The silent pandemic: Why Kenya must act on mental health crisis among police officers and frontline workers
Mental illness is increasingly emerging as one of the most serious public-health and governance challenges of our time. Yet it often remains hidden behind silence and stigma.
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Free heart surgery at KNH as global medical professionals collaborate with regional physicians
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US aid cuts are killing Kenyan sex workers
The number of deaths is likely far higher, and NGOs say there is already a huge spike in HIV infections among sex workers that will likely spark a "catastrophic" case rise in the general population.
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Inside Kenya's contraceptive crisis as thirst for sex peaks
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I feared losing my baby: Regina's journey through epileptic pregnancy
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Of new contracts and payment terms; inside SHA-hospitals clash
Contracted hospitals have raised concerns over the contracts drafted by the SHA, particularly provisions on payment of claims, deductions and obligations placed on healthcare providers.
By Mercy Kahenda
2026-09-18 08:00:00
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2026-09-14 08:00:00
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By Brian Kisanji
2026-09-14 08:00:00
By Rodgers Otiso
2026-09-13 15:21:23
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Kenya Turns to Faith Leaders in Fight Against Suicide
Mental Health
By Noel Nabiswa
2026-09-12 09:15:00
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'He never showed suicidal signs,' says family of presidential escort unit officer
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By Herman Kamariki
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