Turning commitments into care: Africa accelerates action on traditional medicine
He highlighted how the Global Traditional Medicine Strategy 2025–2034 can act as a practical “marking scheme” for the next decade,
Calls grow to integrate indigenous medicine into Kenya’s healthcare system
Calls to integrate indigenous medicine into Kenya’s formal healthcare system are intensifying as concerns grow over the rising cost and side effects associated with conventional treatments. Health experts and stakeholders note that many Kenyans continue to rely on modern medicine despite its high expenses and, in some cases, harsh adverse effects, limiting access for low-income populations. In contrast, traditional remedies […]
Traditional Medicine Takes Center Stage as World Health Summit Opens in Nairobi
The United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON) has become the global epicenter of health policy this week as the World Health Summit (WHS) Regional Meeting 2026 officially opened its doors. Under the ambitious theme “Reimagining Africa’s Health Systems: Innovation, Integration, and Interdependence,” the three-day summit brings together over 1,500 delegates, including heads of state, health […]
East Africa Moves to Integrate Traditional Medicine into National Health Systems
Under the new framework, traditional health practitioners including herbalists will be required to meet clear regulatory standards
Five healthy diet staples that may interact with prescription drugs
While there are many benefits that can come from following a healthier diet, it’s important that any diet changes are made carefully