Science Africa – Page 109

27 Jan, 22

Kenya: Pilot Project Enhancing Internet Accessibility Targets 9,600 Students, 200 Teachers

By Peter Oliver Ochieng Kenya’s Information, Communications and Technology Authority (ICTA) is currently running an internet accessibility pilot project in schools targeting up to 9,600 students and 200 teachers. The pioneering project which was also installed at Kamusinga- one of Kenya’s top High Schools- in November, before being officially launched in December, 2021. It is […]

Omicron Variant Still Poses Risk of Developing Post-COVID Conditions

By Mary Hearty Despite increasing information that Omicron is a less severe variant, the World Health Organization (WHO) has affirmed that people who are infected with the variant still have a risk of developing long term consequences or post-COVID conditions. Dr Maria Van Kerkhove, Infectious Disease Epidemiologist and WHO COVID-19 Technical Lead said during a […]

26 Jan, 22

Kenya: Linda Mama Improving Maternal Health in Kisumu

By Evance Odhiambo Maternal health remains a major health challenge in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). In Kenya, the Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) was 362 deaths per 100,000 live births according to the statistics by the ministry of health. This among other maternal health challenges has changed since the introduction of Linda Mama program operated by National Hospital […]

25 Jan, 22

UNESCO Discovers the Largest Coral Reef in Tahiti

By Gift Briton A scientific research mission supported by United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), has discovered one of the world’s largest coral reefs off the coasts of Tahiti. The rose-shaped coral reef which sits on 65 m depth is approximately 3km long and 60m wide. This is a highly unique discovery because […]

Kenya to Boost Fish Productivity through Genetic Improvement Program

With the increasing demand for fish protein coupled with capture fisheries decline, the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI) is committed to implement fish genetic improvement program to help increase fish production at minimal cost. The KMFRI recently stated in their 2021 report titled: State of Aquaculture in Kenya that genetic improvement can increase […]

13 Jan, 22

Kenya: Sign Language Interpreters Transforming Access to Health Services for Deaf Persons in Kisumu

By Koffi Barry The incorporation of sign language interpreters in the healthcare system is gaining traction in the lakeside City of Kisumu. This comes after the County government of Kisumu employed two sign language interpreters in July, 2021 to assist patients with hearing impairments access services at two main hospitals within the county. Kenya has about […]

Meningitis Outbreak Ends in DRC

By Aziza Atieno The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has declared the meningitis outbreak that erupted in the north-eastern Tshopo Province over, with a total of 2662 cases and 205 deaths recorded. Over the years, the disease has been considered fatal since it is transmitted through droplets of respiratory or throat secretions from infected […]

13 Jan, 22

Spray Service Providers Curbing Misuse of Pesticides in Kenya

By Faith Atieno Being that the climatic conditions in the tropics favor the existence of pests and diseases, the use of pesticides to protect crops is often inevitable. However, pesticide use in Kenya has come under serious criticism with misuse of these products by farmers being cited as a major challenge. Timothy Njagi, Development Economist, […]

Kenya Reduces Electricity Cost by 15%

By Aziza Atieno The Kenyan Ministry of Energy announced the implementation of the 15% reduction in the electricity tariffs across the country as announced by President Uhuru Kenyatta in his speech marking the country’s 57th Jamhuri day. This is a move aimed at lowering systemic and commercial losses that will boost livelihoods and economic growth […]

07 Jan, 22

Kenya: Bicycles Easing Access to Health Services in Nyalenda Informal Settlement

By Evance Odhiambo Forty percent of Kisumu City residents reside in the informal settlements including Nyalenda. With such a population, access to proper healthcare has not been a walk in the park due to low income and the distance to health facilities. Over the past years, Community Health Volunteers (CHVs) have acted as a linkage […]