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Ministry of Health, Kenya
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Kenya Hosts the 55th United Nations Programme on HIV and AIDS (UNAIDS) Programme Coordinating Board (PCB) Meeting

This marks the first time in 18 years that the meeting is being held in Africa, with Lusaka having hosted it last in 2006

Kenya is hosting the 55th UNAIDS Programme Coordinating Board (PCB) meeting from December 10th to 12th, 2024. This marks the first time in 18 years that the meeting is being held in Africa, with Lusaka having hosted it last in 2006. Africa, being the continent most affected by the HIV epidemic, makes…

Ministry of Health, Kenya
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Kenya: Cabinet Secretary for Health Signs 2024/2025 Performance Contracts with Principal Secretaries

The contracts, which are aligned with the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA), focus on five core priority areas, including healthcare

Cabinet Secretary for Health, Dr. Deborah Barasa, today signed the 2024/2025 performance contract with Principal Secretaries, Ms. Mary Muthoni (Public Health and Professional Standards) and Mr. Harry Kimtai (Medical Services).  The contracts, which are aligned with the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA), focus on five core priority areas, including healthcare. During the…

Ministry of Health, Kenya
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Ministry of Health Launches Campaign to Achieve 100% Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) Registration in Tana River County

Through this initiative, the Ministry of Health is making strides towards achieving UHC and ensuring healthcare access for all Kenyans

The Ministry of Health on Saturday launched a major campaign in Garsen Township, Tana River County, aimed at achieving 100% registration for the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF), marking a significant step towards Universal Health Coverage (UHC) for all Kenyans.   Cabinet Secretary for Health, Dr. Deborah Barasa, emphasized that with over 15.6…

Ministry of Health, Kenya
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Kenya Marks World Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) Day 2024 with Renewed Commitment to Ending Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)

Kenya has made significant progress in its HIV response, with 98% of adults living with HIV receiving treatment by the end of 2023, and 97% achieving viral suppression

Kenya commemorated World AIDS Day 2024 with a call to action and a renewed commitment to eliminating HIV as a public health threat.  The national event, held at Nyayo Stadium, was attended by Cabinet Secretary for Health, Dr. Deborah M. Barasa, Principal Secretaries Mr. Harry Kimtai (Medical Services) and Ms.…

Ministry of Health, Kenya
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Kenya: Celebrating Digital Progress in Public Service Delivery

With over 22,515 government services now available to 30 million users, the platform has greatly enhanced efficiency, reduced delays, and boosted revenue collection for the government

Cabinet Secretary for Health Dr. Deborah Barasa joined President William Ruto, Prime CS Hon Musalia Mudavadi and senior government officials on November 28, in marking a significant milestone with the E-Citizen platform, a tool that has revolutionized public service delivery across Kenya. With over 22,515 government services now available to 30…

Ministry of Health, Kenya
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Strengthening Maternal and Newborn Health in Kenya

The Ministry of Health is eager to leverage this partnership and adapt the model for use in counties where maternal mortality remains a significant challenge

On Thursday November 28, Dr. Deborah M. Barasa, the Cabinet Secretary for Health, met with Lee Walls, Global Head of m-mama, to discuss the establishment of an emergency referral system for mothers and newborns.  This initiative aligns with the Ministry of Health’s commitment to ensuring that every mother and child can…

Ministry of Health, Kenya
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Kenya Strengthens Vaccine Production and Research Through Partnership with International Vaccine Institute

The partnership aims to bolster the country’s efforts in achieving self-sufficiency in vaccine production while addressing broader public health challenges across Africa

Kenya and the International Vaccine Institute (IVI) have taken a major step toward strengthening vaccine research and production capabilities by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at Afya House. The partnership aims to bolster the country’s efforts in achieving self-sufficiency in vaccine production while addressing broader public health challenges across…

Ministry of Health, Kenya
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Kenya: Ministry of Health Confirms Progress on Taifa Care and Social Health Authority (SHA) Rollout

Over 15.2 million Kenyans are now registered, advancing the goal of a fully publicly financed primary healthcare system

The Ministry of Health remains committed to providing affordable and quality healthcare for all Kenyans. During a meeting with faith-based health stakeholders at Landmark Plaza on 25th November 2024, Cabinet Secretary for Health, Dr. Deborah M. Barasa, confirmed significant progress in the implementation of Taifa Care and the roll-out of the…

Ministry of Health, Kenya
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Kenya: Cabinet Secretary Health Visits Kapenguria Referral Hospital to Monitor Social Health Authority (SHA) Implementation

During her visit, Dr. Barasa emphasized the importance of ensuring that all registered Kenyans, particularly expectant mothers, have access to essential healthcare services

Cabinet Secretary for Health, Dr. Deborah Barasa, visited Kapenguria Referral Hospital on November 17 to review the progress of the Social Health Authority (SHA) rollout. She was joined by West Pokot Deputy Governor Robert Komolle and Assistant County Commissioner Emily Ogola.  During her visit, Dr. Barasa emphasized the importance of ensuring that…

Ministry of Health, Kenya
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Kenya: Cabinet Secretary for Health Reviews Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Tuberculosis (TB), and Malaria Program Progress with Global Fund Team

The meeting highlighted key achievements such as reduced death rates and progress toward treatment targets, with 70% of Kenya’s performance contract aligned with Global Fund priorities

The Cabinet Secretary for Health Dr. Deborah M. Barasa on Tuesday 12, 2024 met with the Global Fund team, led by Audit Manager Augustine Agyeman-Duah, to assess Kenya’s progress in HIV, TB, and Malaria programs.  The meeting highlighted key achievements such as reduced death rates and progress toward treatment targets, with 70%…