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NAIROBI – Health Cabinet Secretary Deborah Barasa reaffirmed Kenya’s commitment to providing uninterrupted care to individuals living with HIV despite recent challenges stemming from the freeze on foreign aid from the US. At the ceremony at the Essential Drug and Surprise (MED) mission in Nairobi, CS Balasa flagged substantial commissions for HIV-related medical supplies, highlighting the government’s commitment to maintaining HIV treatment and preventive services across the country. Balasa is currently highlighting that the country has adequate stock of antiretroviral (ARV) drugs and HIV testing kits, ensuring ongoing treatment for those affected. She emphasized that certain supplies, including tenophovir/lamivudine/idlutegravir (TLD),…
Osun Governor Ademora Adeleke said about 42,000 students and students from both secondary and public primary schools received free correction glasses to support their academic pursuits. Adeleke presented students with correctional glasses and drugs, and was known on Osogbo during the distribution of free medical devices to the state’s Osun State Health Insurance (OHIS) accredited government hospitals. He explained that of 345,000 students and students, they reviewed eye problems statewide. More than 42,000 people identified with visual impairment explained that they were given necessary interventions, including orthodontic glasses, essential medications and, if necessary, surgical procedures. The governor emphasized that his…
MOGADISH, Somalia – At least 41 Al-Shabaab militants, including senior members, were killed in a series of airstrikes carried out by Somali forces in cooperation with the National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) on Thursday. According to a NISA statement, the first strike targeted a gathering of 29 al-Shabaab fighters in the Boozhareli region of the middle shovel, effectively eliminating the group. A second strike in the Jambalur area of the lower shovel killed 12 more militants. “These operations are part of an ongoing effort to reduce the capabilities of the Al-Shabaab Group,” Nisa said in the statement, explaining that…
Addis Abeba – Humanitarian institutions are raising vigilance about Ethiopia’s escalating malnutrition crisis. A report published this week by the Global Nutrition Cluster (GNC) reveals that acute malnutrition rates in some regions are “beyond the 15% critical threshold,” indicating an urgent and disastrous situation. GNC, a coalition of 33 NGOs specializing in nutrition, reported that the stabilization centre, which provides critical care for children with severe acute malnutrition, recorded the highest mortality rates in the Gambella, Benichan Lugumuz and the Southwest Ethiopia region. Additionally, regions such as Amhara recorded the highest nonresponse rates, reflecting an increase in children who were…
NAIROBI – Authorities identified the British citizen killed in a fatal road accident near Adams Arcade in Nairobi on Thursday as Edgar Charles Frederick, 79. In an update on the fatal crash on Friday, National Police (NPS) spokesman Muchiri Nyaga said Frederick was hit by a government vehicle attached to the Nairobi Regional Coordinator’s office. The driver of the vehicle arrested after the incident is expected to be released on cash bail and arrested in court. “The government motorists connected to the Nairobi Regional Coordinator’s office are on cash bail awaiting arrest in court,” Nyaga said. He further confirmed that…
Ferras KiraniBBC News Arabic, Western SyriaBBCDalar Myrna says the fighter plane killed his son”My son, only 25,” says Dalal Makhna, tears filling her eyes. “They took him right from my side and told me, ‘We’re going to kill him and break your heart with that.” “It was what was seen in her son’s last Dalal. She says he was shot dead by the gunman who accused him of.Dalal comes from Syrian Alawi minority and has been targeting a surge in sectarian violence since last week.”Everyone knew he had diabetes and anemia disorder, and he was just doing his best.”The BBC…
Mauritius is set to deepen educational collaboration with the UK (UK) as part of its efforts to enhance curriculum development, assessment frameworks and HR training. This was at the heart of the discussion yesterday at the MITD House in Phoenix in a polite call to Dr. Mahend Hungapersad, Minister of Mahend Human Resources Charlotte Anik Rachel Pierre and Mr. Mauritius. Ms Pierre was accompanied by Deep Tea Bangaligo Healam, country director of the Bureau of Business and Trade. In a statement following the meeting, Minister Ganga Persad said he appreciated the support Mauritius received in the UK’s education sector. He…
CNN – Dozens of passengers were forced to stand on the wings of an American Airlines plane at Denver International Airport after one of the engines set lit Thursday evening and sent thick black smoke into the air. This was the latest incident during an astonishing aviation disaster and close call, and sparked concern among flyers. American Airlines Flight 1006, a Boeing 737-800 on its way from Colorado Springs to Dallas Fort Worth, was converted to Denver around 5:15pm local time by 172 passengers and six crew members. “After landing, the engine started a fire while taxiing the gate,” the…
March 13, 2025, 06:49 am atFor the second month in a row, there have been a big shakeup in ESPN’s pound pound rankings.In February, David Benavides replaced Junto Nakatani with a list following an impressive victory over “Mexican monsters” David Morell.Now Nakatani is rejoining right after Gerbonta Davis’s career wurst performance, a shocking draw with Lamont Roach on March 1st.For the first time in recent memory, “Tank” Davis is not on the list as he struggled strongly as a -2000 favorite per ESPN bet. He used to be 8 pounds. Nakatani and Shakur Stephenson are each behind him, Benavides, who…
New York Stock Exchange on November 15th, 2017.Brian R. Smith | AFP | Getty Images After the sale on Thursday, the S&P 500 joined the Nasdaq Composite in the correction area. This is usually thought to mean a decrease of over 10% from the recent high.In fact, investors looking to distract themselves with drinks may feel even more painful. US President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 200% tariff on alcohol products from the European Union in response to the latter lifting the previous halt of taxation on American whiskey.As Trump continues to resort to tariffs despite a three-week…