Aden Duale, the Health Cabinet Secretary, and Kamel Ghribi, the chairman of the GKSD Group, signed the contract in front of President William Ruto at State House Nairobi.Fifteen hospitals throughout 15 counties are covered by the program, which is being developed under Italy's Mattei Plan for Africa.Two Level 6 national training and referral facilities and thirteen Level 5 county referral hospitals form the package.The estimated value of the.... Read more »

Posted on : Friday , 6th November 2026

As part of measures to enhance domestic health-sector capacities, Kenya is investigating increased cooperation with Merck Healthcare and Life Science in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, regional manufacturing and capacity building.Medical Services Principal Secretary Dr. Frank Stangenberg-Haverkamp, Chairman of the Merck Foundation, organized a group from Merck that visited to Dr. Ouma Oluga to discuss possible areas of collaboration and.... Read more »

Posted on : Friday , 6th November 2026

A new business platform, Business Network Uganda (BNU), has been established to bring together entrepreneurs, professionals and investors while encouraging trade, investment, knowledge sharing and commercial partnerships between Uganda, Kenya and the broader East African region. Operating under Bizsphere Club, BNU was officially launched in Kampala on September 19. Speaking at the launch, Kenya’s High Commissioner to Uganda, Ababu.... Read more »

Posted on : Friday , 2nd October 2026

According to an official statement, Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan encouraged African nations to increase domestic investment in the health care sector in order to form strong, environmentally friendly and independent healthcare systems. According to a statement released by the Directorate of Presidential Communications, made the request while speaking at a special health meeting of African Union heads of state and government in.... Read more »

Posted on : Thursday , 6th August 2026

After the signing of a Collaboration Framework between the Ministry of Health and the Beginnings Fund, Kenya has intensified its efforts to end avoidable maternal and newborn deaths. This represents a significant milestone in the advancement of equitable, superior maternal and newborn healthcare through nationwide led reforms. In order to support Kenya's maternal and newborn health goals and promote the execution of the Every Woman Every.... Read more »

Posted on : Thursday , 6th August 2026

For the 2026–2027 fiscal year, Tanzania's Minister of Health, Mohamed Mchengerwa, presented a TZS 1.8 trillion budget, of which TZS 1.15 trillion (64%) was allocated to development. The budget supports the ongoing implementation of universal health insurance, a new TZS 1.2 trillion Muhimbili National Hospital, and a pharmaceutical manufacturing initiative aimed at achieving 80% self-sufficiency in healthcare goods by 2030. In May 2026, in.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 6th July 2026

Proparco is pleased to announce that Tibu Health, a Kenyan healthtech start-up, will receive funding. The money, awarded through the Bridge Fund by Digital Africa facility, will help expedite the development of its proximity integrated clinics and enhance access to healthcare for marginalized populations. Jason Carmichael founded Tibu Health, a Kenyan start-up focused on providing accessible and reasonably priced basic healthcare, in 2020..... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 6th July 2026

Muthomi Njuki, the governor of Tharaka Nithi, has unveiled a number of ground-breaking initiatives in sports, healthcare and youth development with the goal of enhancing livelihoods and increasing possibilities for County inhabitants. Speaking at the official ending ceremony of the county's two-day cultural festival at Mugona Grounds in Maara Constituency, Deputy Governor Njuki stated that his administration is still dedicated to.... Read more »

Posted on : Tuesday , 9th June 2026

In order to assess the health sector's performance for 2025 and establish priorities for the 2026–2027 fiscal year, government officials, development partners, non-state actors and the business sector gathered at the 25th Joint Annual Health Sector Technical Review Meeting (JAHS–TRM) in Dodoma. "Accelerating achievement of Universal Health Coverage through Transformative Leadership, Accountability and Digital Innovation in Ensuring.... Read more »

Posted on : Tuesday , 9th June 2026

In order to provide life-saving vaccination services to the underprivileged island and coastal communities in the Pwani (Coast) Region, the Tanzanian government has formally launched a fleet of seven medical boats. Geographical isolation will no longer be a barrier to immunization according to the 1.1 billion Tanzanian Shillings project, which marks a major advancement in the country's "last-mile" health delivery policy.Accessibility to basic.... Read more »

Posted on : Tuesday , 5th May 2026

In an effort to boost the health sector's contribution to the country's economy, the Tanzanian government is still putting strategic measures into place to encourage medical tourism in the country.During the 13th Parliament, Third Meeting, Fourth Sitting in Dodoma, Deputy Minister for Health Florence Samizi made this statement in response to a query from Special Seats Member of Parliament Catherine Canute Joachim.Dr. Samizi responded on behalf.... Read more »

Posted on : Tuesday , 5th May 2026

AXA Health International, which runs the AXA worldwide Healthcare brand, has announced a new partnership with Alliance Insurance Corporation Limited and MIC Global Risks in Tanzania, expanding its worldwide reach and footprint throughout Africa. Businesses, expats and professionals who go abroad will be able to take use of AXA Global Healthcare's Global Executive Health Plan (GEHP) thanks to the partnership, which will improve access to.... Read more »

Posted on : Tuesday , 7th April 2026