Topic: Mpox
Kenya heightens vigilance as Mpox cases rise and Marburg threat looms
Feb 12, 2025 at 06:54 PM
A recent update from the Ministry of Health has confirmed 38 cases of Mpox across 12 counties since the outbreak was declared on July 31, 2024, with one fatality reported....
Kenya’s biobank initiative paves the way for global biological research recognition
Feb 04, 2025 at 03:21 PM
Kenya is making remarkable progress in biological research management, positioning itself as a future leader in scientific innovation across Africa....
Govt launches Mpox vaccination campaign as Marburg threat looms
Jan 23, 2025 at 05:52 PM
Kenya is rolling out an urgent response to contain the rising cases of Mpox while preparing for the potential spread of Marburg Virus Disease (MVD)....
US Ambassador to Kenya Meg Whitman resigns days after Donald Trump's win
Nov 13, 2024 at 09:20 PM
U.S. Ambassador to Kenya Meg Whitman announced her resignation today, Tuesday, in a statement delivered to her embassy staff....
Kenya confirms third case of Mpox as it intensifies efforts to combat outbreak
Aug 30, 2024 at 04:48 PM
The Ministry of Health in Kenya has confirmed a third case of Mpox, also known as monkeypox, in the country....
Mpox patient recovers as Kenya tightens border surveillance amid outbreak fears
Aug 07, 2024 at 10:31 AM
The Ministry of Health has announced a breakthrough in the country’s battle against Mpox, confirming the full recovery of the first patient diagnosed with the disease....
WHO warns of lingering threat as Covid-19 claims 1,000 lives weekly in Europe
Jun 27, 2023 at 03:46 PM
The World Health Organization's European office has issued a stern warning, emphasizing that the risk of Covid-19 is far from over in the region....