Newsletters

Mental health has long been a neglected aspect of public health in many countries, including Kenya. However, that is beginning to change. In recent years, Kenya […]

Vaccines are one of the most effective tools in modern medicine, saving millions of lives every year. Yet despite their proven success, vaccine misinformation has become […]

Cancer is a challenge for countries all around the world, and Kenya is one of many nations that is being impacted more and more every year. […]

Climate change is no longer a distant threat for anyone living on planet Earth. Instead, it is a present-day crisis that is already affecting lives across […]

Malaria remains one of the leading public health challenges in Africa, and Kenya’s fight against malaria has been an ongoing battle for decades. Because 75% of […]

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has been a key part of healthcare progress in Kenya for many decades. Through its support for disease […]

Nutrition and food security in Kenya remain some of the most pressing challenges facing all citizens, regardless of age or location. Millions of families around the […]

Tuberculosis (TB) remains a major public health concern in Kenya, but recent years have seen significant progress in the country’s efforts to meet the World Health […]

Mental health in Kenya has long been overshadowed by stigma, cultural misconceptions, and systemic neglect. However, mental health awareness in Kenya is gaining momentum in 2025, […]

As of April 2025, Kenya is grappling with a complex energy crisis that threatens its broader economic stability and development goals. Despite significant strides in adopting […]

Kenya, like many developing countries, is experiencing a rise in the number of children with physical disabilities. Various factors contribute to this increase, including congenital conditions, […]

Six months ago, Kenya’s Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF), also known as Taifa Care, began to roll out. Since then, the program has been plagued by […]

Access to healthcare remains a challenge for many Kenyans, especially those in remote and rural areas. Long distances to medical facilities, limited transportation options, and financial […]

Healthcare access in rural Kenya presents both unique challenges and surprising realities. While many assume that medical care in these areas is virtually nonexistent, the situation […]

The Kenyan healthcare system is facing a silent crisis, and it is pushing many young doctors and medical interns to the brink. In recent months, the […]

Access to clean water is a fundamental human right, yet millions of people in Kenya still struggle to obtain safe drinking water. Contaminated water sources contribute […]

Too many times, healthcare is approached reactively, and disease is only treated after it has already started to spread. Unfortunately, this model places an enormous strain […]

Kenyans are still facing challenges with the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF), despite changes to the program. The rollout of the SHIF has been filled with […]

In Kenya, maternal health is a significant public health challenge. Access to quality prenatal and postnatal care remains limited for many women, particularly those in rural […]

After over 58 years, Kenya recently created the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) to replace the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF). While this fund was created […]

In Kenya, like many parts of the world, mental health issues are a growing concern. The World Health Organization states that Kenya has the fourth-highest number […]

Kenya is a fast-growing economy, which means that it also has a fast-growing energy requirement. Throughout Africa, many countries are struggling to get access to energy […]

Kenya has already faced one lengthy and fatal strike earlier this year of doctors and other healthcare workers. The strike lasted for almost two months and […]

Kenya has been at the forefront of global efforts to combat HIV, and the country has made remarkable progress. Through a combination of public health initiatives, […]

Currently, Kenya’s maternal mortality rate stands at 355 deaths for every 100,000 live births. This means that, based on the number of children being born every […]

Malnutrition in Kenya has been a problem for a long time, but great strides are being made in terms of fighting malnutrition. For example, the prevalence […]

Tuberculosis (TB) remains a significant public health issue in Kenya, with the country having over 120,000 people every year who develop the illness. TB in Kenya […]

For the past seven years, Kenya has been experiencing a growing number of cholera cases. These waves of outbreaks are putting Kenyans at risk and presenting […]

Kenya is facing a growing energy crisis that is posing significant challenges to its economic development, sustainability, and the health of its citizens. The country’s energy […]

Kenyan President William Ruto’s recent visit to the White House marks a significant milestone in the diplomatic relations between Kenya and the United States. This three-day […]

Telemedicine has become more common throughout the globe in the wake of COVID-19, and it is now being used to deliver healthcare services to more remote […]

As Kenya continues to develop and progress, one crucial aspect that requires attention is the care and well-being of geriatric patients in Kenya. Geriatric patients, defined […]

Currently, Kenyan doctors are in the streets striking for better working conditions and pay. Doctors have now been on strike for over five weeks, and negotiations […]

Pregnancy and childbirth should be a joyous occasion, but for many women in Kenya, it can be risky due to inadequate healthcare infrastructure and limited resources. […]

In the fight against HIV/AIDS, Kenya has made significant strides over the years, yet challenges persist in ensuring access to diagnosis and care for all those […]

Temperatures are rising across the globe as climate change continues to worsen. Despite commitments to decrease emissions and attempts to stem the bleeding, a certain amount […]

Malaria is a life-threatening disease that is transmitted through the bites of infected mosquitoes. While it can impact people all over the world, it has long […]

A recent ruling in the Kenyan High Court has allowed the new Kenyan healthcare reforms to start the implementation process. As of next month, Kenyans will […]

2024 is off to a challenging start for the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF), as they recently suspended operations at 27 hospitals throughout the country. These […]

Kenya’s National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) has recently implemented changes to the NHIF that will impact young adults and families across the country. The new rule […]

At Sollay Kenyan Foundation, we are thankful every day that we are able to make a positive impact on Africa. We wish you and your loved […]

Kenya’s strides in healthcare have reached a milestone with the passage and implementation of the Digital Health Act of 2023. This groundbreaking legislation marks a significant […]

Kenya, like many countries, grapples with various health challenges that significantly impact the average lifespan of its citizens. While progress has been made in healthcare, preventable […]