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Principal Secretary for Medical Services, Harry Kimtai during the launch of the National Health Accounts Estimates Report

Kenya Unveils The National Health Accounts Estimates Report

Kenya has unveiled the latest National Health Accounts Estimates Report spaning 2019/20 to 2021/22, shedding light on strides made in the Vision 2030 agenda. Noteworthy achievements include the provision of free healthcare for HIV/AIDS, malaria, and tuberculosis, contributing significantly to the decline in child and maternal mortality rates. Medical Services PS Harry Kimtai spearheaded the…

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Sisters Samira, Amran, Shukri, and Hindiya Abdi wait for customers at their workstation in the Warta Nabada district of Mogadishu, Somalia, on May 17, 2024. (Photo: Handout)

Mogadishu: Four Sisters Defy Gender Norms by Washing Tuk-Tuks to Support Family

In the Warta Nabada district of Mogadishu, Somalia, four sisters have unexpectedly become a symbol of resilience and unity through their efforts to support their family. Samira, Amran, Shukri, and Hindiya Abdi was tuk-tuks, a job traditionally reserved for men. Their story has garnered widespread attention, as many are astonished by women undertaking such labor-intensive…

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Taiwan lawmakers argue and exchange blows during a parliamentary session in Taipei, Taiwan May 17, 2024.

Taiwanese Lawmakers Clash in Parliament Over Reforms Ahead of President-Elect Lai Ching-te’s Inauguration

Taiwanese lawmakers engaged in physical altercations on Friday, shoving, tackling, and hitting each other in parliament amid a heated dispute over proposed reforms, just days before President-elect Lai Ching-te is set to take office without a legislative majority. The conflict began even before the votes were cast, with lawmakers screaming and shoving outside the legislative…

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DP Rigathi Gachagua during a past function. PHOTO | DPCS

DP Gachagua Defends The Ksh. 1.2 Billion Renovation Budget, Cites Neglect Of Office and Residence for 15 Years

DP Gachagua has stood by the proposed budget allocation for his office in the upcoming 2024/2025 financial year. Presented by a delegate from DP Gachagua’s team, the proposed figures outline plans to allocate Ksh. 460.4 million for the renovation of his Harambee Annex offices and an additional Ksh. 660 million for the refurbishment of his…

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Roads and Transport CS Kipchumba Murkomen during a past meeting in his office. PHOTO | COURTESY

Gov’t Needs Ksh. 30 Billion To Repair Roads Damaged By Floods-CS Kipchumba Murkomen

Roads and Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has announced that the government will need approximately Ksh. 30 billion to repair all roads damaged by floods nationwide. During an inspection of the Gamba section of the Lamu-Witu-Garsen road, which was swept away by floods, Murkomen stated that numerous roads and bridges have been affected across the…

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Arsenal Women’s Team Set to Make Emirates Stadium Their Main Home

Arsenal’s Emirates Stadium will take center stages for the women’s team starting next season, marking a significant milestone driven by a surge in interest, the club announced on Tuesday. The decision entails hosting 11 games at the stadium during the 2024/25 campaign, comprising eight Women’s Super League (WSL) fixtures and three potential Champions League matches…

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The Future of Artificial Intelligence in Africa

The future of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Africa holds immense promise for transformative impact across various sectors, including healthcare, agriculture, and education. Human experts and AI platforms like ChatGPT agree that AI is poised to become a significant frontier in U.S.-China competition on the continent. To fully harness the potential of AI, African countries will…

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