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UK Confirms First Case of Mpox Linked to African Outbreak Breaking News

UK Confirms First Case of Mpox Linked to African Outbreak

  • October 31, 2024
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The UK has confirmed a recent case of mpox, once known as monkeypox. This virus belongs to Clade 1b, which spreads more easily between people. This case is connected to an oubreak in Africa. The patient has confirmed to have travelled to an affected area in Africa. One day after returning, the patient developed flue-like […]

Visa Changes, UK Introduces New Application Process Updates

Visa Changes, UK Introduces New Application Process

  • October 23, 2024
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Visa Changes UK Introduces New Application Process for Kenya and Other Regionsrnment will switch from TLScontact to VFS Global for visa printing between September 2024 and January 2025. This transition will impact areas in Africa, Europe, the Middle East, and Central Asia. In Kenya, the process will begin with TLScontact and end with VFS Global. […]

Firefighters in Kenyan Counties Receive Training from UK Experts Updates

Firefighters in Kenyan Counties Receive Training from UK Experts

  • September 30, 2024
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Firefighters from six counties in Kenya’s Upper Eastern region received advanced training to improve their response to fires. Teams from Embu, Meru, Nyeri, Wajir, and Marsabit attended the three-day training in Tharaka-Nithi County. UK experts led the sessions. The training followed a 2019 partnership between Tharaka-Nithi and Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Services. The goal is […]