New study urges integration of mental health in climate adaptation policies

A ground-breaking study highlights the critical need to address mental health in climate adaptation efforts across Sub-Saharan Africa. Conducted by the African Coalition of Communities Responsive to Climate Change (ACCRCC) in Kenya, Ethiopia, and Uganda, the research reveals that extreme weather events are intensifying mental health challenges, including eco-anxiety, depression, and PTSD. “This study underscores…

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Kithure Kindiki Explains Why Rigathi Gachagua Has Never Handed Over Official Office After He Was Deposed

Thursday, December 19, Kithure Kindiki gave his first interview since assuming the position of deputy president In the interview, Kindiki emphasized that there is no cold enmity between him and his predecessor, Rigathi Gachagua The former Minister of Internal Security explained why there was no official handover after taking over from Gachagua Nairobi – Deputy…

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Win for KMPDU as intern doctors get Sh206,000 monthly salary

Doctors demonstrating outside Nairobi hospital on December 16th 2024. [Collins Oduor, Standard] Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has brokered an agreement with the Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists, and Dentists Union (KMPDU), averting a nationwide doctors’ strike that was set to begin on December 22, 2024. The deal resolves key grievances over intern doctors’ salaries and outstanding…

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5 key takeaways from KMPDU’s agreement with govt that averted nationwide doctors’ strike

The government on Thursday, December 19, 2024, averted a nationwide doctors’ strike planned for December 22, 2024 mid-night after signing an agreement with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Union (KMPDU). During the agreement brokered by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, Director General of Health Patrick Amoth, the Ministry of Health and the Council of Governors,…

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High Court Extends Suspension of IMEI Declaration Directive Over Privacy Concerns

The High Court has extended its suspension of a directive from the Communication Authority (CA) of Kenya and the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) requiring travelers entering the country to declare their devices’ International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) numbers. This directive, originally set to take effect on November 1, 2024, has faced significant backlash from stakeholders…

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