France reports first Ebola case as Uganda records new infection

According to the World Health Organization, the outbreak has infected more than 1,000 people and killed at least 267 others.

By Eunice Omollo 7 days ago

DRC to launch trial of two Ebola treatments as scientists seek to cut deaths

The study comes as the DRC continues to battle a growing Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo strain, which has also spread into neighbouring Uganda.

By Eunice Omollo 7 days ago

Mombasa's 'male organ theft' panic resurrects decades-old African myth

Authorities in Mombasa have dismissed viral claims of male organ theft as baseless rumours, warning that misinformation is fuelling panic and mob violence against innocent people.

By Eunice Omollo 8 days ago

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Trump's Ebola remarks revive questions about Africa's role in global health security

When US President Donald Trump spoke about Ebola during discussions at the G7 summit, his remarks appeared to be a defence of American global health assistance.

By Eunice Omollo 13 days ago

Ebola at the gates: Why Kenya must stay alert and not panic.

Health officials urge Kenya to remain vigilant as Ebola cases rise in DRC and Uganda, stressing symptom screening and early detection as key defenses.

By Eunice Omollo 12 days ago

WHO releases first guidelines for treating Ebola and Marburg disease

WHO has issued its first guidelines for Ebola and Marburg treatment, aiming to improve survival as DRC and Uganda battle an ongoing Bundibugyo outbreak.

By Eunice Omollo 15 days ago

Africa CDC raises concern over gaps in contact tracing as Ebola crisis escalates

Africa CDC has expressed concern over gaps in contact tracing and funding, saying that the Ebola outbreak in the DRC and Uganda could worsen if urgent action is not taken.

By Eunice Omollo 21 days ago

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WHO, Africa CDC raise alarm over Ebola funding shortfall as outbreak spreads

WHO and Africa CDC raise alarm over Ebola funding shortfall as outbreak spreads in DRC and Uganda

By Eunice Omollo 23 days ago

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Race Against Ebola: Gavi, CEPI Launch Fast-Track Vaccine Plan for Bundibugyo Strain

Gavi and CEPI have launched a $40 million initiative to fast-track a trial-ready vaccine for the Bundibugyo Ebola strain before future outbreaks occur.

By Eunice Omollo 23 days ago

WHO recommends trial use of two vaccines as virus spreads

WHO recommends two Ebola vaccine candidates for trials as Bundibugyo outbreak spreads in DRC and Uganda with no approved treatment yet.

By Eunice Omollo 1 month ago

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Theatre of hope: How silent Tana River ward came alive to save lives

A revived operating theatre in Bura, Tana River County, marked a historic moment as the intercounty MPDSR team successfully performed a Caesarean section, saving the lives of a mother and newborn.

By Eunice Omollo 1 month ago

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Lamu rising digital economy through youth skills training

A young mother and a student with disabilities were among over 140 youths graduating from Huawei’s DigiTruck programme in Lamu.

By Eunice Omollo 1 month ago

Govt. highlights Nairobi's role as global consensus hub ahead of Africa Forward Summit

Kenya is positioning Nairobi as a global deal-making hub ahead of the Africa Forward Summit 2026, with a focus on partnerships in health, agriculture, and technology.

By Eunice Omollo 2 months ago

France reports first Ebola case as Uganda records new infection

According to the World Health Organization, the outbreak has infected more than 1,000 people and killed at least 267 others.

By Eunice Omollo 7 days ago

DRC to launch trial of two Ebola treatments as scientists seek to cut deaths

The study comes as the DRC continues to battle a growing Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo strain, which has also spread into neighbouring Uganda.

By Eunice Omollo 7 days ago

Mombasa's 'male organ theft' panic resurrects decades-old African myth

Authorities in Mombasa have dismissed viral claims of male organ theft as baseless rumours, warning that misinformation is fuelling panic and mob violence against innocent people.

By Eunice Omollo 8 days ago

Premium

Trump's Ebola remarks revive questions about Africa's role in global health security

When US President Donald Trump spoke about Ebola during discussions at the G7 summit, his remarks appeared to be a defence of American global health assistance.

By Eunice Omollo 13 days ago

Ebola at the gates: Why Kenya must stay alert and not panic.

Health officials urge Kenya to remain vigilant as Ebola cases rise in DRC and Uganda, stressing symptom screening and early detection as key defenses.

By Eunice Omollo 12 days ago

WHO releases first guidelines for treating Ebola and Marburg disease

WHO has issued its first guidelines for Ebola and Marburg treatment, aiming to improve survival as DRC and Uganda battle an ongoing Bundibugyo outbreak.

By Eunice Omollo 15 days ago

Africa CDC raises concern over gaps in contact tracing as Ebola crisis escalates

Africa CDC has expressed concern over gaps in contact tracing and funding, saying that the Ebola outbreak in the DRC and Uganda could worsen if urgent action is not taken.

By Eunice Omollo 21 days ago

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WHO, Africa CDC raise alarm over Ebola funding shortfall as outbreak spreads

WHO and Africa CDC raise alarm over Ebola funding shortfall as outbreak spreads in DRC and Uganda

By Eunice Omollo 23 days ago

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Race Against Ebola: Gavi, CEPI Launch Fast-Track Vaccine Plan for Bundibugyo Strain

Gavi and CEPI have launched a $40 million initiative to fast-track a trial-ready vaccine for the Bundibugyo Ebola strain before future outbreaks occur.

By Eunice Omollo 23 days ago

WHO recommends trial use of two vaccines as virus spreads

WHO recommends two Ebola vaccine candidates for trials as Bundibugyo outbreak spreads in DRC and Uganda with no approved treatment yet.

By Eunice Omollo 1 month ago

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Theatre of hope: How silent Tana River ward came alive to save lives

A revived operating theatre in Bura, Tana River County, marked a historic moment as the intercounty MPDSR team successfully performed a Caesarean section, saving the lives of a mother and newborn.

By Eunice Omollo 1 month ago

Premium

Lamu rising digital economy through youth skills training

A young mother and a student with disabilities were among over 140 youths graduating from Huawei’s DigiTruck programme in Lamu.

By Eunice Omollo 1 month ago

Govt. highlights Nairobi's role as global consensus hub ahead of Africa Forward Summit

Kenya is positioning Nairobi as a global deal-making hub ahead of the Africa Forward Summit 2026, with a focus on partnerships in health, agriculture, and technology.

By Eunice Omollo 2 months ago

France reports first Ebola case as Uganda records new infection

According to the World Health Organization, the outbreak has infected more than 1,000 people and killed at least 267 others.

By Eunice Omollo 7 days ago

DRC to launch trial of two Ebola treatments as scientists seek to cut deaths

The study comes as the DRC continues to battle a growing Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo strain, which has also spread into neighbouring Uganda.

By Eunice Omollo 7 days ago

Mombasa's 'male organ theft' panic resurrects decades-old African myth

Authorities in Mombasa have dismissed viral claims of male organ theft as baseless rumours, warning that misinformation is fuelling panic and mob violence against innocent people.

By Eunice Omollo 8 days ago

Premium

Trump's Ebola remarks revive questions about Africa's role in global health security

When US President Donald Trump spoke about Ebola during discussions at the G7 summit, his remarks appeared to be a defence of American global health assistance.

By Eunice Omollo 13 days ago

Ebola at the gates: Why Kenya must stay alert and not panic.

Health officials urge Kenya to remain vigilant as Ebola cases rise in DRC and Uganda, stressing symptom screening and early detection as key defenses.

By Eunice Omollo 12 days ago

WHO releases first guidelines for treating Ebola and Marburg disease

WHO has issued its first guidelines for Ebola and Marburg treatment, aiming to improve survival as DRC and Uganda battle an ongoing Bundibugyo outbreak.

By Eunice Omollo 15 days ago

Africa CDC raises concern over gaps in contact tracing as Ebola crisis escalates

Africa CDC has expressed concern over gaps in contact tracing and funding, saying that the Ebola outbreak in the DRC and Uganda could worsen if urgent action is not taken.

By Eunice Omollo 21 days ago

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WHO, Africa CDC raise alarm over Ebola funding shortfall as outbreak spreads

WHO and Africa CDC raise alarm over Ebola funding shortfall as outbreak spreads in DRC and Uganda

By Eunice Omollo 23 days ago

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Race Against Ebola: Gavi, CEPI Launch Fast-Track Vaccine Plan for Bundibugyo Strain

Gavi and CEPI have launched a $40 million initiative to fast-track a trial-ready vaccine for the Bundibugyo Ebola strain before future outbreaks occur.

By Eunice Omollo 23 days ago

WHO recommends trial use of two vaccines as virus spreads

WHO recommends two Ebola vaccine candidates for trials as Bundibugyo outbreak spreads in DRC and Uganda with no approved treatment yet.

By Eunice Omollo 1 month ago

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Theatre of hope: How silent Tana River ward came alive to save lives

A revived operating theatre in Bura, Tana River County, marked a historic moment as the intercounty MPDSR team successfully performed a Caesarean section, saving the lives of a mother and newborn.

By Eunice Omollo 1 month ago

Premium

Lamu rising digital economy through youth skills training

A young mother and a student with disabilities were among over 140 youths graduating from Huawei’s DigiTruck programme in Lamu.

By Eunice Omollo 1 month ago

Govt. highlights Nairobi's role as global consensus hub ahead of Africa Forward Summit

Kenya is positioning Nairobi as a global deal-making hub ahead of the Africa Forward Summit 2026, with a focus on partnerships in health, agriculture, and technology.

By Eunice Omollo 2 months ago