Author: LEON LIDIGU
Kenya Reports First Mpox Death Kenya has recorded its first mpox death, with 13 confirmed cases in the country. The National Public Health Laboratory received 238 samples, of which 13 tested positive. No new cases were confirmed in the last 24 hours. Current Situation 68 contacts identified, 61 followed for 21 days, 3 tested positive, and 4 under monitoring. 21,972 travellers screened at entry points, with 366,838 people sensitised about mpox. Clade Information Africa CDC reports Clade I in several African countries and Clade II in others. WHO declared an emergency due to the spread of Clade I cases and…
Kenya and Tanzania Strike Power-Sharing Deal for Climate Negotiations Kenya and Tanzania have agreed to co-chair the African Group of Negotiators (AGN) for the next two years. This unique power-sharing agreement will see each country taking the lead for a year, starting with Kenya in 2024-2025 during COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan. The deal was signed at the UNFCCC meetings in Bonn, Germany, solidifying their roles in international climate negotiations. The AGN is a key technical body for African countries during climate talks, helping draft positions and texts for adoption by African ministers at COPs. Kenya’s win in the hotly contested…
After a 56-day nationwide strike, the Kenyan government and doctors’ union officials have finally signed a return-to-work formula, bringing an end to the healthcare crisis in Nairobi. The Kenya Medical Practitioners Pharmacists Dentists Union (KMPDU) will now provide directions to medics on when to resume work. During the televised signing ceremony, KMPDU Secretary General Dr Davji Atellah expressed gratitude to all parties involved in the process. However, the intern doctors’ issue remains unresolved, with Dr Atellah mentioning that discussions will continue. Health Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha acknowledged the challenging negotiations and expressed relief that the strike is over. She emphasized…