March 7, 2026
Nairobi, Kenya

Ministry of Health

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Pulling down of payment list by SHA draws suspicion of cover-up

The Social Health Authority has found itself at the center of a storm after removing from its website a list that detailed payments of claims to hospitals. This action has caused concerns over accountability in the management of the new health insurance scheme, which was expected to bring better services to Kenyans. Adding to the

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Health ministry raises alarm over rising abuse of Ozempic for weight loss

The Health Ministry has launched an investigation into the growing misuse of Ozempic, a drug meant for managing Type 2 diabetes but now being used by many Kenyans to lose weight. Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni confirmed the move on Thursday, revealing that the Pharmacy and Poisons Board is already working on the case following

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Health workers plan major strike over poor pay and broken promises

The Kenya National Union of Nurses has issued a 26-day notice for a nationwide strike that will begin on June 24. This decision comes after the union accused the government of failing to address their long-standing grievances. According to the union’s Secretary General, Seth Panyako, the government has repeatedly ignored their concerns for years. While

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How Kenyans traded their vital organs for Ksh130k and a motorcycle while brokers pocketed Sh29.5m

Following claims of organ trafficking at Mediheal Hospital, a shocking report has now come to light showing how desperate Kenyans were taken advantage of by an organized network of brokers and medics. According to a source, some Kenyans were convinced to sell their organs, mostly kidneys, for just Ksh 130,000 and a motorcycle. Meanwhile, the

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