Health remains a cornerstone of Kenya’s development agenda, with the Social Health Authority (SHA) playing a central role in advancing the country’s vision for universal health coverage. This commitment was reaffirmed during a high-level visit to Murang’a County, where the Principal Secretary for the State Department for Public Health and Professional Standards, Mary Muthoni, joined Deputy President, Kithure Kindiki, for a transformative Women Empowerment initiative. The visit brought together community leaders, women’s groups, youth representatives, and health stakeholders to spotlight key issues affecting local development. Among the top priorities discussed were the need to expand access to clean and safe water, strengthen the ongoing fight against drug and substance abuse, and enhance community resilience through inclusive programs. Speaking during the engagement, the DP emphasized the government’s unwavering commitment to equitable healthcare. He encouraged residents of Murang’a to register for the Social Health Authority (SHA) to access the expanded health benefit packages available through the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF).
To understand the root cause of GBV in Murang’a, a county ranked second nationally in Gender-Based Violence cases, the Chairperson of GBV taskforce, Dr. Nancy Baraza, together with the National Gender and Equality Commission CEO, Dr. Purity Ngina led a powerful public participation forum on the ongoing community engagements. With the community at the center, the session aimed to unpack the underlying factors contributing to GBV and explore sustainable, homegrown solutions. Voices from survivors, local leaders, and residents echoed the urgent need for coordinated action, awareness, and support systems. Dr Ngina emphasized the Commission’s commitment to listening, learning, and acting because real change begins with the people.
KTDA MS Managing Director Collins Bett, KTDA Finance Director Dorcas Mohammed, KTDA General Manager Sales and Marketing Vincent Mwingirwa and KTDA Operations Manager Kanja Thuku on Friday held a consultative meeting with Factory appointed tea brokers and buyers in Nairobi. The meeting explored ways of spurring the market and improving the current depressed prices.
Principal Secretary Joseph M. Motari chaired the World Bank project meeting on the Kenya Social and Economic Inclusion Project (KSEIP II) that was attended by officers from various government departments. KSEIP II aims to enhance the economic resilience of poor and vulnerable households in Kenya through targeted “cash-plus” programs that address needs across the life cycle. These interventions will help households meet basic needs, develop coping mechanisms, and transition from dependency to self-sufficiency. Over its five-year implementation period, KSEIP II will strengthen delivery systems and directly benefit nearly three million households—approximately 12 million Kenyans—including all two million currently enrolled in the National Safety Net Programme.
The Cabinet Secretary for Water, Sanitation and Irrigation, Eng. Eric Mugaa accompanied by the Principal Secretary for Water and Sanitation, Julius Korir, participated in the Sectoral Council of Ministers on the Lake Victoria Basin Commission (LVBC). The meeting, held in Kisumu, saw the adoption of the report of the 23rd Ordinary Meeting, a crucial document outlining the progress and strategic direction for projects and programmes within the Lake Victoria Basin. The report was presented by Dr. Caroline Karugu, Principal Secretary, State Department for EAC and Chairperson of the Coordination Committee.
The session was chaired by the Cabinet Secretary Ministry of East African Community Beatrice Akul, Chairperson of the EAC Council of Ministers, and underscored the shared commitment of EAC member states to sustainable water resource management and regional integration. Among the key highlights was a site visit to inspect the ongoing construction of the Lake Victoria Basin Commission Headquarters, a flagship infrastructure project that is now nearing completion.
The ministry reaffirmed its dedication to supporting collaborative regional efforts that strengthen environmental sustainability, enhance water resource governance, and improve livelihoods across the Lake Victoria Basin.