshs and the 2nd runners up bagging 100,000. For the 10 km race, the winner willpocket 100,000 kshs with the 1st and 2nd runners up taking 70 and 50,000
ODM Grassroot Elections in Chaos as Delegates Clash
28 Nov, 2024 04:00 PM
CHAOTIC GRASSROOT ELECTIONS
The ODM party released a press statement through the National Elections Coordinating Committee(NECC). It reported that the exercise was successful across the country, apart from a few areas where some individuals were accused of interference.
The ODM party released a press statement through the National Elections Coordinating Committee(NECC). It reported that the exercise was successful across the country, apart from a few areas where some individuals were accused of interference.
Tax Laws Amendment Bill To Raise Over 178B For 2024/2025
19 Nov, 2024 07:00 PM
TAX AMMENDMENT BILL
The Minimum Top-up Tax is making its way back to the conversation. It proposes that if the effective tax rate paid by an individual or an organization running a business is below 15%, they will be required to pay a balance.
The Minimum Top-up Tax is making its way back to the conversation. It proposes that if the effective tax rate paid by an individual or an organization running a business is below 15%, they will be required to pay a balance.
Is Kenya's Economy Finally Turning Around Under Ruto's Leadership?
11 Nov, 2024 03:00 PM
RESULTS ARE SPEAKING
Even as we approach the next electoral period, 2027, Ruto’s economic strategy is seen to pay off. He is making a real difference in Kenya, where it matters most. The cost of living is taking shape, proofing that the plan is working.
Even as we approach the next electoral period, 2027, Ruto’s economic strategy is seen to pay off. He is making a real difference in Kenya, where it matters most. The cost of living is taking shape, proofing that the plan is working.
Kenyans Protest Rising Tax Burdens Amid SHA Transition
05 Nov, 2024 12:00 PM
TAX BURDEN
In the transition from National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) to Social Health Authority (SHA), the taxation rate is currently at 2.75% per annum. Previously, the NHIF contributions were between 500ksh and 1700kshs monthly.
In the transition from National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) to Social Health Authority (SHA), the taxation rate is currently at 2.75% per annum. Previously, the NHIF contributions were between 500ksh and 1700kshs monthly.
Union Proclaims Paralysis in Public Universities, Dons Frustrated
29 Oct, 2024 02:00 PM
STRIKES ALARM
Unprotected strikes have consequences. When you participate in unprotected strike, you simply violate the terms and contracts of employment. If the consequences were to fall on you, then the courts would not help you, because you are going to equity with
Unprotected strikes have consequences. When you participate in unprotected strike, you simply violate the terms and contracts of employment. If the consequences were to fall on you, then the courts would not help you, because you are going to equity with
Scramble For Middle East Jobs: Kenya’s Unemployment Crisis
28 Oct, 2024 05:00 PM
QATAR JOB CRISIS
"The first day was a big joke a few days ago. People came into the interview wearing a hoodie. People came into the interview wearing sneakers not that they can’t get shoes. You can even borrow a suit from somebody.“
"The first day was a big joke a few days ago. People came into the interview wearing a hoodie. People came into the interview wearing sneakers not that they can’t get shoes. You can even borrow a suit from somebody.“