Kenya flooding leaves dozens dead after dam collapse DW 04/29/2024
A dam collapse in Mai Mahiu, Kenya has resulted in at least 42 deaths, with ongoing rescue operations hampered by difficult access due to washed-out roads.
Heavy rains in Kenya have caused significant damage, resulting in school closures and displacement of thousands, with the impact of climate change being a contributing factor. [ more ]
Kenya: Doctors concerned about conjunctivitis outbreak DW 02/14/2024
Doctors in Kenya are concerned about the spread of conjunctivitis, also known as 'red eye' or 'pink eye', across East Africa.
The infection is easily transmitted through close contact and sharing personal items, making it particularly prevalent among children and quickly spreading to adults. [ more ]
Accused killer who left girlfriend's body at Boston airport escapes police custody in Kenya
Kevin Kangethe, who is wanted for allegedly killing his girlfriend and dumping her body at a Boston airport, escaped from police custody in Kenya.
The circumstances of how exactly he escaped the police station are unclear, but four police officers who were on duty at the time are in custody and have released statements.
Investigators took three months to find and arrest Kangethe, who had fled to Kenya after the murder. [ more ]
HIV and forced sterilisations: How four Kenyan women found justice
Four women in Kenya have been awarded damages for being sterilized without their consent due to their HIV-positive status.
The women fought a nine-year legal battle to receive compensation for the procedure, which has had lasting effects on their lives and relationships. [ more ]