Health Promotion Kenya - MOH

06/07/2026

💚✨ It's Self-Care Awareness Month. Your health is in your hands: Test. Track. Thrive.

🌿 When was the last time you checked in with your health—not because you were sick, but because you care about yourself?

🩺 TEST:

Don’t keep putting off that health check. Whether it’s checking your blood pressure, taking an HIV self-test, a pregnancy test, or another important screening, knowing your health status is the first step to taking control.

📱 TRACK: Challenge yourself for just 7 days!

🚶‍♀️ Your daily steps
😴 Your sleep
🥗 What you eat
😊 Your mood

Small habits can reveal big insights!

🌸 THRIVE: Self-care isn’t selfish—it’s essential. It helps reduce stress, strengthens mental health, builds resilience and helps you live with confidence.

💡 Remember: Your health is your greatest asset. Don’t wait for illness to take action.

💚 Start today. One small step can make a big difference.

21/06/2026

Happy Father’s Day to all the amazing fathers.
Today, we celebrate your strength, sacrifices, guidance, and unconditional love.
Thank you for being a source of wisdom, protection, and support.
Your love leaves a lasting impact, and may you be blessed with health, happiness, and peace.
We love and cherish you.

13/06/2026

KENYA ON THE MOVE: ACCELERATING ACTION ON PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
On 11th June 2026, the Ministry of Health through the State Department for Public Health and Professional Standards, successfully held the National Symposium on Physical Activity and launched the historic Kenya Physical Activity Guidelines.
Coordinated by the Directorate of Primary Health Care, the Division of Health Promotion and Education in collaboration with the Division of Cancer and Non-Communicable Diseases, this landmark event was hosted by KCA University.

One of the most powerful tools against heart disease, diabetes, and cancer isn't found in a pharmacy. It is movement.
- Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) cause nearly 39% of deaths in Kenya.
- Physical inactivity is a critical, preventable root cause.
- Currently, only about 20% of adolescents and half of Kenya's children meet recommended activity levels.
- In Nairobi, just 12.6% of children reach daily movement targets due to unsafe roads, lack of walkable spaces, rising screen time, and car-centric city designs.

The solution is both affordable and within reach. To stay healthy, the guidance recommends:
- 🧒 Children: At least 60 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity daily.
- 🧑 Adults: 150–300 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity weekly.

The newly launched Guidelines provide a strategic framework to seamlessly implement these physical activity interventions across schools, workplaces, communities, and public spaces.

This milestone was made possible through multi-sectoral collaboration. We extend our sincere appreciation to KCA University for excellently hosting the symposium and to all the vital stakeholders, development partners, academia, civil society, and media who brought this vision to life.

Thank you for your unwavering support:
On 11th June 2026, the Ministry of Health through the State Department for Public Health and Professional Standards successfully held the National Symposium on Physical Activity and launched the historic Kenya Physical Activity Guidelines.
- UNESCO
- Christian Health Association of Kenya (CHAK)
- National Olympic Committee of Kenya
- Nursing Council of Kenya
- Physiotherapy Council of Kenya
- Non-Communicable Disease Alliance of Kenya (NCDAK)
- African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC)
- Kenya Red Cross
- Lwala Community Alliance
- KELIN
- Tumaini Sports Initiative
- National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK)

While the launch is a massive success, the real work begins now. We call upon all stakeholders, institutions, and sectors to support the implementation phase and translate these guidelines into everyday action.

Together, we can build active environments, healthy systems and a stronger, healthier Kenya!

11/06/2026

Gratitude to All Champions of Physical Activity!
Together, we’ve made history at the Physical Activity International Symposium & Launch of the Guidelines.
Your energy, commitment, and collaboration have set Kenya on the path to a healthier, more active future.

08/06/2026

Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) such as heart disease, diabetes, cancer, hypertension, and chronic respiratory diseases are increasing in Kenya. The good news is that regular physical activity can prevent and help manage many of these conditions.

✅ Be physically active for at least 150 minutes every week

✅ Choose activities you enjoy:
-Walking or jogging
-Cycling
-Dancing
-Sports and games
-Swimming
-Gardening and farming
-Household chores
-Active play with children

(X) Reduce sitting time. ✅ Stand up, stretch, and move regularly throughout the day.

✅ Physical activity is for everyone: children, youth, adults, elderly and people with disability

01/06/2026

Happy Madaraka Day

31/05/2026

31/05/2026

🚭 Today is World No To***co Day

To***co use causes nearly 12,000 deaths annually in Kenya and costs our economy up to $756 million each year in healthcare and lost productivity.

The Government of Kenya is committed to protecting the health and well-being of all citizens.

We are strengthening enforcement of the To***co Control Act and advancing the To***co Control Amendment Bill (2024) to safeguard our youth and communities.

We urge all Kenyans to support stronger to***co taxation, regulation of flavored ni****ne products, and full compliance with advertising bans.

Together, we can reduce smoking, save lives, and build a healthier, more productive nation.

***coDay

27/05/2026

As we celebrate this blessed occasion, let us also protect our health and the wellbeing of our families and communities.

✅ Ensure meat is slaughtered and handled hygienically
✅ Cook meat thoroughly before eating
✅ Wash hands regularly with soap and clean water
✅ Store food safely to prevent contamination
✅ Avoid overcrowding and maintain clean surroundings
✅ Share responsibly and care for the vulnerable

May this Eid bring peace, good health, and happiness to all.

19/05/2026

Social media is normalizing ni****ne use among young people, creating the illusion that “everyone is doing it.”
Don’t scroll past manipulation! Call out ni****ne content disguised as entertainment or lifestyle trends & help unmask the tactics behind the trend.