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Dr Fredrick Oluga has officially taken over as Principal Secretary for Medical Services, with full backing from Health CS Aden Duale. Duale praised Oluga’s expertise and pledged support for health sector reforms under the Universal Health Coverage agenda. Oluga committed to strengthening healthcare delivery and building public trust during the transition to the Social Health Authority.

Kenyan police officers in Haiti are reportedly set to get assistance from the Security of Protected Areas Brigade (BSAP), a controversial security force to combat gangs that have run rampant in the Caribbean nation.

Parliament has approved Geoffrey Ruku and Hanna Cheptumo as Cabinet Secretaries. Cheptumo’s vetting sparked controversy over her remarks on femicide and gender roles. Despite the debate, MPs endorsed both nominees, awaiting President Ruto’s formal appointment.

The Kenya Meteorological Department has forecast increased rainfall across most parts of the country from April 15 to 21, 2025. Isolated heavy downpours are expected in the highlands, Lake Victoria Basin, and Northeastern Kenya. Some regions will also experience high daytime temperatures and chilly nights.

Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has dismissed tribalism claims by Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei as baseless. He defended his leadership as inclusive and questioned Cherargei’s own diversity record. Local leaders backed Natembeya, telling Cherargei to stay out of county affairs.

Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen questioned Cleophas Malala’s involvement in the National Drama Festivals. He criticized the use of student plays for political messaging, urging that scripts be left to teachers. This followed Butere Girls’ walkout over alleged mistreatment during the event.

Longisa County Referral Hospital reportedly stored expired drugs alongside usable ones, posing a serious risk to patient safety.

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Firefighters from Machakos County, who had been called to assist, were forced to use hosepipe water to spray and scatter the insects, clearing the way for rescuers to access the wreckage.