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Gov’t Alerts Public to Counterfeit Cancer Drug Found in Kenyan Market

11May

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Gov’t Alerts Public to Counterfeit Cancer Drug Found in Kenyan Market

In Summary: The Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) has issued a warning concerning a batch of counterfeit Herceptin 440mg (Trastuzumab 440mg) drugs used in treating breast and stomach cancer, recently discovered in Kenya. The counterfeit drugs, identified by batch number C5830083, purportedly manufactured by Roche Products Ltd in Germany, have falsified contents, packaging, and labeling, as confirmed by the brand owner. PPB advises against the use, sale, or distribution of this product due to safety concerns. The Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) has sounded an alarm over the presence of a dubious batch of counterfeit Herceptin 440mg (Trastuzumab 440mg) drugs in the Kenyan market, used for breast and stomach cancer treatment. According to PPB, the counterfeit drugs, marked with ...

May 10, 2024: Notable Key Events to Watch & Kenya Met Rainfall Forecasts

10May

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May 10, 2024: Notable Key Events to Watch & Kenya Met Rainfall Forecasts

President William Ruto engaged in tree planting activity. PHOTO : @WilliamsRuto/X In Summary: The Kenya Meteorological Department forecasts sustained rainfall across various regions including Western Kenya, the Rift Valley, and the North Coast, urging vigilance and preparedness. President William Ruto leads the nation in celebrating the National Tree Growing Day, emphasizing tree planting to combat climate change and honor flood victims, with plans to plant at least 200 million trees. Here's a brief rundown to keep you informed about today's notable occurrences: 1) Sustained Rainfall:Today, the Kenya Meteorological Department has forecasted ongoing rainfall across various regions. According to the department's announcement, the continued precipitation is anticipated to ...

Tragic Accident Claims Lives of Four Family Members on Bomet-Olenguruone Road

9May

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Tragic Accident Claims Lives of Four Family Members on Bomet-Olenguruone Road

Local residents gather at the scene where a private car, struck by a lorry, plunged into a river. Image | Courtesy In Summary: Four family members perish in a car accident near the Tenwek Bridge on the Bomet-Olenguruone road. Police commander Musa Oma confirms the incident, stating that a saloon car was hit by a lorry, causing it to plunge into the river. A devastating accident on Thursday near the Tenwek Bridge on the Bomet-Olenguruone road has claimed the lives of four family members. Bomet Central Sub-county police commander Musa Oma confirmed the tragic incident, revealing that the victims were traveling in a saloon car when it was struck by a lorry in the middle of the bridge, causing it to veer off the road and into the river. The collision occurred as both vehic...

Uganda Surges Among Top African Destinations for Immigrants, Outpacing Kenya – UN Report

9May

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Uganda Surges Among Top African Destinations for Immigrants, Outpacing Kenya – UN Report

Kenyan President William Ruto exchanges greetings with Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni at a previous event. Photo |Courtesy In Summary: Uganda ranks among the top three African destinations for immigrants, surpassing Kenya, according to the UN's World Migration Report 2024. South Africa leads as the most preferred destination in the continent, with Egypt topping the list for emigrants from Africa. Uganda has emerged as one of the leading African countries attracting immigrants, securing a prominent position among the continent's top destinations, as revealed by the latest findings in the UN's World Migration Report 2024. This significant shift places Uganda ahead of its regional counterpart, Kenya. The report meticulously tracked migration trends worldwide over the past ...

Raila Welcomes Medical Strike Resolution, Issues Stern Warning to Gov’t and Doctors

9May

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Raila Welcomes Medical Strike Resolution, Issues Stern Warning to Gov’t and Doctors

Raila Odinga, leader of the Azimio la Umoja opposition coalition, seen here during a previous event. Image| Courtesy In Summary: Raila Odinga, leader of the Azimio la Umoja opposition coalition, applauds the government and medical workers for reaching an agreement to end the 56-day public hospital strike. Odinga urges both parties to uphold their commitments to prevent future crises, emphasizing the importance of honoring Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs). Raila Odinga, the leader of the Azimio la Umoja opposition coalition, has expressed his approval of the recent agreement between the government and medical workers, which effectively concludes the 56-day strike that had brought public hospitals to a standstill. In a statement released to various news outlets, Oding...

Ngilu Vows to Reclaim Kitui Governorship in 2027, Ready to Serve Better

9May

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Ngilu Vows to Reclaim Kitui Governorship in 2027, Ready to Serve Better

Former Kitui Governor Charity Ngilu delivers a speech at the launch of the G7 Strategy by the Council of Governors in Safari Park, Nairobi, on March 7, 2024. Image |courtesy. In Summary: Former Kitui governor, Charity Ngilu, announces her intention to reclaim the governorship seat in the upcoming 2027 elections. Ngilu expresses determination to serve the people of Kitui better, emphasizing the need for effective governance and leadership. Former Kitui governor, Charity Ngilu, has announced her intention to reclaim the governorship seat in the upcoming 2027 elections. Ngilu, who previously served as governor in 2017 after defeating the incumbent Julius Malombe, has expressed her determination to serve the people of Kitui better this time around. During the 2022 general ...

Government and Doctors Reach Agreement, Ending Nationwide Strike

8May

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Government and Doctors Reach Agreement, Ending Nationwide Strike

Government representatives and KMPDU officials convene to sign agreement documents, signaling the conclusion of the 56-day doctors' strike on May 8, 2024. IMAGE | COURTESY In Summary: The Ministry of Health announces the resolution of the nationwide doctors' strike after a comprehensive agreement between the government and the Kenya Medical Practitioners Pharmacists Dentists Union (KMPDU). The strike, lasting 56 days, concludes following the signing of a return-to-work formula mandated by the Labour Relations Court. After 56 days of upheaval that plunged the nation into a healthcare crisis, the Ministry of Health disclosed on Wednesday that an agreement had been reached to end the nationwide doctors' strike. In an official statement, the Ministry confirmed that negotiation...

President Ruto Declares Friday, May 10, Public Holiday to Honor Flood Victims

8May

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President Ruto Declares Friday, May 10, Public Holiday to Honor Flood Victims

In Summary: President William Ruto designates Friday, May 10, 2024, as a public holiday to commemorate lives lost in the devastating floods. The holiday will be dedicated to environmental conservation efforts, including tree planting for climate change mitigation. President William Ruto has made a significant announcement, declaring Friday, May 10, 2024, a public holiday to honor the memory of those affected by the recent floods across the country. The decision, revealed during a meeting in Kajiado on Wednesday, reflects the nation's collective mourning for the 238 lives lost in the widespread flooding that commenced in March. The President emphasized the importance of using the designated day to remember and support those impacted by the ravages of climate change. A ...

President Ruto Directs Schools to Reopen on Monday, May 13, 2024

8May

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President Ruto Directs Schools to Reopen on Monday, May 13, 2024

President Ruto distributing KCPE and KPSEA National Examinations at Kikuyu Township Primary School, Kiambu County, on October 30, 2023. IMAGE |Courtesy In Summary: President William Ruto announces the reopening of all schools on Monday, May 13, 2024, citing improved weather conditions after heavy rains caused postponements. Funds for the reconstruction of damaged school infrastructure to be allocated through the NG-CDF. President William Ruto has issued a decisive directive for the full reopening of all schools on Monday, May 13, 2024. This directive follows a careful assessment of improved weather forecasts, signaling a decline in heavy rains that had previously disrupted plans for school resumption. In response to the challenges posed by the adverse weather conditions, P...

Forced to Flee: Kenyan Couple Narrates Harrowing Ordeal in Flight to Canada After 2022 Elections.

8May

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Forced to Flee: Kenyan Couple Narrates Harrowing Ordeal in Flight to Canada After 2022 Elections.

Philes Ongori, the athlete (left), and her husband John Mochama (right), pictured in Canada. IMAGE | St. Catharines Standard. In Summary: John Mochama and Philes Ongori recount their journey from Kenya to Canada after the 2022 General Election, highlighting threats and fears that led to their decision. Forced to leave their homeland due to safety concerns, the couple now resides in Canada, separated from their children, as they embark on rebuilding their lives. In the aftermath of the 2022 General Election, John Mochama finds himself grappling with the profound repercussions that have upended his life. Married to Silver medalist Philes Ongori, Mochama recounts a harrowing tale of their flight from Kenya to Canada, driven by threats and danger. Mochama, a teacher, had ventu...