In recent years, the issue of gender-based violence in Kenya has escalated alarmingly, with statistics revealing that over 200 girls have been exploited and sexually abused by close relatives. Additionally, there has been a troubling increase in cases of sodomy among young boys and sexual abuse of minors, with victims as young as 14 years […]
This year, World Contraception Day (WCD 2024) held in Narok County at the Ole Ntimama stadium, focused on raising awareness about modern contraceptive options and ensuring that more people across Kenya can access and use them. The theme, “Contraception Choices: The Power is in My Hands,” emphasized empowering individuals and families to make informed decisions […]
Kilifi County, 25th September 2024 – In a significant step toward addressing gender-basedviolence (GBV) in Kenya, the Accelerate National Shelter Program was officially launched inKilifi County. The implementation of the shelter component is led by the Gender ViolenceRecovery Centre (GVRC) through a partnership between the Kilifi County Government, theEmbassy of Denmark in Kenya, Population Services […]
Nairobi, Kenya — A new report, The State of Kenya’s Health Market 2024, was launched onSeptember 19, 2024, highlighting critical findings that could reshape the country’s healthcarelandscape. The Ministry of Health in collaboration with the USAID Private Sector Engagement (PSE)Program conducted the market assessment that provides a snapshot of Kenya’s health system. It highlights critical […]
Nairobi, Kenya – 22nd August 2024: Population Services Kenya (PS Kenya) is excited to announce the launch of its strategic plan for 2024-2028, marking a new chapter in its mission to enhance health outcomes and drive private sector engagement across Kenya. The unveiling event, attended by key stakeholders, represents a significant milestone in PS Kenya’s […]
Kadzo’s journey began in the small village of Mtomondoni Mtwapa, where she was situated after dropping out of school due to an early pregnancy. At just 19 years old, she was a single mother with an uncertain future. Her days felt repetitive, burdened by the weight of her responsibilities and the limited opportunities available to […]
To mark World Population Day, PS Kenya among other key stakeholders attended an event held by the National Council for Population and Development (NCPD) in Nairobi on July 31, 2024. This year’s theme, ‘Embracing Data for Decision Making: Using Evidence to Invest in Adolescents and Young People,’ underscored the importance of data in shaping impactful […]
A recent meeting of the Community Health Strategy Technical Working Group was held at the Wajir Afya House boardroom to discuss key points and recommendations in an effort to address Intimate Partner Violence in the County. From the meeting key finding were reached at, which are; a total of 119 Community Units (CUs) operating in […]
The USAID Private Sector Engagement (PSE) Program, led by Chief of Party Sylvia Wamuhu, alongside USAID representatives and in collaboration with officials from USAID Stawisha Pwani Program, recently conducted a visit to Mombasa County, a key implementation area for the program. The visit aimed to engage with critical stakeholders to promote partnerships and advance the […]
In recent assessments, several key gaps were identified in the implementation of Binti Shupavu clinics. These issues were primarily related to the absence of Community Health Assistants (CHAs) and Community Health Promoters (CHPs) during clinic days. This absence placed an undue burden on service providers, who had to simultaneously educate adolescents and deliver family planning […]