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Skymoon Desk Mourns Deeply — Farewell to a Jewel Gone Too Soon

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Deep sorrow   Tribute   Death is cruel. Death is unpredictable. Death lurks around and pounces when least expected. What a grim reaper!  Our hearts are heavy. Our spirits broken. Today, we at Skymoon Desk are enveloped in deep sorrow. David Musili, a guy we know all too well has lost his dear wife through a heartbreaking road accident. This is beyond shocking. We cannot begin to imagine the kind of pain and sense of loss Davie and his young children are going through.  Last night at Tribute Funeral Home in Syongila, the sight of the departed lady's body lying cold and motionless broke our hearts into a million pieces.  Yet, even in this darkness, we must gather courage to whisper, “Let God’s will prevail.” To you, Musili, hold on, brother. We share in your sorrow. Cry if you must, but do not lose hope. Your wife may be gone from sight, but never from your heart. Her love, her laughter, her gentle presence will forever echo in the walls of your soul. This desk c...

Malombe's Health Agenda: Fresh Ksh70 Million Drugs to Power 326 Health Facilities

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Our Reporter   In a strategic aimed at revamping the health sector, the Kitui County Ministry of Health and Sanitation on Wednesday received a new consignment of drugs and medical supplies worth Ksh 69.7 million. The timely medical haul, supplied by the Mission for Essential Drugs and Supplies (MEDS), goes to support healthcare services across the county. Aggrey Kamba, the Chief Officer for Drugs and Medical Supplies, received the consignment, which comprises vital medicines and commodities for the management of cancer, hypertension, and diabetes. In addition, the delivery includes supplies for specialized units such as the Renal Unit, Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Laboratory Unit, Maternity Unit, Newborn Unit (NBU) and theatres. Mr. Kamba said the supplies will be distributed to all the 326 health facilities across the county. “This delivery enhances the county’s capacity to care for patients with chronic and critical conditions. It also reinforces our commitment to ensuring u...

Facts vs Gossip: No TB Patients Sharing Beds with Others - Clarifies Koki, Highlights Health Sector Milestones

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Waziri Koki and health COs during the presser   Our Reporter The County Ministry of Health and Sanitation has dismissed misleading social media reports alleging that tuberculosis (TB) patients are sharing beds with non-TB patients at the Kitui County Referral Hospital (KCRH). Addressing the media Saturday afternoon, County Minister for Health and Sanitation, Ruth Koki, termed the claims as grossly malicious, noting that Governor Malombe’s administration remains committed to delivering efficient, equitable, and quality healthcare services to all Kitui residents. “I wish to clarify that no TB-infected patient is sharing a hospital bed with a patient who does not have TB, as has been peddled by some people on social media,” Waziri Koki, said during the press briefing. She was flanked by her Chief Officers Dr. Benson Musyoka (Medical Services), Aggrey Kamba (Drugs and Medical Supplies), and Lynn Kitwan (Public Health). Senate committee visit twisted by vultures   Misinformed onli...

Health Boost: Malombe's Healthy Touch Reaches Remote Areas

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Governor Julius Malombe's commitment to accessible and quality healthcare services for the county residents is not in doubt. This past week, the Governor commissioned two brand-new health facilities at Masavi and Sosoma , a major win for residents in the remote corners of the county. The facilities come fully equipped with male & female wards plus maternity wings. See the video here as captured by Citizen TV  This ensures quality care is finally within reach for communities that have long trekked miles for basic treatment. This is really transformational. 💉🏥✨ Good news! The Governor is set to commission 30 more health facilities across Kitui, spreading hope, wellness, and dignity to every household.  This story is now trending in national media, including Citizen TV - because it is a kiss of life!  Governor Malombe cares. Malombe nuthukumite mbaitu!