Road Safety in Nairobi: Residents on Kangundo Road near Kayole say missing pavements and risky crossings are driving frequent pedestrian–motorcycle crashes, renewing calls for safer crossings and better pedestrian infrastructure. Sickle Cell Push: The Ministry of Health says Taifa Care reforms will strengthen prevention, diagnosis and long-term care, including plans for a National Sickle Cell Disease Registry and expanded newborn screening. HIV Reporting Spotlight: KBC journalist Millicent Kubai won top honours at the Voices of Impact HIV & STIs awards for a radio feature on life after HIV diagnosis and stigma. Cancer Support at Community Level: A Nairobi salon is offering free wigs and makeovers for cancer patients coping with chemotherapy hair loss, focusing on dignity and hope. Ebola Alarm Regionally: Africa CDC and DRC health authorities warn Ebola tracking is struggling as cases rise, labs run low on testing kits, and contact tracing coverage drops. Syphilis Resurgence: Health officials report a quiet rise in syphilis screenings and cases in Kenyan cities and specific counties, urging closer surveillance and testing. Workforce Pressure: KMPDU issues a seven-day strike notice to Kericho County over unresolved doctors’ grievances, including staffing and pay commitments. Public Health & Youth: Experts flag growing gambling addiction risks among East African youths as online betting spreads via smartphones. Ocean Health in Cities: Mombasa’s ocean discussions stress that pollution and wastewater from fast-growing coastal cities are major drivers of marine degradation.