The Ministry of Health, together with the World Health Organization, on June 19, 2026, kicked off distribution of Ksh 43 million worth of maternal health equipment to 45 hospitals across 11 counties, beginning with Madiany Sub-County Hospital in Siaya County. Principal Secretary in the State Department for Medical Services Dr. Ouma Oluga, officially handed over
Ebola disease remains one of the world’s most feared viral illnesses because of its severity, high fatality rates, and ability to overwhelm communities within a short time. Although rare, the disease has shaped global health responses and strengthened emergency preparedness over the years. The World Health Organization (WHO) defines Ebola virus (EBOD) as a rare
Ebola continues to spread in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo as escalating conflict in Ituri Province disrupts containment efforts and weakens outbreak response systems, the World Health Organization (WHO) has warned. In a statement released on May 27, 2026, by the World Health Organization, the agency described a worsening intersection of armed conflict and disease
