What to know about mysterious severe hepatitis cases in children

At least 600 children in at least 34 countries have developed cases of sudden severe liver inflammation, or acute hepatitis, for which doctors have no explanation.

By REUTERS

Kimani Mbugua: The rosary and the doctor boost my mental health

Kimani Mbugua's struggle with psychosis and mental illness is one that tore him down. In its destructive path, it robbed him of his promising media career and watered down his budding stardom.

By KIRSTEN KANJA

Africities Summit highlights limited access to family planning

20 million women in African cities cannot access reproductive health help. Millions want to space or limit their births but are unable to.

By MACTILDA MBENYWE

Global smoking rates fall for first time, but rise for kids, Africa - report

Smoking rates have declined globally for the first time on record, according to a new report on tobacco use from a public health campaign group and U.S. academics.

By REUTERS

Uhuru to lead presidents, VIPs at Africities Summit in Kisumu

Over 5,000 delegates are expected at the Pan Africa conference being held in Kenya for the first time. The theme of the summit is the role of intermediary cities of Africa in implementing Agenda 2030.

By MACTILDA MBENYWE

Vaccine delivers hope for families hit by malaria

Malaria vaccination is being undertaken in Homa Bay town, Ndiwa and Kabondo Kasipul. The children present with high fever, vomiting and respiratory distress.

By MERCY KAHENDA