The experts noted that delayed diagnosis and weak prevention are also key factors behind the growing burden of non-communicable diseases in the region.
During the 62nd Jamhuri Day celebrations, the President announced the government's plan to build a 60-kilometre expressway from Nairobi to Thika by 2026.
CS Ruku oversaw the delivery of emergency supplies, including foodstuffs, blankets, clothing, and other essentials, aimed at helping affected households stabilise in the aftermath of the tragedy.
The programme is expected to strengthen early diagnosis, reduce congestion at the referral facility, and improve access to care for underserved populations.
The petitioners argued that the agreement was entered into without a procurement process and public participation, which is a mandatory requirement for major government undertakings.
The project forms the island’s first-ever tarmac road and is positioned to unlock significant gains across fisheries, tourism, agriculture, and general market access.
The demonstrators accused the Ministry of delaying implementation, despite having concluded negotiations and submitted the necessary documents in September 2025.
Owalo noted that some contractors are failing to meet timelines while leaders attempt to influence the implementation processes of government projects.
With the Mt Kenya region experiencing shifts in political alliances, Waiguru urged her followers to be patient, noting that the elections are still some time away.
In 2024, 4.6 million children under five died worldwide, and the report projects this number will increase by more than 200,000 in 2025, reaching around 4.8 million.
His arrest followed an intelligence-led operation after he allegedly crafted and delivered a forged letter to the CEO of the National Police Service Commission (NPSC).
The announcement was made during the Children’s Month celebrations held in LungaLunga, where the court warned that no institution may house minors without complete government registration.
Duale reaffirmed that the new financing model is centred on transparency, accountability, and results-driven investment, while promoting coordinated, high-impact interventions across the sector.
“Relying on the national budget was impossible as a single highway could consume nearly half of the entire annual development budget.” The President stated.
The organisation’s structure is designed to serve women who are typically excluded from formal financial systems due to lack of collateral, low financial literacy, or time and mobility constraints.
Ruto recommended strict adherence to the "Golden Rules" of budgeting. The report called for adopting a baseline of Ksh 32 billion for 2027 assessed contributions, with progressive increases over ten years.