Duale Faults Court Ruling on Presidential Election Date as Constitutional Misreading
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has criticised a High Court judgment that sets the next presidential election for August 11, 2026, describing it as a misinterpretation and misapplication of the Constitution. In a response released on Saturday, Duale, a former National Assembly Majority Leader and long-serving legislator, said Lady
Duale Rejects Claims of Ethnic Incitement, Defends Somali Proverb as Call for Inclusivity
NAIROBI— Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has denied allegations that remarks he made in Lafey Constituency amounted to ethnic incitement, insisting they have been widely misquoted and deliberately taken out of context. In a detailed statement released on Friday , Duale clarified that the phrase he used—“Waraabe la-tagis bartay, ka-ridis
Duale Leads Northern Kenya Leaders in High-Level Talks with President Ruto to End Marginalisation
NAIROBI— Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale on Monday spearheaded a high-level delegation of leaders from Northern Kenya in crucial discussions with President William Ruto at State House, aimed at tackling persistent challenges and fast-tracking transformative development across the region. The meeting brought together governors from the five counties — Ahmed
Health CS Aden Duale Assures Seamless Transition of UHC Workers to County Payrolls
NAIROBI— The Government has reaffirmed its commitment to absorbing Universal Health Coverage (UHC) workers into county governments on permanent and pensionable terms, effective July 1, 2026, ensuring continuity of healthcare services nationwide. In an official communication addressed to UHC workers, county governments, and health stakeholders, Cabinet Secretary for Health Aden
Health CS Aden Duale Leads Grand Welcome for Somali FIFA Referee Omar Artan in Kenya
NAIROBI— Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale on Friday presided over a colourful reception ceremony to welcome Somali FIFA referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan, whose dream of officiating at the 2026 FIFA World Cup was suddenly cut short last month. The high-profile event, held at the BBS Mall in Eastleigh — recognised
Duale Affirms Unwavering Respect for Judiciary After Court Contempt Resolution
NAIROBI – Cabinet Secretary for Health Aden Duale stood tall before the High Court on Tuesday , delivering a powerful affirmation of his commitment to the rule of law while successfully mitigating a contempt finding in the high-stakes case challenging the proposed US-funded Ebola quarantine facility at Laikipia Airbase. Appearing
Duale Condemns Standard Media Group for ‘Ethnic Profiling’ of Kenyan Somalis
NAIROBI – Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has criticized Standard Media Group for what he describes as ethnic profiling and discriminatory reporting against Kenyans of Somali origin, following a recent investigative story on alleged irregularities in the issuance of national identification documents and passports. In a statement, Duale asserted that
Kenya and US Advance Major Health Partnership as July 1 Launch Nears
NAIROBI — Cabinet Secretary for Health Aden Duale on Friday chaired a bilateral meeting with a United States delegation led by Chargé d’Affaires Ms. Susan Burns to assess progress and reinforce collaboration under the US Government–Government of Kenya (USG-GoK) health partnership framework. The meeting, which builds directly on a consultative
Health CS Aden Duale Welcomes President William Ruto to Open World Health Summit Regional Meeting 2026 in Nairobi
NAIROBI–— Cabinet Secretary for Health Aden Duale delivered a stirring welcome address today as the World Health Summit (WHS) Regional Meeting 2026 officially opened at the United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON). Hosted by the Aga Khan University in collaboration with Kenya’s Ministry of Health, the Africa Centres for Disease
CS Duale Fires Back at Gachagua: ‘Produce Evidence or Stop Reckless Allegations’ on SHA Claims
GARISSA— Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has issued a strong rebuttal to allegations leveled by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, daring him to substantiate claims of massive debts owed to faith-based health facilities and personal involvement in a controversial KSh 104 billion contract for the Social Health Authority (SHA). In





