… – Nairobi Hospital Chapter, brought together healthcare professionals, nursing leaders, and partners under the theme “Our Nurses, Our Future: Empowered Nurses Save Lives.” Speaking during the celebrations, Public Health and Professional Standards Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni …
The Nairobi Hospital Marks International Nurses Week 2026 with Tribute to NursesKenya Minute.
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Mary Muthoni — Principal Secretary for Public Health and Professional Standards, elected Chairperson of the African Permanent and Principal Secretaries for Health.
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- May 2026
… Speaking during the International Nurses Week 2026 celebrations at The Nairobi Hospital, Public Health and Professional Standards Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni described nurses as the backbone of Kenya’s healthcare system and key players in achieving Universal Health Coverage …
PS hails nurses as the backbone of healthcare system… Public Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni has emphasized the need for long-term prevention rather than crisis response. …
Health Ministry cautions against HantavirusKenya heightens surveillance over Hantavirus threat - PS Mary Muthoni By Brian Kimani May 09, 2026 05:30 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Public Health and Professional Standards PS Mary Muthoni during a pas …
Kenya heightens surveillance over Hantavirus threat - PS Mary Muthoni… Public Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni identified Mwea, known for rice farming, and Gichugu, where Thiba Dam is located, as malaria hotspots within the county. …
Mwea residents raise alarm over malaria threat over surge in mosquitoesNAIROBI, Kenya, May 6-Principal Secretary for Public Health and Professional Standards Mary Muthoni has been elected Chairperson of the African Permanent and Principal Secretaries for Health, marking a significant boost to Kenya’s leadership in continental health governance. …
Health PS Muthoni Elected Chair of the African Permanent and Principal Secretaries for HealthNAIROBI, Kenya, May 6-Principal Secretary for Public Health and Professional Standards Mary Muthoni has been elected Chairperson of the African Permanent and Principal Secretaries for Health, marking a significant boost to Kenya’s leadership in continental health governance. …
Health PS Muthoni to Chair the African Permanent and Principal Secretaries for HealthAudio By VocalizeMary Muthoni has been elected chairperson of the African Permanent and Principal Secretaries for Health, a role that places Kenya at the centre of continental efforts to coordinate public health policy and response. …
PS Muthoni to chair PSs for Health Africa caucus- April 2026
… The meeting was attended by Principal Secretary for Medical Services Ouma Oluga, Principal Secretary for Public Health and Professional Standards Mary Muthoni, Director-General for Health Patrick Amoth, alongside other senior ministry officials.
Duale, WHO Officials Hold Talks on Global Health Cooperation, Regional Health Security… The high-level session drew senior policymakers and global health leaders, including Principal Secretary for Public Health and Professional Standards Mary Muthoni and Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, alongside ministers from across the continent. …
Kenya to Host Eastern Africa Health Security Hub Under New Africa CDC Deal
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Nairobi Hospital celebrates International Nurses Week 2026
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The Nairobi Hospital marked International Nurses Week 2026 with recognition of nurses' role in healthcare delivery. The Public Health Principal Secretary said nurses manage nearly 75 percent of Level 2 and Level 3 health facilities in Kenya and the government is prioritizing investments to improve their training, working conditions, and retention.
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Nairobi Hospital celebrates International Nurses Week 2026
The Nairobi Hospital marked International Nurses Week 2026 with recognition of nurses' role in healthcare delivery. The Public Health Principal Secretary said nurses manage nearly 75 percent of Level 2 and Level 3 health facilities in Kenya and the government is prioritizing investments to improve their training, working conditions, and retention.
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Monday 11 May
Government lauds nurses as backbone of healthcare system
The Public Health Principal Secretary has praised nurses for their critical role in delivering healthcare and achieving Universal Health Coverage, noting that nurses manage nearly 75 per cent of Level Two and Level Three health facilities. The Government reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening the profession through improved training, working conditions, and career growth.
12 May 2026 · The Standard →
Friday 8 May
Kenya heightens Hantavirus surveillance after Atlantic cruise outbreak
Kenya has stepped up surveillance and preparedness measures following a reported outbreak of Andes strain Hantavirus linked to a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean, with eight cases including three deaths reported aboard MV Hondius. Health authorities say no case has been confirmed locally but have placed digital surveillance systems and laboratory networks on high alert, with counties directed to prepare isolation centres and intensify public sensitization campaigns.
9 May 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya enhances surveillance against Hantavirus and zoonotic diseases
Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni has called for enhanced surveillance and preventive measures against zoonotic diseases including the Andes strain of Hantavirus, saying Kenya is shifting from crisis response to long-term disease prevention and strengthening systems targeting diseases transmitted from animals to humans.
9 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Tuesday 5 May
Mwea residents report unusual surge in mosquito populations
Residents of Mwea in Kirinyaga County are experiencing a sharp increase in mosquito populations described as unusual and more severe than previous rainy seasons, raising concerns about potential malaria outbreaks despite reports that the mosquitoes are not more harmful than before.
6 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Health PS Muthoni Elected Chair of African Health Officials
Principal Secretary for Public Health and Professional Standards Mary Muthoni has been elected Chairperson of the African Permanent and Principal Secretaries for Health, confirmed during a high-level consultative meeting on cross-border health collaboration in Brazzaville. Muthoni said the election reflects continental momentum toward coordinated action in tackling public health challenges and presents a strategic opportunity for Kenya to deepen collaboration with other African countries in disease surveillance and emergency response.
6 May 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya's health PS elected chair of African health officials
Principal Secretary for Public Health and Professional Standards Mary Muthoni has been elected Chairperson of the African Permanent and Principal Secretaries for Health, confirmed during a meeting in Brazzaville on cross-border health collaboration. Muthoni said the election reflects African nations' shared commitment to strengthen cooperation in disease surveillance, emergency response, and building resilient health systems.
6 May 2026 · Capital News →
PS Muthoni elected chair of African health officials caucus
Mary Muthoni, Principal Secretary for Public Health and Professional Standards, has been elected chairperson of the African Permanent and Principal Secretaries for Health during a meeting in Brazzaville. The role will focus on enhancing cooperation in disease surveillance, cross-border health security, and strengthening resilient health systems across African states.
6 May 2026 · The Standard →
Monday 27 April
Duale meets WHO officials on health cooperation and security
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale met with senior WHO officials during the World Health Summit Regional Meeting 2026 in Nairobi to discuss global health cooperation, regional health security, and Kenya's health sector reforms under the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda, including Universal Health Coverage, local pharmaceutical manufacturing, and Africa's role in global health diplomacy.
28 April 2026 · Capital News →
Sunday 26 April
Kenya to host Eastern Africa health security hub
Kenya has signed a framework agreement with the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention to establish the Eastern Africa Regional Coordinating Centre in Nairobi, which will serve 14 member states and strengthen coordination, preparedness and response to public health threats across the region.
27 April 2026 · Capital News →
Saturday 25 April
Kenya launches malaria elimination strategy targeting 2027
Kenya has rolled out the Kenya Malaria Strategy 2023–2027 to intensify malaria control, with prevalence declining from 8 percent to 6 percent in recent years through vector control, mosquito net distribution, and improved treatment access. The Public Health Principal Secretary warned that malaria remains a major challenge in western Kenya and coastal regions despite the progress, calling for targeted interventions and innovation including digital disease surveillance systems.
26 April 2026 · Capital News →