Author: Anish Shekar
Anish Shekar is a dedicated journalist, scientist, and humanitarian whose work explores the intersections of global development, public policy, and human-interest reporting. He specializes in evidence-driven journalism that bridges scientific insight with real-world impact. By amplifying the voices of vulnerable communities, Anish strives to advance the core values of accuracy, empathy, and editorial integrity in every narrative he develops.
NAIROBI, Kenya — Kenya has reported no additional confirmed Ebola infections following the death of its first confirmed Bundibugyo virus disease patient, offering an encouraging…
NAIROBI, Kenya — Kenya has formally declared Ebola disease caused by the Bundibugyo virus a formidable epidemic disease under the Public Health Act, introducing a…
NAIROBI, Kenya — Canada has updated its travel guidance for Kenya following confirmation of an imported case of Bundibugyo Ebola in Nairobi, joining other governments…
FORT PORTAL, Uganda — Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has called for greater attention to traditional cultural practices in the country’s HIV response, arguing that some…
BOSTON, United States — A genetically modified pig kidney kept a patient with end-stage kidney disease off dialysis for 271 days, marking the longest reported…
WASHINGTON, D.C., United States — The United States has introduced tighter boarding and entry measures for travellers with recent travel histories in the Democratic Republic…
NAIROBI, Kenya — The Pharmacy and Poisons Board has warned Kenyans against a falsified batch of the emergency contraceptive Postinor-2 detected in circulation in the…
NEW YORK, United States — A US federal judge has dismissed criminal charges against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani, while sharply criticising the Justice Department’s handling…
WASHINGTON, D.C., United States — US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order seeking to narrow federal recommendations for routine childhood vaccinations and encouraging…
NAIROBI, Kenya — The United States Embassy in Nairobi has issued a health advisory warning travellers of an increased risk of dengue fever in parts…