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On this #WorldMentalHealthDay2023, I'd like to commend the Gov. of Kenya for establishing the national mental health indicators that will ensure the availability of data for informed decision-making, particularly an increase in MH financing.

These unscrupulous actions not only defraud the NHIF but also compromise the quality of care provided to genuine patients. Via Daily Nation #HealthForAll

NEVER TOO LATE TO TAKE A TURN: Rehabilitation works. At the age of 10, she took her first puff of cigar. It was from her dad. That became the genesis of a three-decade struggle with smoking and alcoholism, a near-fatal life journey that saw a once celebrated Miss Kenya runner-up

🌟 Step by Step, Making Progress! 🌟 We're back in action! Reviewing Draft 0 of the Mental Health Action Plan for Nairobi County. 📑 Led by swaruinge and our valuable partners, the progress is truly encouraging. 💫🌍 Nairobi City County #MentalHealthMatters #Community

The Nairobi County Mental Health Action Plan Draft 0 review!

The #NairobiCityCountyActionplan 2023-2027 serves as a guide for mental health services in our county. It involves the efforts of dedicated stakeholders. Together, we're paving the way towards improved mental health services and support for our community. #Nivishefoundation

Our team Basic Needs Basic Rights Kenya is privileged to be among stakeholders from Nairobi City County involved in the development of the County's Mental Health Action Plan which will guide investment and collaboration towards enhancing mental health service delivery in the County.

The AVoHC-SURGE training in Mponela has today completed a module on Humanitarian Overview & Health Cluster training aimed at increasing responders skills & strengthening effective, accountable stakeholder #humanitariancrises response.

Improving outcomes for people who are homeless and have Severe Mental illness in Africa Identifying challenges and opportunities to ensure they access services #HOPENI @amhf_kenya County Government 047 swaruinge

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Dr. Edith Kwobah, a beloved colleague, friend, and leader in psychiatry. Dr. Kwobah's dedication to the Kenya Psychiatric Association and impactful leadership will always be remembered. Rest in peace, Daktari. #MentalHealthHero

Rest in internal peace… I have lost a friend, a mentor and a strong pillar… May you dance with the Angels Edith…. The gal from Ndeiya….

About 20% of Pregnant and postnatal women experience a mental health illness primarily depression and anxiety. For women who are deaf, this presents a double burden. Join us as we delve into the topic of mental health among deaf perinatal women. Zoom link:lnkd.in/dkqE5KWd

Amidst ongoing flooding and heavy rains, there is something you can do to safeguard your health & that of your community. Boil water, maintain sanitation and use purified water for hygiene to prevent waterborne diseases. Stay informed and proactive to keep your community safe.

"The house was carried by the water and we lost everything" states Beatrice, a mother holding all her remaining belongings, following the recent flash floods in Mai Mahiu.

Amid ongoing flooding and heavy rains, there is something you can do to safeguard your health and that of your community. Boil water, maintain sanitation, and use purified water for hygiene to prevent waterborne diseases. Stay informed and proactive to keep your community safe.

📊 #KenyaFloods2024 Impact from Severe March-April-May Rainfall: - Affected: 227,238 people - Displaced: 42,526 households - Fatalities: 229 - Injured: 164 Rapid respond teams & national responders trained by WHO are coordinating first line response at national & county levels.

We have a resourceful panel dissecting the topic; Community and Mental Health: Strengthening Mental Health at the Grassroots: This session highlights the role of communities in building resilience and providing support for individuals with mental health challenges and discusses

The Coalition Against Sexual Violence urges the IEBC and the Tea Board Kenya to take responsibility for this oversight and ensure such a situation is never repeated. John Chebochok should never have been at the ballot box. #ChebochokResignNow

“Gen-Zs have made me proud. For the first time, I’m proud to be a Kenyan. Oh, my children, you did not die in vain.” Emotional scene as woman mourns at Gen-Z memorial concert in Uhuru Park. (Video by Samson Wire)

Let's keep the conversation on Suicide going.........