Maternal Health Boost: Trans Nzoia signed a multi-million partnership with UK firm Rainbow for Africa UK to strengthen maternal and neonatal care through advanced training for health workers and ultrasound equipment for level 4 hospitals. Fraud Controls in Health Insurance: Kenya’s Social Health Authority introduced fingerprint verification for child dependants aged 7–17 to curb Taifa Care fraud, while SHA and the Digital Health Agency clarified how claims and payments are processed and who handles funds. Community Health Data Push: The Ministry of Health launched a community health data verification drive in Ol Kalou, using the eCHIS system to improve planning for primary care and Universal Health Coverage. Public Health Innovation: Researchers report catnip-based lotion could work as a low-cost alternative to DEET for mosquito bite prevention, potentially helping reduce mosquito-borne disease risk. Health System Accountability: A parliamentary committee summoned former Kenyatta University vice chancellors over audit queries tied to an alleged Sh6.2bn loss of public funds. Global NTD Rights: The UN Human Rights Council adopted a resolution on neglected tropical diseases, linking them to inequality and social exclusion. Metabolic Health Warning: Experts flagged rising diabetes and obesity as new treatment launches.