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The scandals, leadership changes that derail bid to step up health sector

By Mercy Kahenda | 1d ago

Former Health CS Deborah Barasa (centre), former Medical Services PS Harry Kimtai during the official handover to Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale at Afya House, Nairobi, on April 1, 2025. [File, Standard]

Kenya Kwanza’s health manifesto was widely celebrated, appearing to offer hope for Kenya’s ailing healthcare system.

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