SHA to Double Cancer Cover to Ksh1 Million Over Three Years

The Social Health Authority (SHA) has unveiled plans to gradually raise Kenya’s cancer treatment package from the current Ksh550,000 to Ksh1 million within the next three years. Appearing before the National Assembly’s Departmental Committee on Health, SHA Chief Executive Officer Dr. Mercy Mwangangi said the review is being implemented in collaboration with the Benefits and…

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Why Tanzanians protested on election day

Tanzania’s ruling party Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) presidential candidate and incumbent President Samia Suluhu Hassan delivers her remarks during the party’s closing campaign rally in Mwanza on October 28, 2025. [AFP] Tension gripped Tanzania hours after  polls closed on Wednesday, October 29, in an election that began peacefully but later descended into chaos…

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Huduma Kenya Urges Patience as Free ID Card Issuance Directive Takes Shape

Huduma Kenya has reaffirmed that the presidential directive offering free national identity cards (IDs) is still in effect, dismissing widespread rumors that the policy had been suspended or reversed. In a press statement released on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, the agency emphasized the government’s unwavering commitment to ensuring every eligible Kenyan receives an ID card…

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‘There is No Point’ – Sifan Hassan Explains Why She is Not Obsessed With Winning 2025 New York City Marathon

The Olympic marathon champion has said she is approaching her 2025 New York City Marathon debut with focus and calm, rather than obsessing over winning. Fresh off a record-breaking performance in Sydney, Dutch running sensation Sifan Hassan is maintaining a calm and focused mindset as she prepares for her first-ever New York City Marathon on…

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Fred Matiang’i Defends Jubilee Loyalty, Says “Uhuru Didn’t Tell Me to Run”

Presidential aspirant Fred Matiang’i has defended his association with Uhuru Kenyatta’s Jubilee Party, saying his unwavering loyalty is a sign of commitment and reliability in a political landscape marred by opportunism and constant party-hopping. Speaking during an interview with a local radio station on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, Matiang’i asserted he still takes pride serving…

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