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Breastfeeding offers vital nutrition for infants, yet many Kenyan mothers face painful challenges, limited support, and systemic barriers. Through personal stories and policy progress like the Breastfeeding Mothers Bill 2024, the country is working toward empowering women and improving infant health.
Authorities in Uganda have arrested a man for selling illegal hypertension drugs using AI-generated videos that impersonated doctors from the Uganda Heart Institute. The counterfeit drug, “HyperGuard,” is unapproved and potentially dangerous, prompting warnings from medical experts about the risks of relying on unverified remedies. The National Drug Authority and police are investigating the case while urging the public to stay vigilant
An NHS administrator was caught stealing £80,000 from the healthcare system to financially support her online Nigerian boyfriend, highlighting serious breaches of trust and fraud within the organization.
President Salva Kiir’s daughter has donated essential medical supplies to Ruweng Administrative Area, offering much-needed support to the region’s healthcare system. The gesture has been widely praised as a boost to local health services and a sign of growing civic responsibility among South Sudan’s younger generation.
Kenya has become the 10th African country to successfully eliminate sleeping sickness, marking a significant public health achievement. This milestone reflects the country’s sustained efforts in disease surveillance, treatment, and vector control, contributing to improved health outcomes and quality of life. Kenya’s success serves as a model for other nations still battling the disease, highlighting the impact of coordinated interventions and strong health systems in combating neglected tropical diseases across the continent.
At least eight people were injured Sunday night when a sauna exploded at Buziga Country Resort in Kampala, causing panic and property damage. Preliminary reports suggest a possible heat system failure, while authorities investigate the exact cause. The incident underscores growing concerns over sauna safety in the city and beyond.
