Changing the Narrative on Suicide: Nine Months After Its Decriminalization
On January 9, 2025, Kenya’s High Court struck down Section 226 of the Penal Code, decriminalizing attempted suicide. This landmark ruling, led by Justice Lawrence Mugambi, reframed suicide from a
Digitizing Healthcare: Is TaifaCare Ready for Kenya’s Frontlines?
In the wake of Kenya’s sweeping healthcare reforms, TaifaCare, Kenya’s new national healthcare initiative has emerged as more than just a rebrand. Since its launch in October 2024 to provide
What Next for Kenyan Health System Amid the Freezing of Donor Funding?
Despite efforts in improving health outcomes in the past 3 decades, there has been heavy dependence on donor funding especially in financing key developmental health programs predisposing the country to
A Rushed Transition: Examining the Shift from NHIF to SHA (Social Health Authority)
The Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) laws were rushed through the legislative process and at one point, they were declared unconstitutional for lack of public participation by the High Court.
Uniting for Impact: Building Partnerships with Communities and Stakeholders
Change is a gradual process, often driven by active community involvement in advocacy, inclusive decision-making, and governance. By participating in activities such as budget planning, monitoring public service delivery, and