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Bringing malaria surveillance closer to the people through digitally linking the private health sector in Kisumu Kenya: a prospective cross-sectional implementation study
Onyuka, N. O. et al. (2026) Bringing malaria surveillance closer to the people through digitally linking the private health sector in Kisumu Kenya: a prospective cross-sectional implementation study. Malaria Journal, (doi: 10.1186/s12936-026-06201-7) (Early Online Publication) Text 397704.pdf - Published Version Available under License Creative Commons Attribution Non-commercial No Derivatives.
Bringing malaria surveillance closer to the people through digitally linking the private health sector in Kisumu Kenya: a prospective cross-sectional implementation study
Background Malaria is resurging in sub-Saharan Africa due to climate change, emerging drug and diagnostics resistance, new vectors and reduced international funding. More detailed oversight of epidemic dynamics is needed to support timely and targeted interventions. In Kenya, ~40% of malaria cases are managed in the private sector, however data regarding malaria cases and care provided remain largely unlinked to routine public malaria surveillance systems.
Serendipitous detection of invasive malaria vector Anopheles stephensi in Kisumu, Kenya in June 2022
Ndenga, B. A. et al. (2026) Serendipitous detection of invasive malaria vector Anopheles stephensi in Kisumu, Kenya in June 2022. Scientific Reports, 16(1), 20517. (doi: 10.1038/s41598-026-50986-1) (PMID:42082659) (PMCID:PMC13328431) Text 386750.pdf - Published Version Available under License Creative Commons Attribution. 1MB Abstract Anopheles stephensi is an invasive malaria vector that has been rapidly spreading within Africa since it was first identified in Djibouti in 2012.
Artificial intelligence (AI)-driven rapid diagnostic test interpretation in a connected diagnostics (ConnDx) system for dynamic malaria surveillance
Bahati, F. et al. (2025) Artificial intelligence (AI)-driven rapid diagnostic test interpretation in a connected diagnostics (ConnDx) system for dynamic malaria surveillance.
Expanding understanding of urban Rift Valley fever risk and associated vector ecology at slaughterhouses in Kisumu, Kenya
Gerken, K. N. et al. (2024) Expanding understanding of urban Rift Valley fever risk and associated vector ecology at slaughterhouses in Kisumu, Kenya. Pathogens, 13(6), 488. (doi: 10.3390/pathogens13060488) (PMID:38921786) (PMCID:PMC11206928) Text 328519.pdf - Published Version Available under License Creative Commons Attribution. 1MB Abstract Rift Valley fever virus (RVFV) is an adaptable arbovirus that can be transmitted by a wide variety of arthropods.
OMONDI KEVIN: Educating teens on contraceptive use is key
In Summary •For the young generation to decide on their future, they need to have access to the tools they needed to protect their health. •They need to first understand how various methods of birth control work, the benefits and challenges of using particular methods, and where to get them. Access to voluntary family planning and reproductive health services for everyone, including our young generation, is vital for the future. Half of the pregnancies among adolescent women in ...
The Plasmodium falciparum Rh5 invasion protein complex reveals an excess of rare variant mutations
Ndwiga, L. , Osoti, V., Ochwedo, K. O., Wamae, K., Bejon, P., Rayner, J. C., Githinji, G. and Ochola-Oyier, L. I. (2021) The Plasmodium falciparum Rh5 invasion protein complex reveals an excess of rare variant mutations. Malaria Journal, 20, 278. (doi: 10.1186/s12936-021-03815-x) (PMID:34162366) (PMCID:PMC8220363) Text 325337.pdf - Published Version Available under License Creative Commons Attribution.
Michael Olunga scores, powers his Kashiwa Reysol side closer to title win
35 minutes ago 525 views by Tuko.co.ke Masolo Mabonga - Olunga netted the third goal for his Kashiwa Keysol side in their 3-0 win over Kagoshima United - Kashiwa Keysol is now 6 points ahead of second-placed Omiya Ardija who have a game in hand - The Kenyan star side now requires a single win to be crowned champions Michael Olunga signed off to the international break with a goal for Kashiwa Reysol in their 3-0 win over Kagoshima United on Saturday, November 11.
K'ogalo to face Simba in SportPesa Super Cup Final
Kenya Premier League Champions Gor Mahia will face off with Tanzanian side Simba FC in the SportPesa Super Cup Final this weekend. The Kenyan side beat Singida United from Tanzania 2-0 in the second semi-final played at Afraha Stadium in Nakuru. Simba SC qualified for the final after eliminating Kakamega Homeboys 5-4 on post-match penalties after a barren draw in regular time. The winner between Gor and Simba will travel to Goodison Park and play English Premiership side, Everton.
OMONDI: Businesses will have to embrace smart technology
Given the existing ambiguity around the word and what benefits it could yield for small, medium and large businesses, I would like to help answer the question — what is smart technology and why should your business pay attention to it?
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