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DR CONGO STUNS JAMAICA AS AFRICA'S TEN TEAMS SECURE FIFA WORLD CUP 2026 SPOTS.

In a thrilling display of determination and late-game heroics, the DR Congo national football team punched their ticket to the FIFA World Cup 2026, …

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Can SHA Cover Testicular Cancer?

Navigating a cancer diagnosis is one of the most overwhelming experiences a man can face—not just emotionally, but financially. 1. The Cost Breakdown: What are …

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SHA dialysis coverage and kidney transplant explained

Dialysis cost in Kenya remains a major concern for patients living with kidney disease. With each session costing between Ksh 9,500 and Ksh 12,000, …

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Endometriosis: Understanding the Silent Struggle Many Women Face

Endometriosis is a chronic and often painful condition that affects millions of women worldwide, yet it remains widely misunderstood and underdiagnosed. Many women silently …

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Understanding Wounds: Types, First Aid, and Proper Care

A wound is any break in the skin or underlying tissue, ranging from minor scrapes to deep cuts, punctures, or even internal injuries. While …

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Neonatal Syphilis:Congenital Syphilis

Neonatal syphilis remains a serious but preventable condition that affects newborns exposed to syphilis during pregnancy. Without early intervention, congenital syphilis can lead to …

International

Larry Madowo Honored with Human Rights Defenders Award.

Congratulations to Larry Madowo for winning the Human Rights Defenders Award—an honor that recognizes individuals or movements who have shown exceptional courage in confronting …

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Why You Need Rest (More Than You Think)

In a culture that glorifies hustle, rest is often misunderstood as laziness. In reality, rest is part of the work—it’s what allows you to …

International

RAPPER-TURNED-POLITICIAN BALENDRA SHAH SWORN IN AS NEPAL'S YOUNGEST PRIME MINISTER.

Rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah was sworn in as prime minister of Nepal on Friday, taking charge of a nation long plagued by political instability, weak …

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Principal Secretary Ouma Oluga Calls for Urgent Action on Maternal and Newborn Deaths.

Principal Secretary for Medical Services, Dr. Ouma Oluga, has issued a strong call for a results-driven approach in the fight against preventable maternal and …