Nurses’ strike ends: After a 43-day nationwide walkout, Kenyan nurses returned to work on Sept 10 following a government agreement signed Sept 9, but long-standing promises—especially risk allowances and the long-delayed CBA—remain a flashpoint. Ebola & mpox watch: WHO reports Africa accounts for about 75% of global mpox cases in July, while Kenya steps up Ebola surveillance and testing capacity as outbreaks spread across counties. Faster epilepsy testing: A smartphone-linked portable EEG trial across 29 sites in Kenya found 96% of recordings clinically interpretable, with results often ready within 1–2 hours—aimed at cutting referral delays. Maternal health milestone: A Juja couple in Kiambu welcomed quintuplets after scans showed quadruplets, highlighting the need for close obstetric monitoring in high-order multiple pregnancies. Health system contracts: Social Health Authority extended the deadline for providers to review proposed contracts to Sept 17, covering PHCF, SHIF, ECCIF and POMSF from Oct 1, 2026 to June 30, 2029. Clean care in remote areas: Kenya is testing a solar-powered ambulance prototype for remote communities to improve access where grids and fuel are unreliable. Public health & policy: Kisumu governor proposes phasing out petrol motorbikes in cities in favour of electric alternatives to curb air and noise pollution.