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Kenya validates second-generation National Action Plan for Health Security (2026–203...

06 February 2026

Nairobi—Following the Joint External Evaluation conducted in September 2024, Kenya has validated its second-generation National Action Plan for Health Security (NAPHS II) ahead of its official launch later this year.

CS Hon. Aden Duale with Dr Neema Rusibamayila Kimambo, WHO Kenya acting Representative

Dr Kimambo welcomed as new acting Country Representative to Kenya

05 February 2026

Nairobi—Dr Neema Rusibamayila Kimambo, the new acting WHO Representative to Kenya, held her first official meeting with Cabinet Secretary for Health Honourable Aden Duale on 4 February 2026. The meeting set the agenda for 2026 and reaffirmed WHO's commitment to supporting the Ministry of Health.

Protecting communities to eliminate lymphatic filariasis in Kenya

Improving lives of people affected by lymphatic filariasis in Kenya

29 January 2026

Nairobi—Kenya is accelerating efforts to eliminate lymphatic filariasis, commonly known as elephantiasis, as a public health problem by 2027. Yearly mass drug administration carried out between 2016 and 2022 have effectively halted transmission of the disease—a painful and disfiguring mosquito-borne infection that can cause permanent disability.

WHO launches new global guidelines to create healthier school food environments

27 January 2026

Nairobi—The World Health Organization (WHO) today launched the WHO Guidelines on Policies and Interventions to Create Healthy School Food Environments, providing countries with evidence-based recommendations to improve the quality, safety and nutritional value of foods and beverages provided, served or sold in schools.

Tillen Oduwo from WHO surveys a dried out river in Tula, Tana River County.

Drought leaves over two million vulnerable to health and nutrition crises in Kenya

22 January 2026

Nairobi—Over two million people across Kenya are facing worsening food insecurity following one of the driest October to December 2025 rainy seasons on record. The prolonged drought has led to rising rates of malnutrition, increased risk of disease outbreaks, and disrupted access to essential health services.

"When I see my granddaughter vaccinated against HPV, I feel hopeful. No mother should have to watch her daughter suffer when it can be prevented."

Kenya launches national cervical cancer elimination action plan 2026–2030

16 January 2026

Nairobi—The Government of Kenya has launched the National Cervical Cancer Elimination Action Plan 2026-2030, a five-year strategy developed with support from the World Health Organization (WHO) to accelerate the prevention, early detection and treatment of cervical cancer.

Kenya broadens sexual and reproductive health mobile outreach services for hard-to-r...

12 December 2025

Nairobi—Kenya is addressing critical gaps in access to sexual and reproductive health and rights services in six priority counties, including those with health clients that are hard to reach.

Protecting communities to eliminate lymphatic filariasis in Kenya

02 December 2025

Nairobi—In Kenya, regular mass drug administration is protecting a new generation from the effects of lymphatic filariasis, commonly known as elephantiasis ‒ a neglected tropical disease that affects the lymphatic system and can lead to the abnormal enlargement of body parts, causing pain, severe disability and social stigma.

H.E. President William Ruto flags off ambulances alongside WHO AFRO Regional Director Dr. Mohamed Janabi during the handover ceremony at State House, Nairobi, 19 November 2025.

WHO hands over US$ 2.3 million in ambulances, medical equipment and supplies to Keny...

19 November 2025

Nairobi—The World Health Organization (WHO) handed over critical medical supplies and equipment valued at over US$ 2.3 million to the Government of Kenya in a ceremony presided over by His Excellency President William Ruto at State House, Nairobi.

Cholera vaccination campaign, Narok, Kenya 2025

Kenya’s third oral cholera vaccine campaign protects thousands in Narok County

01 November 2025

Narok County—Cholera remains a significant public health concern in Kenya. Since 1 October 2025, over 231 cases and 13 deaths were reported across three counties, including Narok, one of the hardest hit. To curb transmission, the Ministry of Health, with support from the World Health Organization (WHO), the Kenya National Public Health Institute, the Kenya Red Cross Society and Médecins Sans Frontières, conducted a reactive oral cholera vaccine campaign in Transmara West and Transmara South, targeting residents aged one year and above.

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