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Irissheel Shanzu

Irissheel Shanzu writes for the Standard Health

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West Pokot records the highest cases of disease spread by sandflies

By Irissheel Shanzu
Nov. 20, 2023

Over 300 youths beat FGM, graduate from alternative rite of passage

More than 300 youths have graduated from an alternative rite of passage in West Pokot County, marking a significant step in efforts to stamp out outdated FGM.

By Irissheel Shanzu
Dec. 18, 2023

Fruit tree nursery boosts climate change response in West Pokot

The Aramaket High Value Fruit Tree Nursery in Kapenguria has emerged as a key pillar in West Pokot's climate change response, producing seedlings to support environmental restoration.

By Irissheel Shanzu
Jan. 26, 2026

Fruit tree nursery boosts climate change response in West Pokot

The Aramaket High Value Fruit Tree Nursery in Kapenguria has emerged as a key pillar in West Pokot's climate change response, producing seedlings to support environmental restoration.

By Irissheel Shanzu
Jan. 26, 2026

West Pokot women suffer in silence as obstetric fistula ravages their lives

Hundreds of women in West Pokot County are living in silent agony, trapped in leaking bodies and social isolation, as obstetric fistula continues to devastate their lives.

By Irissheel Shanzu
Feb. 2, 2026

West Pokot women suffer in silence as obstetric fistula ravages their lives

102 test positive as over 1,100 turn up for cancer screening in West Pokot

At least 102 residents were diagnosed with cervical, breast, and prostate cancers after 1,172 people attended a mass screening exercise in West Pokot County.

By Irissheel Shanzu
Feb. 14, 2026