The KEMRI Annual Scientific Conference (KASH) is an event convened by Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), the medical research arm of Government of Kenya. The aim of the annual conference that was launched in 2010 is to bolster the institution’s mandate and mission of improving human health and quality of life through research, capacity building,...Read More
PS Kenya’s USAID Private Sector Engagement (PSE) program, riding on the wings of public-private collaboration, is committed to strengthening the local manufacturing sector while simultaneously enhancing healthcare accessibility in the country. Recently, the USAID PSE team embarked on a tour of the Nyanza region, engaging with key stakeholders from both government and private entities. This...Read More
During the second Homabay International Investment Conference held at the Tom Mboya University in Homabay County from February 27th to 29th , 2024, the USAID Private Sector Engagement (PSE) program sponsored a panel discussion that brought together different experts in the health sector who shed light on the topic “Delivering Value in Healthcare through Public-Private...Read More
“I was unable to complete my education due to a forced marriage that resulted in my pregnancy during secondary school. This complicated my life, forcing me to abandon my dream of a brighter future for my humble family. At that time, I was very naive, simple, and immature. I didn’t know what to do, succumbing...Read More
As Kenya endeavors to achieve Universal Health Coverage (UHC) by 2030, the significance of the local manufacturing sector in ensuring access to quality healthcare becomes paramount. With over half of all health facilities privately owned, the private sector plays a pivotal role in Kenya’s healthcare system. Aligned with Kenya’s Vision 2030, UHC aims to augment...Read More
In a town rich in cultural beliefs and religious diversity, a community-based organisation (CBO) embarked on a transformative mission to empower residents with knowledge about gender-based violence (GBV) and sexual reproductive health and rights (SRHR). The organisation sought to eliminate stigma, break down barriers, and cultivate a culture of open dialogue around these vital topics....Read More
On February 14th, 2024, the Office of the Governor of Homabay County, Hon. Gladys Wanga, received Population Services Kenya’s CEO, Dr. Margaret Njenga, the British High Commissioner, Neil Wigan, and the Deputy Development Director, Foreign Commonwealth Development Office (FCDO), Eduarda Mendonca. PS Kenya’s CEO, Dr. Margaret Njenga with the British High Commissioner, Neil Wigan and Homabay...Read More
Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is a heinous practice that robs adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) of their reproductive health rights and causes serious mental and physical harm. Internationally, FGM has been recognized as a violation of the human rights of girls and women. It is indeed an extreme form of discrimination against girls and...Read More
Cervical cancer stands as a formidable adversary to women’s health worldwide, claiming hundreds of thousands of lives each year. It ranks as the second most frequent cancer among women in Kenya, with the majority falling between 15 and 44 years of age. According to the Information Center on Cancer, every year, 5,236 women are diagnosed...Read More
Population Services Kenya prides itself in contributing towards improved health outcomes for Kenyans through a robust health system strengthening model, a human-centered social behavior change approach, social marketing and service delivery. This has been achieved through vibrant advocacy leveraging strategic collaborations with the Ministry of Health and other partners. Armed with over three decades of...Read More
