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Kenya Pushes for Vaccine Self-Reliance as Africa Rethinks Health Security

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By James Nyaigoti, Kenya has signalled a decisive shift toward vaccine self-reliance and regional health manufacturing leadership as the 16th KEMRI Annual Scientific and Health (KASH) Pre-Conference opened in Nairobi, placing Africa’s long-standing dependence on imported vaccines under renewed scrutiny. Held under the theme “Advancing Kenya’s Vaccine Manufacturing Capacity for Sustainable Health Security,” the high-level forum brought together government leaders, scientists, and international partners at a time when global supply chain disruptions and pandemic lessons continue to reshape health policy worldwide. Opening the meeting, Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Health, Aden Duale, framed vaccine manufacturing as a strategic imperative extending beyond public health. “Vaccine research, development and manufacturing is not just about science. It is about health security, economic competitiveness, industrial growth, and national sovereignty,” Duale said. From Pandemic Lessons...
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HonJames Wanjohi Brings Valentine’s Day Boxing Spectacle to Kabete

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By John Njoroge 10 February 2026, Kabete, Kiambu Kabete Constituency is set to mark Valentine’s Day with a burst of sporting energy as incoming Member of Parliament Hon. James Wanjohi prepares to host a major boxing extravaganza on February 14. The highly anticipated fight night is expected to attract boxing enthusiasts, youth groups and residents from across Kabete, transforming the traditionally romantic holiday into a celebration of sport, unity and shared community spirit. Organizers say the event is designed to promote positive youth engagement by providing a platform where talent, discipline and determination can shine. By centering the Valentine’s Day celebrations on boxing, the initiative seeks to highlight sport as a vehicle for empowerment and opportunity. The ring will serve as a stage for healthy competition and mutual respect, offering young athletes a constructive outlet and a chance to gain exposure before a home audience. The program will feature a lineup of...
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World Vision Kenya Unveils 2026–2030 National Strategy, Targets 13.3 Million Children Nationwide

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By James Nyaigoti World Vision Kenya has launched its 2026–2030 National Strategy alongside a new Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Business Plan, marking a renewed five-year commitment to improving the lives of Kenya’s most vulnerable children through resilience building, inclusive development, strengthened child protection systems and expanded access to essential services. The strategy was unveiled at a high-level stakeholder forum in Nairobi and outlines an ambitious plan to reach 13.3 million children across 33 counties through direct programming, strategic partnerships and evidence-based advocacy. Priority will be given to children living in extreme poverty, children with disabilities, and those affected by climate shocks, violence and social exclusion. At the centre of the rollout is the WASH Business Plan, dubbed “Mapping the Blue Thread”, which will guide World Vision Kenya’s WASH investments from 2026 to 2030. The plan aims to provide 2.27 million children with ...
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Kansai plascon awards 15 painters Sh 50,000 Each in School fees support programme

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Kansai Plascon Kenya has awarded 15 painters KSh 50,000 each under its 2025 Shinda School Fees Support Programme, reinforcing its commitment to supporting painters’ livelihoods and easing the education burden on their families. The initiative, which has a total education support value of Sh 750,000, is part of Kansai Plascon’s targeted corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts aimed at uplifting painters beyond the job site. Implemented in collaboration with Muthokinju Paints and Cement, the programme attracted strong participation from painters across the country. Under the scheme, selected painters are receiving direct financial support to help pay school fees for their children, a move the company says recognises the central role painters play as breadwinners and caregivers within their families. Kansai Plascon Kenya is currently undertaking the felicitation of the winners in different regions nationwide. Speaking on the initiative, Kansai Plascon Kenya Managing Dire...
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Corner Tribe Council of Elders Issues Formal Apology Over Controversial Public Remarks

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Jared Odhiambo  Kenya Daily Monitor  The Corner Tribe Council of Elders has issued a formal and unreserved apology following controversial public statements made by one of its members, Mr. Mohamed Kahiye Osman, which targeted senior leaders from Northern Kenya and a prominent businessman. In an official letter dated 2nd February 2026 and released through the Office of the Sultan (Chairman), the Council distanced itself from the remarks, terming them unfortunate, unacceptable, and contrary to the values and traditions of the Corner Tribe of Mandera County. The apology was directed to respected leaders including Cabinet Secretary Hon. Adan Bare Duale, Hon. Farah Maalim, and other distinguished leaders from the region, as well as renowned businessman Mr. Abdiwali, the owner of BBS Mall. The Council emphasized that the statements did not reflect the collective position, culture, or principles of the community. “As the traditional leadership of the Corner Tribe, we cate...
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Transformative Real Estate Development Set to Redefine Nairobi’s Residential Landscape

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Nairobi, 30th January, 2026 - In a move that underscores how real estate development is reshaping the economic and social fabric of Kenya, Tofauti Lifestyle Ltd has commenced construction of 37byINEZA, an ambitious high-end residential project poised to become one of the city’s most significant contemporary living environments. Located on Kwaheri Road with strategic dual access from Runda and Kiambu Road, 37byINEZA comprises 37 luxury five-bedroom townhouses with domestic staff quarters (DSQ), a scale and quality rarely seen in the local property market. This development, building on the success of the fully occupied Ineza Boutique Homes, signals a maturation of Nairobi’s urban housing sector and highlights the evolving expectations of residents in Kenya’s capital. While the philosophy of 37byINEZA is grounded in the original vision of Ineza Boutique Homes, this new project is intentionally larger and more refined, responding to demonstrable demand for sophisticated, intern...
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St. George’s University Hosts Information Session for Aspiring Doctors in Kenya

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Nairobi, Kenya, 29, January 2025: St. George’s University (SGU) School of Medicine, Grenada, West Indies, recently hosted an in-person information session in Nairobi, Kenya, for prospective medical students and their families.  The event took place on Friday, 16 January 2025, at Sankara Nairobi, and was attended by over 100 participants. The session was designed to provide general information about SGU’s medical education offerings, academic program/tracks, and student support services. Attendees had the opportunity to engage with SGU representatives and learn more about the structure of the Doctor of Medicine (MD) program, including the four-year MD program and the five- and six-year MD tracks. A portion of the session featured a live virtual contribution from Jamil Moloo, a current SGU School of Medicine student, who joined via Zoom from Grenada. The student shared personal observations about academic life, campus facilities, and living in Grenada while pursuing medic...
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