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Ministry Seeks Public Views on Proposed Ban of Shisha and Waterpipe Tobacco Products

Kenya's Ministry of Health invites public input on banning shisha and waterpipe tobacco to curb youth tobacco use and improve health.

International

Israel and Lebanon Announce New Ceasefire Deal Facilitated by U.S.

Israel and Lebanon agree on a new ceasefire framework to end border hostilities, contingent on Hezbollah's ceasefire, U.S. facilitation involved.

Sports

France's Saliba 'fine' after injury scare, says Deschamps

France coach Didier Deschamps confirmed that William Saliba is 'fine' despite injury worries, as France prepares for the World Cup with cautious squad rotation.

International

Macron, Kagame Inaugurate Rwanda Genocide Memorial in Paris

Macron and Kagame inaugurated the Rwanda genocide victims memorial in Paris, a symbol of remembrance and diplomatic cooperation.

News

Suspected Ebola Cases Reported in 9 Counties All Turn Negative - Duale

Kenyan health officials confirm that all 22 suspected Ebola alerts across nine counties have tested negative, reinforcing the country's preparedness and active监

Health

Kiambu County's First Telemedicine Surgery: Pioneering Healthcare Innovation

Discover how Kiambu County has pioneered its first telemedicine surgery utilizing the Proximie system, enhancing healthcare services through real-time surgical.

Health

Uganda Confirms Six New Ebola Cases, Total Infections Hit 15.

Uganda has confirmed six new Ebola cases, raising total infections to 15. Twelve patients are under treatment, two recovered, and one died.

International

Tanzania's President Makes Historic State Visit to Russia Amid Western Tensions

Tanzania's President Samia Suluhu Hassan makes historic state visit to Russia to boost trade, energy, and investment cooperation.

Climate

Waste Management Emerges as a Growing Challenge for Kenyan Counties

Kenyan counties face rising waste management challenges amid urban growth, risking public health and environment.

Health

KALRO Issues Urgent Warning Over Dangerous Levels of Aflatoxins in Kenyan Cereals

KALRO warns of high aflatoxin levels in Kenyan cereals, highlighting public health risks and the need for urgent action.